Indominable Nakamba epitomises Aston Villa’s squad ethos
By Four starts so far this season, and no goals conceded. Marvelous Nakamba should retain his role in the Aston Villa midfield.… Read the article here.
Anwar El Ghazi and the exorcism of Elland Road demons
By Aston Villa’s victory at Leeds United proved to be extra sweet for Anwar El Ghazi.
Words: Harry Trend | @HazaTrand
Aston Villa’s victory at Leeds United proved to be extra sweet for Anwar El Ghazi.… Read the article here.
El Ghazi opener proves to be enough at Elland Road
By Anwar El Ghazi’s fifth-minute goal proved to be enough for all three points for Aston Villa against Leeds United.… Read the article here.
Aston Villa must return to early-season form and test top six resolve
By Aston Villa need to return to the positive momentum that they started the season so brightly with.… Read the article here.
Don’t call it a comeback – Aston Villa’s struggles with falling behind
Twice this season Aston Villa have fallen behind and struggled to come back from that dissapointment.… Read the article here.
Aston Villa’s need for a ‘proactive’ approach to rotation
By Aston Villa’s first team picks itself – but steady team rotation is necessary to allow the squad to develop and flourish.… Read the article here.
Gather ‘Round: Unlucky neighbours, astute Bielsa & Villans face Saints
By In Season 2, Episode 8 of our podcast, Gather ‘Round The Lamp – we discuss Bielsa’s tactical awareness in the Leeds game, Ezri Konsa, the impending Saints game and take a look at the Baggies.… Read the article here.
Aston Villa’s early season wins (and loss) will help in the long run
By Four wins, one loss – the best possible start for Aston Villa (well, maybe five wins).… Read the article here.
“A frustrated figure”, how Bielsa’s Leeds nullified Grealish threat
Jack Grealish, despite having a shot cleared off the line and a mazy run from his own half denied, was nullified against Marcelo Bielsa’s side.… Read the article here.
Despite a poor performance, Mings’ leadership is as important as ever
Aston Villa’s loss against Leeds United brings realism. Despite not performing to his best – Tyrone Mings’ leadership is truly important.… Read the article here.
Pantomime villain Bamford crushes Aston Villa’s five-win dream
Pantomime villain Patrick Bamford came back to haunt Aston Villa with a sublime hat-trick, crushing their hopes of going five games unbeaten.… Read the article here.
Gather ‘Round: Ross Barkley’s perfect fit, Lansbury, Leicester and Leeds
In Season 2, Episode 7 of our podcast, Gather ‘Round The Lamp – we discuss how easily Ross Barkley has fit into the squad, Dean Smith’s two years, the Leicester game and the impending Leeds one.… Read the article here.