The winger was denied by Marco Bizot - who was making his debut - in front of the Holte End. Villa played the final 30 minutes with 10 men after Ezri Konsa was shown a red card for pulling down Anthony Gordon as he charged towards goal.

Villa acknowledged that they breached the rules for the fifth time last season in their 2-0 win over Tottenham Hotspur at Villa Park in May.

Eddie Howe has shared his transfer plans for a key position ahead of the Aston Villa match, while uncertainty over Isak’s future continues.

Aston Villa host Newcastle United on August 16 in their opening Premier League fixture. Transfer intrigue is dominating the build-up.