Aston Villa substitute Danny Ings grabbed a late equaliser to secure a 1-1 home draw with Midlands rivals Wolverhampton Wanderers after trailing for much of Wednesday’s Premier League tussle.
Ings netted 12 minutes from time to level after Daniel Podence’s skilful goal handed Wolves an early lead and hope of moving out of the relegation zone.
But they stayed second from bottom after the draw at Villa Park while their hosts moved up one place to 11th position.
Podence showed some tricky footwork before firing home a left-footed effort in the 12th minute as Wolves made a bright start in their third league game under new manager Julen Lopetegui.
They served early notice of their potential when centre back Nathan Collins had his header cleared off the line by Ezri Konsa in the sixth minute.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
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Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Both sides are in FA Cup action this weekend. Wolves travel to Anfield to face Liverpool in an all-Premier League clash on Saturday, with Villa welcoming League Two side Stevenage the following the day.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Wolves miss the chance to move out of the Premier League's relegation zone after they were held to a 1-1 draw by Aston Villa. The visitors took a first-half lead at Villa Park through Daniel Podence in the 12th minute, but they were pegged back 12 minutes from time when substitute Danny Ings rescued a point for the hosts.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
FULL-TIME: ASTON VILLA 1-1 WOLVES
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
CHANCE! Wolves are caught out by another long ball over the top of the defence, which Bailey latches onto. He subsequently rounds Sa, but is unable to slide the ball into the net from a tight angle. What a let-off for the visitors, but what an opportunity to go begging for Villa.
Aston Villa vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Villa trying to press for the winning goal, but their deliveries into the box are letting them down and Wolves are hanging on for now.
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