Aston Villa continued their climb up the Sky Bet Championship table under the management of Steve Bruce with a 2-1 home win over struggling Blackburn.
Villa are unbeaten in five games under Bruce and on this occasion they were indebted to two goals from striker Jonathan Kodjia.
Following a goalless first half, Blackburn took a 54th-minute lead through striker Sam Gallagher but two goals, including a penalty equaliser, in 14 minutes from Kodjia enabled Villa to scramble home.
Villa, the only Championship side not beaten at home this season, recalled talented midfielder Jack Grealish following a three-match suspension and he played a leading role in this welcome success.
Aston Villa 2-1 Blackburn Rovers
