Aston Villa's search for a Premier League win continues after a goalless draw against Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium on September 13, 2025. The stalemate did little to improve Villa's slow start to the season, leaving Unai Emery with unanswered questions.

The game, marked by reunions and reintegrations, offered little entertainment for the 52,000 fans in attendance. Emiliano Martinez returned in goal for Aston Villa. Jack Grealish faced his former club, Aston Villa. The match had more bookings (six) than shots on target (three).

Everton had a chance to take the lead early in the game, but Beto's shot went wide. Aston Villa began to make inroads into Everton's half after the first quarter-hour, but their passes to Ollie Watkins and Morgan Rogers proved unfruitful. Jack Grealish's half-volley was the first shot on target from either side. Everton appeared more vibrant in attack, while Villa relied on their full-backs, Lucas Digne and Matty Cash, to boost their attacking play. Emiliano Buendia had an opportunity after Jordan Pickford wandered out of his goal, but his effort was weak.

The second half saw both teams create chances. Emi Martínez made a crucial save, tipping Michael Keane's header over the crossbar. Beto missed another close-range opportunity for Everton. Emi Buendía's strike was deflected narrowly wide. In the end neither team was able to find a breakthrough.

The draw extends Aston Villa's unbeaten run against Everton to 13 league encounters, dating back to 2020. However, they are still waiting for their first win and first goal of the current season. Meanwhile, Everton remains unbeaten at their new ground. Despite failing to score, Villa will take satisfaction from limiting Grealish's influence. John McGinn, Lamare Bogarde, and Matty Cash all tracked Grealish to nullify his threat. Everton's Beto, despite scoring in his last two appearances, missed key chances.