Aston Villa defender Calum Chambers mirrors John Stones midfield role in second-half masterclass v Chelsea
When Calum Chambers was called from the Aston Villa bench by Unai Emery after just 45 minutes of their clash against Chelsea, many fans were…
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Calum Chambers is here to stay – Three things learned in Aston Villa win v Chelsea
Aston Villa launched themselves into the race for European football following a terrific 2-0 win against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday (1 April). Goals…
John McGinn makes pundit who called him ‘biggest disappointment’ look stupid with Aston Villa masterclass v Chelsea
John McGinn was back to his vintage best as Aston Villa delivered a defensive masterclass in their 2-0 win against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. The…
John McGinn faultless, Emi Buendia below par – Aston Villa player ratings v Chelsea
Aston Villa delivered a finishing masterclass as they defeated European rivals Chelsea 2-0 at Stamford Bridge on Saturday (1 April). Ollie Watkins gave the Villans…
Aston Villa star Jhon Duran debut for Colombia may have left Liverpool watching on in anguish
Liverpool’s hierarchy may have been watching on with heads in hands as Aston Villa forward Jhon Duran exploded onto the international stage and scored on…
Todd Alcock can be Aston Villa midfield general for years to come after academy success
Over the years, Aston Villa have their fair share of midfield generals and academy star Todd Alcock could be the newest name to take up…
Kaine Kesler-Hayden can fill Matty Cash void at Aston Villa after injury news revealed
Kaine Kesler Hayden was touted as an Aston Villa academy player to watch at the beginning of the season, but things haven’t quite dropped his…
Aston Villa rising star Kerr Smith can follow in footsteps of Gareth Barry with first-team exposure
Over the past decade, the biggest roadblock for academy players rising through the ranks at Aston Villa is the physicality of the Premier League, but…
Aston Villa surprise speedster Tyrone Mings makes Premier League quickest starting XI
Although Tyrone Mings is renowned for his strength in ground duels and aerial ability from set pieces, it has been revealed that the Aston Villa…
Aston Villa should gamble on Watford winger Ismaila Sarr after Fabrizio Romano transfer update
Unai Emery has led a miraculous recovery since taking to the Aston Villa dugout this season, but a few issues within his first-team squad still…
Caleb Chukwuemeka has missed his last Aston Villa chance with summer departure likely
Caleb Chukwuemeka’s time at Aston Villa looks like it is drawing to a premature end after a barren run of form while on loan at…
Three Aston Villa academy players who deserve contract extensions at Villa Park this summer
The Aston Villa Bodymoor Heath academy is full of top talents, but keeping hold of these youngsters and developing them into first-team stars is often…
Maz Pacheco signs off five-star Aston Villa Women performance v Leicester with new club record
Aston Villa Women delighted the 6,500-strong Villa Park crowd with a five-star performance against Leicester City on Sunday (26 March), but it was Maz Pacheco…
Aston Villa should replicate Ollie Watkins Championship faith in academy graduate Cameron Archer
Eyebrows were raised when Aston Villa took a £28million punt on Championship forward Ollie Watkins in 2020, but considering the ease with which he adapted…
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez dealt bitter blow by new penalty rules limiting gamesmanship
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez has been dealt a bitter blow by the new penalty regulations being brought into the game from next season, which…
Aston Villa should cash in on Jaden Philogene amid European transfer interest
Aston Villa rising star Jaden Philogene has seen his stock rise significantly while on loan at Cardiff City this season and has several attractive European…
Douglas Luiz snub by Brazil a clueless call as Aston Villa ace far superior record emerges
Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz faced yet another snub by Brazil manager Tite despite his superb form under Unai Emery in recent months. The 24-year-old…
Matty Cash injury for Poland will leave Aston Villa manager Unai Emery sweating over his fitness
Aston Villa look to have been dealt a bitter blow after right-back Matty Cash was forced off in the 9th minute of Poland’s 3-1 loss…
Unai Emery unbeaten record stats show Aston Villa possess the mettle for European football
Unai Emery’s record since taking the managerial role at Aston Villa has somewhat gone under the radar, but the club have become resilient and hard…
Aston Villa defender Diego Carlos left red-faced after injury return ends in defeat to Bristol Rovers
When Diego Carlos was dreaming of his Aston Villa return while sidelined with a ruptured Achilles tendon, he wouldn’t have imagined it would have ended…