The Great Kevin Friend Robbery: A year on
By It’s been a year since Aston Villa were robbed of an important Premier League point against Crystal Palace.… Read the article here.
Jack Grealish called up to England squad
By Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish is finally getting his first call-up to the England squad.
Words: Regan Foy | @findfoy
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Aston Villa’s Jack Grealish is finally getting the international recognition that he deserves, as he has today been called up to the England squad for the first time.… Read the article here.
Sian Rogers given gaffers full confidence with number one shirt
Despite the arrival of the vastly experienced Lisa Weiß, it looks like Rogers will continue to be the number one this season.… Read the article here.
The philanthropist behind the player: Gareth Barry
By Gareth Barry is known for his exploits on the pitch – but his philanthropic nature is something not so often discussed.… Read the article here.
Cash for Cash: Aston Villa in advanced talks for Forest defender
It’s been an up-and-down day of news regarding Nottingham forest’s Matty Cash for Aston Villa.
Words: Regan Foy | @findfoy
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According to John Percy from The Telegraph, Aston Villa are now in advanced talks with Nottingham Forest over the signing of exciting right-back Matty Cash for a fee believed to be around £12,000,000.… Read the article here.
Former Aston Villa captain Gareth Barry retires aged 39
Gareth Barry splits opinion with Villa fans, but the former Aston Villa captain deserves praise as he retires as the Premier League’s record appearance holder.… Read the article here.
Writer’s Round-Table: Under-used Premier League players Aston Villa could look to
By Our writers have joined forces again, on an article surrounding under utilised Premier League options that Aston Villa could, or should take a look at.… Read the article here.
Jack Grealish misses out on another England call-up
Jack Grealish has missed out on another England National Team call-up, whilst Leeds’ Kalvin Phillips has been given his first call-up.… Read the article here.
Jack Clarke joins Yeovil Town on loan
Young Aston Villa midfielder Jack Clarke has joined Yeovil Town on a season long loan.
Words: Regan Foy | @findfoy
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Yeovil Town have confirmed the loan signing of Aston Villa’s Under 23 captain Jack Clarke this evening as the midfielder makes his first foray into ‘first team’, professional football.… Read the article here.
Aston Villa’s Under 23’s beat Leamington by single goal in pre-season friendly
Aston Villa’s youth side played a friendly a few days ago, beating Leamington FC by a single goal.… Read the article here.
Aston Villa close to announcing deal for Ruben Shakpoke
Aston Villa are adding another young player to their academy side in Ruben Shakepoke.
Words: Regan Foy | @findfoy
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Aston Villa are close to announcing the signing of 16-year-old Norwich City forward Ruben Shakpoke in a deal that could mimic Benny Ashley-Seal’s move to Wolverhampton Wanderers – in that the youngster rejected a scholarship contract at his current club to move for a better offer.… Read the article here.
Children of the revolution: Aston Villa’s Academy failures and rebuild
By Aston Villa’s academy has in recent years, until now, failed. Things are changing at Bodymoor.
Words: Simon Lines | @simonlines
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For many years, Aston Villa prided itself on it’s strong academy system and was renowned as one of the most efficient systems in England.… Read the article here.