Ollie Watkins expressed his disappointment following Aston Villa’s failure to maintain a two-goal lead and settling for a 3-3 draw against Brentford.
Watkins initially put Villa ahead with a header in the 39th minute, and Morgan Rogers added another just after halftime, giving the hosts a comfortable advantage. However, Brentford mounted a remarkable comeback, scoring three goals in nine minutes through Mathias Zanka, Bryan Mbeumo, and Yoane Wissa, completely shifting the momentum of the match.
Watkins managed to salvage a point for Villa with a dramatic equalizer in the 80th minute, but the overall feeling at the final whistle was one of frustration.
Reflecting on the game, Watkins highlighted the team’s inconsistency in seeing out matches, citing similar situations earlier in the season against Manchester United. He emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong and resilient performance, especially when ahead by two goals.
Despite the disappointment of the draw, Watkins acknowledged the progress the team has made under the manager, from battling relegation to contending for Champions League qualification. He recognized his personal achievement of recording his best-ever goal tally in a season and expressed his determination to continue proving himself and contributing to the team’s success.
Watkins also expressed confidence in the team’s ability to secure a Champions League spot and looked forward to the remaining league and Europa Conference League matches.