Premier League: Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert upbeat despite loss to Man City
Saturday 4 October 2014 21:31, UK
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert remained upbeat after watching his side lose 2-0 to Manchester City at Villa Park.
Villa produced a spirited display before going down to late strikes from Yaya Toure and Sergio Aguero.
And Lambert believes Villa have come through their recent four-game run against Liverpool, Arsenal, Chelsea and City with much to be pleased about, despite losing three of those games.
"I thought it was a big effort from us," said Lambert.
"The two lads who scored their goals are probably worth more than our entire team put together.
"I've never known a run as gruesome as that one, but we've come through it without anyone beating us heavily.
"So, we've nothing to be ashamed of."
Lambert hailed striker Christian Benteke's return after six months out with a torn Achilles, while revealing Gabriel Agbonlahor was withdrawn after feeling unwell during the warm-up.
"He didn't feel good in the warm-up, he was light-headed and dizzy," said Lambert of Agbonlahor. "So you can't take any chances.
"Getting Christian back was a bonus. He's only been back a number of weeks but he showed signs he's getting back."
