Howe felt his team played well in the first half, but couldn't score despite their efforts.
He commended his players for their "excellent" performance, saying they were "magnificent" until Villa's Ezri Konsa was sent off at halftime.
Howe noted that the hot weather may have affected his team's momentum and intensity, but they defended well and tried to win the game in the end.
On Anthony Elanga's competitive debut, Howe said he was "really good" and showed "real quality", suggesting he could be a valuable addition to the team.
When asked about Alexander Isak's situation, Howe said it was a "difficult one to answer" and hoped it would be resolved quickly to minimize its impact on the team.
