Aston Villa hold Leeds as Tammy Abraham cancels out Anton Stach stunner

Substitute Tammy Abraham rescued a point for Aston Villa against Leeds United with a late equaliser to cancel out Anton Stach’s spectacular long-range strike.

The visitors had looked set for a memorable victory at Villa Park after taking the lead through a moment of individual brilliance.

Stach silenced the home crowd with a sumptuous free-kick from 35 yards that completely deceived World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emi Martinez.

Emery’s men fight back

Unai Emery’s side struggled to break down a resilient defence and appeared destined for defeat as the clock ticked down.

However, Abraham proved the hero from the bench as he looped a clever flicked finish into the net following a set-piece.

The draw ensures the hosts maintain their grip on third place in the Premier League, capitalising on Chelsea’s failure to beat Burnley.

Stach scores goal of the season contender

While the points were shared, the match will be remembered for the opener from the Leeds midfielder.

Stach’s effort is likely to be a frontrunner for goal of the season, catching Martinez out with pace and precision from distance.

The result leaves the Yorkshire club in 15th place as they continue to battle in the bottom half of the table.