Ollie Watkins Ruled Out of Aston Villa’s Next Match Due to Injury
Aston Villa’s star striker, Ollie Watkins, will miss the club’s upcoming match due to a recent injury setback. Watkins, who has been instrumental in Villa’s attacking force this season, picked up a minor injury during the club’s latest fixture, forcing him to withdraw from the next game as a precautionary measure.
The English forward reportedly sustained discomfort in his leg during Aston Villa’s recent victory in European competition. Despite initially attempting to continue, Watkins signaled to the bench for a substitution before halftime. Manager Unai Emery addressed the situation after the match, stating, “Ollie felt something, and we didn’t want to take any risks. We will assess his condition further, but for now, he won’t be available for our next match.”
The injury also led to Watkins being omitted from England’s latest squad for the international break, raising concerns over his short-term fitness. However, early reports suggest the issue is not severe, and he is expected to return to action soon.
Aston Villa, currently pushing for a top-four finish in the Premier League, will now have to adjust their attacking strategy in Watkins’ absence. The club is hopeful that the 28-year-old striker will recover in time for their next crucial league fixture against Brighton & Hove Albion on April 2, 2025.
Fans will be eagerly awaiting further updates as Villa aims to maintain their strong form despite the absence of their top goal scorer.
