Onana Nets Aston Villa's Opener in Victory Over Leicester City

Gabon international scores as Unai Emery's men impress in preseason friendly

Aston Villa opened their pre-season campaign with a 1-0 victory over Leicester City, thanks to a goal from Cameroon goalkeeper Simon Onana.

Onana, who is on trial with the Villans, scored the only goal of the game in the 25th minute, heading home from a corner.

The game was a good workout for both teams, who are preparing for the start of the new season. Villa will be hoping to improve on their 14th-place finish in the Premier League last season, while Leicester will be looking to challenge for a European place.

Onana impresses on trial

Onana was one of the standout performers for Villa in the game, and his goal will have given Unai Emery something to think about.

The 25-year-old is a free agent after leaving Bordeaux at the end of last season, and he is looking for a new club.

If he continues to impress in pre-season, he could earn a contract with Villa.

Villa show promise

Villa showed some promising signs in the game, especially in the first half.

They were able to create a number of chances, and they looked dangerous going forward.

The second half was more even, but Villa still had the better chances.

Leicester look rusty

Leicester looked rusty in the game, and they were unable to create many chances.

They will need to improve if they are to challenge for a European place next season.

Conclusion

Villa's victory over Leicester was a good start to their pre-season campaign.

Onana's goal was a positive sign, and Villa showed some promising signs going forward.

Leicester will need to improve if they are to challenge for a European place next season.