: Aston Villa managed to absorb significant pressure from an in-form United side, with Diogo Dalot firing over from a promising position.

The first half of the Premier League match between Manchester United and Aston Villa on , was a tightly contested, goalless affair that set the stage for a dramatic second half. Despite a lively start and several high-quality openings, both defenses held firm at Old Trafford. First-Half Highlights

: 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 .

Watch the first-half tactical battle and key saves that kept the scoreline level before the break:

The opening 45 minutes saw a tactical battle as both teams vied for a crucial advantage in the race for Champions League qualification.

: The game remained 0–0 at the break, with only one minute of stoppage time added as neither side could find a breakthrough.