Aston Villa has become the latest title challenger to trip up on a weekend of surprising results in the Premier League after losing 1-0 at home to Everton because of a defensive blunder. Villa center back Pau Torres gave the ball away and goalkeeper Emi Martinez fumbled a soft shot, allowing Thierno Barry to score in the 59th minute.
Europe warns of 'dangerous downward spiral' after Trump threatens tariffs over GreenlandCounterprotesters drown out small rally in Minneapolis by far-right activist backing Trump crackdownRepublicans and Democrats are trying to contain Trump's Greenland aggression.
Will it be enough?Josh Allen wipes away tears and takes the blame after his 4 turnovers lead to another playoff lossThousands of fans celebrate life of legendary Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir in San FranciscoRaccoon goes on drunken rampage in Virginia liquor store and passes out on bathroom floorBaltimore cyclist finds joy in collecting lost hubcaps and stringing them into artDoes lip balm help chapped lips? Here's what to knowHere’s what dermatologists are saying about your skin care routine: Keep it simpleThe World in PicturesBlasting heat at home and still freezing? There are easy fixes to save money and stay warmDoes lip balm help chapped lips? Here's what to knowAfter menopause, resistance training is essential. How to get keep bones and muscles strongLetter writing enjoys a revival as fans seek connection and a break from screen timeBuddhist monks and their dog captivate Americans while walking for peaceAP obtiene documentos que muestran que Delcy Rodríguez ha estado en la mira de la DEA durante añosEuropean Union and Mercosur bloc of South American nations sign landmark free trade agreementThe Afternoon WireAP obtains documents showing Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodríguez has been on DEA's radar for yearsBo Nix breaks his right ankle late in Broncos' playoff win, will have season-ending surgeryKianna Underwood, former Nickelodeon star, killed in hit-and-runAP Entertainment WireRaccoon goes on drunken rampage in Virginia liquor store and passes out on bathroom floorBaltimore cyclist finds joy in collecting lost hubcaps and stringing them into artDoes lip balm help chapped lips? Here's what to knowHere’s what dermatologists are saying about your skin care routine: Keep it simpleThe World in PicturesBlasting heat at home and still freezing? There are easy fixes to save money and stay warmDoes lip balm help chapped lips? Here's what to knowAfter menopause, resistance training is essential. How to get keep bones and muscles strongLetter writing enjoys a revival as fans seek connection and a break from screen timeBuddhist monks and their dog captivate Americans while walking for peaceAP obtiene documentos que muestran que Delcy Rodríguez ha estado en la mira de la DEA durante años | Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Everton’s Thierno Barry, right, and Everton’s Dwight McNeil celebrate scoring their side’s first goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Everton’s Thierno Barry scores his side’s first goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Joao Gomes, left, and Newcastle United’s Joelinton battle for the ball during the English Premier League soccer match between Wolves and Newcastle United in Wolverhampton, England, Sunday Jan. 18, 2026. Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Andre, left, and Joao Gomes challenge Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes during the English Premier League soccer match between Wolves and Newcastle United in Wolverhampton, England, Sunday Jan. 18, 2026. Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers reacts during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Everton’s Thierno Barry, right, and Everton’s Dwight McNeil celebrate scoring their side’s first goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Everton’s Thierno Barry, right, and Everton’s Dwight McNeil celebrate scoring their side’s first goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Everton’s Thierno Barry scores his side’s first goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Everton’s Thierno Barry scores his side’s first goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Aston Villa and Everton in Birmingham, Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Joao Gomes, left, and Newcastle United’s Joelinton battle for the ball during the English Premier League soccer match between Wolves and Newcastle United in Wolverhampton, England, Sunday Jan. 18, 2026. Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Joao Gomes, left, and Newcastle United’s Joelinton battle for the ball during the English Premier League soccer match between Wolves and Newcastle United in Wolverhampton, England, Sunday Jan. 18, 2026. Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Andre, left, and Joao Gomes challenge Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes during the English Premier League soccer match between Wolves and Newcastle United in Wolverhampton, England, Sunday Jan. 18, 2026. Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Andre, left, and Joao Gomes challenge Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes during the English Premier League soccer match between Wolves and Newcastle United in Wolverhampton, England, Sunday Jan. 18, 2026. After Villa center back Pau Torres gave the ball away on the edge of his area and goalkeeper Emi Martinez fumbled a soft shot, Everton striker Thierno Barry was on hand to supply a deft finish for the only goal in the 59th minute. Villa could have climbed above Manchester City to second place and trimmed the gap to leader Arsenal to four points with a win. Instead, it will go down as another missed opportunity. Like it was for Arsenal in its 0-0 draw at Nottingham Forest on Saturday, hours after City lost 2-0 at Manchester United in the derby. Fourth-placed Liverpool also failed to win, held 1-1 at home to next-to-last Burnley. It was a first home loss since Aug. 31 for Villa, which has launched an unlikely title challenge largely on the back of its brilliant form at Villa Park. Since that defeat to Crystal Palace, Villa had won 11 straight games at home in all competitions — the team’s best streak at Villa Park since the 1989-90 season.The last-placed team held Newcastle to the league’s 17th 0-0 draw this season — already one more than the last campaign — to extend its unbeaten run to five games in all competitions. Having collected just two points from its first 18 league games in a historically poor start to a Premier League season, Wolves have earned six points from their last four. However, they are still 14 points from safety and appear destined to return to the second-tier Championship after eight years in the top flight. The immediate aim for Wolves is to gain four more points to ensure avoiding the lowest ever total in a single Premier League season — 11, by Derby County in the 2007-08 campaign. The draw brought an end to a streak of three straight league wins for Newcastle, which jumped to eighth place — two points off fifth-placed Man United.Douglas is a Europe-based sports writer who has covered some of the world’s biggest events for The AP over the last 15 years, notably the men’s soccer World Cup final in 2022. As well as soccer, he handles a range of other sports including golf, cricket and rugby.
Emi Martinez Pau Torres Aston Villa FC Everton FC Arsenal FC Manchester City FC Premier League Sports Wolverhampton Wanderers FC Steve Douglas
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal Predictions, Picks & Odds for Saturday’s Premier League MatchRosu's prediction: Expect the Gunners to win this game at all costs.
Read more »
Chelsea vs Brentford: Who is the referee and VAR for the Premier League clash?The officials have been confirmed for Chelsea's Premier League clash against Brentford on Saturday afternoon.
Read more »
Two Ex-Premier League Bosses ‘Lead Race’ to Take Over Real Madrid This SummerThe Spanish giants are exploring all options for the 2026–27 season.
Read more »
Premier League Predictions: Gameweek 22The Manchester derby is the standout fixture of the upcoming round.
Read more »
Brighton vs Bournemouth Predictions, Picks & Odds for Monday's Premier League MatchGet the best Brighton vs. Bournemouth predictions ahead of Monday's Premier League fixture. Free soccer picks for January 19.
Read more »
Aston Villa vs Everton Predictions, Picks & Odds for Sunday’s Premier League MatchGet the best Aston Villa vs. Everton predictions ahead of Sunday's Premier League fixture. Free soccer picks for January 18.
Read more »