Strong pre-season sets foundation for influential Villa ace to shine again

Following on from his brilliant end to last season, Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins impressed through pre-season this summer and is ready to continue to…

Exit down to final details as Villa youngster set for move

Aston Villa are reportedly close to finalising a deal which will send Aaron Ramsey to Burnley, with talks said to be down to the ‘final…

Why key signing proved to be among biggest Villa pre-season positives

Pre-season provided plenty of positives for Aston Villa, and the immediate impression made by summer signing Youri Tielemans was certainly among them. The 26-year-old was…

Experienced Villa ace still with point to prove after Emery backing

Unai Emery is set to show faith in Robin Olsen this season, but the experienced shot-stopper has much yet to prove in an Aston Villa…

Villa’s opponents for Europa Conference League playoff round confirmed

Aston Villa will face either Hibernian of FC Luzern in the Europa Conference League playoff round with both legs of the tie to be played…

Aston Villa 2023/24 Season Preview: High hopes as Emery revolution continues

The 2023/24 season is upon us, and not since the days of Martin O’Neill has there been this level of optimism and excitement as an…

Concern allayed as Villa ace provides fitness update after absence

Aston Villa defender Diego Carlos has dismissed concern over his fitness after missing our final pre-season game against Valencia on Saturday night. The 30-year-old wasn’t…

Villa ace linked with exit again as fresh inquiry touted

Interest is reportedly building in Aston Villa playmaker Philippe Coutinho, who could yet leave before the transfer window deadline. The 31-year-old endured a difficult season…

Unai Emery’s assessment of Villa win over Valencia, pre-season overall

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery was pleased with our 2-1 win over Valencia on Saturday, and with our pre-season preparations as a whole. Goals from…

Five talking points as Villa conclude pre-season with Valencia win

Aston Villa concluded our pre-season schedule with a 2-1 win over Valencia at the Mestalla on Saturday, with the focus now on our Premier League…