Nicolas Jackson puts Aston Villa ahead against Manchester City

Nicolas Jackson scored in the sixth minute to give Aston Villa an early lead against Manchester City in their Premier League meeting at Villa Park on Saturday.

The Senegalese striker found the net with a powerful effort that flew into the top corner, leaving Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma unable to prevent the opening goal.

Jackson started in attack for Aston Villa and made an immediate impact, giving his side an early advantage in the matchday eight fixture.

The goal further highlighted the forward’s finishing ability as he continued his productive start to the season. His strike against Manchester City came after he had scored his first two Premier League goals of the campaign in the fifth and sixth rounds.

The former Chelsea player found the net against Tottenham Hotspur before scoring against Brentford, adding to his growing contribution in front of goal.

Jackson has also been effective in European competition, having scored three goals in the Champions League this season.

His early strike against Manchester City added to his scoring record across domestic and European competitions, underlining his importance to Aston Villa’s attacking options.

The Senegal international’s goal gave Aston Villa an early boost at Villa Park as they faced one of the Premier League’s leading sides.

Jackson’s ability to convert his opportunity inside the opening six minutes ensured that Aston Villa took the initiative early in the contest, with Manchester City forced to respond after falling behind.

The striker’s latest effort also continued a run of goals that began with his Premier League strikes against Tottenham and Brentford, alongside his three goals in the Champions League.

With his name already on the scoresheet against Manchester City, Jackson continued to build on his contribution in front of goal during the current campaign.