Oh man, the Manchester United F.C. vs Aston Villa rivalry has totally flipped compared to what I remember even just a few years ago. I always used to think Villa was like a guaranteed three points for United, but now it's super unpredictable and honestly kinda stressful if you're a United supporter!

What really stands out lately is that Villa doesn't just sit back and defend anymore. They're actually going at United, and sometimes, they even outplay them. Especially this last season, Villa looked way more organized and just played with more heart. That final match was a big deal because it showed that Villa can turn up against the so-called big clubs and get something out of it. I think part of the change comes from United losing their old style and swagger, while Villa seems to be building a solid squad and backing their coach.

I've seen United fans online freaking out about how the team’s letting Villa look like prime Barcelona at times. It's wild how quickly things can change, and this rivalry is way more even now, which honestly makes the games more fun to watch, even if it feels weird seeing United struggle.