Ollie Watkins scores again as Villa move second and add to Forest woes

John McGinn struck twice after the break, including one from 35 yards, as Unai Emery’s men recorded their best streak at Villa Park since 1990

Ollie Watkins marked his 250th Aston Villa appearance with a goal. Pic: Cody Froggatt/PA

Premier League: Aston Villa 3 Nottingham Forest 1

Ollie Watkins celebrated his 250th appearance for Aston Villa with a goal in a 3-1 win against a wretched Nottingham Forest who are slipping into deep relegation trouble.