BIRMINGHAM, Dec 22 — Morgan Rogers struck two superb ‌goals for Aston Villa as they beat Manchester United 2-1 at home on Sunday to record their seventh straight Premier League victory and 10th in a ‍row in all competitions.

With seven goals and three assists in the league in 17 ‌appearances this season, Rogers has helped Villa up to third in the table on 36 points and into the title race, hot on the heels of leaders Arsenal (39 points) and Manchester City (37).