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Aston Villa have a staggering 75% of possession but are unable to open the scoring in a first half in which they are frustrated by Stoke City.

Aston Villa could not convert possession into chances as they were frustrated by Stoke City in a goalless first half at Villa Park.

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The hosts had much the better of the opening stages as both Gabriel Agbonalhor and Brett Holman had goal-bound efforts blocked.

Summer arrival Matthew Lowton tested Stoke keeper Asmir Begovic but was denied by a smart double-save from the sought-after Bosnian.

Tony Pulis's side failed to register a single shot during a half in which they had just 25% of possession.

The Potters were content to play a containing game and despite having an overwhelming amount of the ball, Villa could not find a way to break the deadlock.

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