: The game remained 0–0 at the break, with only one minute of stoppage time added as neither side could find a breakthrough.
: Manchester United's Amad Diallo had the half's best chance with a powerful header in the 22nd minute, but it was kept out by a brilliant save from Emiliano Martínez . AVL vs MUN - First-Half - Premier.mp4.mp4
: Aston Villa managed to absorb significant pressure from an in-form United side, with Diogo Dalot firing over from a promising position. : The game remained 0–0 at the break,
Watch the first-half tactical battle and key saves that kept the scoreline level before the break: AVL vs MUN - First-Half - Premier.mp4.mp4