Aston Villa secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Brighton thanks to a last-minute own goal by Jack Hinshelwood. The win came in a tense encounter where former Villa midfielder James Milner equaled the Premier League's all-time appearance record, playing his 600th match. Hinshelwood's misdirected effort in the 89th minute proved decisive, denying Brighton a potentially crucial point. This result keeps Villa's slim title hopes alive while dealing a blow to Brighton's European qualification ambitions. Milner's milestone underscores his enduring impact after leaving Villa for Brighton in 2018, now reaching this landmark with his former club. The own goal highlights the razor-thin margins that often decide Premier League outcomes, with Brighton's defense failing to clear a cross under pressure. Villa's defensive resilience in securing this win, despite losing key players to injury earlier, demonstrates their ability to grind out results when needed.