The Clarets were lacklustre for the majority of the game, struggling to create many clear-cut chances of note.
Surprisingly though, it was at the other end where they struggled, forced wide open on a number of occasions.
Donyell Malen took full advantage, scoring both of Villa’s goals to give Unai Emery’s side a two-goal lead.
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Burnley did at least force an interesting and nervy end to the game when they pulled one back through substitute Lesley Ugochukwu.
Here’s how Burnley’s players rated:
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1. Too little, too late
Lesley Ugochukwu's goal set up an interesting finish, but it was ultimately too little, too late. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
2. Martin Dubravka - 8/10
The Slovakian kept his side in the game, making a string of fine stops to keep it to two. Scoreline would have been a lot harsher were it not for him (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images) Photo: Matt McNulty
3. Kyle Walker - 6/10
Produced one or two excellent crossfield balls and slammed into some challenges. Passing was a little wayward at times though. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard
4. Josh Laurent - 6/10
Showed bravery following Morgan Rogers into midfield, but that only left big gaps in behind. Gave everything for the shirt though. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images) Photo: Matt McNulty