We must do better as a fan base – even if the culprits are a minority
By A Telegraph report has revealed that Aston Villa fans were reported for more hate crimes than any other club last season.… Read the article here.
Exclusive: Headstands, Steve Bruce and a financial crisis, inside Albert Adomah’s time at Aston Villa
In an exclusive interview, we spoke to Albert Adomah about his journey at Aston Villa – including his celebrations, working with Steve Bruce and Dean Smith, and being at a club in a financial crisis.… Read the article here.
Aston Villa’s FA Cup winners of 1913: The Team that survived The Great War
By The FA Cup winning side of 1913 at Aston Villa survived the great war. Well, kind of.… Read the article here.
A career in the lower leagues prepared Dean Smith for managing in the top flight
Dean Smith’s playing career is less than ‘stellar’ – but it prepared him for management at the highest level.… Read the article here.
Humble beginnings and tough tests have shaped Matty Cash into a star
Matty Cash didn’t dream of being a Premier League footballer, it’s just something that happened.
Words: Regan Foy | @findfoy
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Matty Cash didn’t think becoming a Premier League footballer was possible, even in his wildest dreams, in the early stages of his career – now he’s one of the standout fullbacks in the league with double figures for tackles won and interceptions in just five games.… Read the article here.
The Physio’s Room: Inside the long road to recovery for Wesley Moraes
By In this special edition of our regular feature, ‘The Physio’s Room’, we detail the ins-and-outs of Wesley’s recovery following his knee injury.… Read the article here.
The Physio’s Room: Injury expert on Konsa, Wesley, Heaton and Engels
In a new regular feature, we’ve enlisted the help of an expert in Sport Science and Physiotherapy to help us delve deeper into the injuries currently at Aston Villa.… Read the article here.
Villa-famous pub in US needs fan aid
By Brits Pub, which hosted Aston Villa fans during last-season’s pre-season tour, needs our help.
Words: Mark Jirobe | @VillaMarkPGH
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Over the last week, Brit’s Pub in Minneapolis, Minnesota was the victim of civil unrest.… 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.
How to follow Aston Villa’s final game of the season
Aston Villa’s final game of the season is by far the most important they have had.… Read the article here.
Behind enemy lines: The Birmingham City fan who loves Jack Grealish
‘Gabbie Cabbie’ is brave enough to express his adoration for one of Birmingham’s greatest footballing exports – despite being a fan of Aston Villa’s rivals.… Read the article here.
Aston Villa supporters club ‘Ghana Lions’ get a helping hand
Rick Leong found a way to help the Ghana Lions showcase their support, with the helping hand spanning three continents.… Read the article here.