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Aston Villa get better of second string Bournemouth

Carles Gil arrived from Valencia recently. Credit: PA

A goal on his full Aston Villa debut from Carles Gil was followed by a Andi Weimann strike to ensure the Premier League team made it through.

Eddie Howe made eight changes to his team, as he prioritises promotion to the top-flight. Gil netted a wonderful goal, cutting in from the right, before curling the ball into the top corner from the edge of the area.

Weimann ensure Villa scored twice in a game for just the second time since August.

Calum Wilson did pull one back in injury-time, but it wasn't enough for it Championship team.

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