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.
A tale of two halves as Aston Villa lacklustre against Leicester
By Two quickfire goals from Leicester City in the first half condemned a Jack Grealish-less Aston Villa to their ninth league defeat of the season. … Read the article here.
From starter to stumbling: what is going wrong for Bjorn Engels?
For a player so crucial at the start of 2019/20, it has been quite the drop-off for Aston Villa’s Belgian centre-back. … Read the article here.
Aston Villa have discovered how to win ugly
Aston Villa’s wins this season have mostly been, well, relatively beautiful to watch. But against Southampton, Dean Smith’s men discovered how to win ugly.… 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.
Victory four ways, with a clean sheet dressing
By Aston Villa have won their four games in the Premier League through very different means.
Words: Guest Writer | @hot_diggity_d
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There is an age-old unwritten rule in football theory which states that every good team requires a fully rounded Plan B, lest their rigid ideology lead to demise.… 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.
‘Egyptian Engine’ Trezeguet is Aston Villa’s silent workhorse
The Egyptian winger Trezeguet has impressed since the Premier League resumed last season.
Words: Matt Blogg | @Blogg_Matt
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Trezeguet has firmly cemented his place as an integral part of Aston Villa’s system in the last 8 Premier League matches, not only coming up with the crucial goals that saved the club from what would have been a disastrous relegation, but also racking up numbers that showcase exactly why he is quickly becoming impossible to leave out the side.… Read the article here.
Aston Villa’s defence to thank for Leicester City win
Aston Villa’s 1-0 win against Leicester showed a strong defensive display – likely the best one of the season so far.… Read the article here.
Ross Barkley stuns Leicester as Aston Villa grab late three points
By A late attempt from Ross Barkley secured all three points for Aston Villa against Leicester this evening.… Read the article here.
Craig Shakespeare joins as Assistant; Terry to remain
Aston Villa have appointed Craig Shakespeare as a third assistant head coach, whilst John Terry is set to remain at the club.… Read the article here.
Leopards never change their spots: The failed Drinkwater gambit
Danny Drinkwater’s arrival was a risk. One that has failed rather quickly, it seems.
Words: Regan Foy | @Findfoy
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Aston Villa’s recent shambolic form has been worsened today, according to an exclusive report from the Express and Star – stating that January loan signing Danny Drinkwater’s future at the club is at risk following a bust-up in training with Jota Peleteiro.… Read the article here.