James Chester
Jamal Lewis passed fit for Norwich as Villa visit
The Canaries have plenty of other injury problems though.
Oct 4, 14:50
Dean Smith: 'Aston Villa have deserved more this season'
Promoted side go into the weekend in the bottom three.
Sep 27, 16:08
Preview: Aston Villa vs. Burnley - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Burnley, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 26, 19:17
Preview: Arsenal vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League fixture between Arsenal and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and head-to-head records.
Sep 21, 10:07
Dean Smith predicts "another chess match" against Unai Emery
Villa go to Arsenal on Sunday, with Smith having studied Emery.
Sep 20, 14:52
Preview: Aston Villa vs. West Ham United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday night's Premier League showdown between Aston Villa and West Ham United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 14, 19:38
Crystal Palace defender Scott Dann a doubt with hand injury
Matt Targett will be absent for the visitors.
Aug 30, 15:10
Preview: Crystal Palace vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between between Crystal Palace and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 29, 16:16
Preview: Aston Villa vs. Everton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Friday's Premier League fixture between Aston Villa and Everton.
Aug 22, 12:29
Jonathan Kodjia sidelined for Villa for visit of Bournemouth
Kodjia and Hause are missing for Villa along with club captain Chester.
Aug 16, 11:01
Preview: Aston Villa vs. Bournemouth - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Bournemouth, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 15, 15:34
Leeds United line up bid for Aston Villa defender James Chester?
Aston Villa defender James Chester reportedly emerges as a summer transfer target for Leeds United.
Jul 18, 23:09
Preview: West Bromwich Albion vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Championship playoff semi-final second leg between West Brom and Aston Villa, including team news and predicted lineups.
May 13, 16:00
Preview: Aston Villa vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Championship playoff semi-final first leg between Aston Villa and West Brom, including predictions, team news and past meetings.
May 9, 14:00
Preview: Birmingham vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole brings you the team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Aston Villa's trip to Birmingham City in the Championship.
Mar 8, 12:50
Villa hit back to halt Hull's winning run
The Tigers led 2-0 but had to settle for a draw.
Jan 19, 17:03
James Collins to pen short-term Aston Villa deal?
Aston Villa are reportedly ready to hand former player James Collins a short-term contract until the start of 2019.
Dec 1, 09:27
Steve Bruce: 'Tottenham Hotspur could have signed Jack Grealish'
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce reveals that Tottenham Hotspur could have signed Jack Grealish had they moved more quickly during the summer transfer window.
Aug 17, 11:46
Steve Bruce: 'Exciting times ahead for Aston Villa'
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce expects to be heavily backed in the transfer market going forward following the arrival of new owners.
Aug 13, 14:55
Championship roundup: Aston Villa snatch late win, West Brom edge thriller
Aston Villa make it two wins from two with a last-gasp winner against Wigan Athletic, while at the other end of the table Stoke City are stuck on one point.
Aug 11, 17:32
James Chester: 'Jack Grealish is a Premier League player'
James Chester says that Aston Villa teammate Jack Grealish should not be criticised if he leaves Villa Park for the Premier League.
Aug 2, 13:48
James Chester happy to stay at Aston Villa
Central defender James Chester commits himself to Aston Villa for the 2018-19 campaign.
Aug 2, 13:37
Steve Bruce hopeful of retaining best Aston Villa players following owner talks
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce is confident of holding on to his best players following talks with new club owners Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens.
Jul 28, 22:27
Aston Villa reject Stoke City's £10m bid for James Chester?
Aston Villa inform Championship rivals Stoke City that centre-back James Chester is not for sale, according to a report.
Jul 27, 12:19
Stoke City maintain interest in Aston Villa defender James Chester?
Stoke City are reportedly looking to reach a compromise with Aston Villa over the signing of defender James Chester.
Jul 19, 12:35
Stoke City 'prepare £7m James Chester bid'
Stoke City reportedly prepare a £7m bid for centre-back James Chester, having seen their opening offer of £5m rejected by Aston Villa.
Jul 15, 13:25
Stoke City 'launch £5m James Chester bid'
Stoke City reportedly make a £5m offer for Aston Villa central defender James Chester.
Jul 14, 15:04
Aston Villa keen for second loan deal for Manchester United's Axel Tuanzebe?
Aston Villa are reportedly keen to secure a second loan deal for Manchester United defender Axel Tuanzebe.
Jul 11, 16:37
Steve Bruce worried about mass exodus of Aston Villa stars
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce is not confident of keeping hold of the likes of Jack Grealish, James Chester and Jonathan Kodjia if offers are tabled.
Jul 9, 21:52
Tony Xia aiming to sell stake in Aston Villa?
Aston Villa owner Tony Xia reportedly considers selling a stake in the club to ease their financial troubles.
Jun 20, 17:11
Aston Villa to move for Michael Hefele?
Aston Villa are reportedly considering a summer approach for Huddersfield Town defender Michael Hefele.
Jun 20, 13:47
Report: Aston Villa under pressure to raise £50m in player sales
Jack Grealish, James Chester and Jonathan Kodjia are reportedly among the players Aston Villa will attempt to sell to raise £50m over the next six months.
Jun 15, 14:23
Steve Bruce 'ready to walk out of Aston Villa as club nears administration'
Steve Bruce is reportedly ready to leave Aston Villa following concerns over the club's financial situation and potential administration.
Jun 12, 20:08
Wales shut out dominant Mexico in Pasadena friendly
Mexico get their World Cup preparations underway with a goalless draw against Wales at the Rose Bowl stadium in California.
May 29, 04:06
Preview: Aston Villa vs. Fulham - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Championship playoff final as Aston Villa take on Fulham at Wembley for the chance to gain promotion into the Premier League.
May 24, 19:48
Aston Villa hold on for Middlesbrough stalemate to reach playoff final
Aston Villa set up a Championship playoff final against Fulham by holding out for a goalless draw at home to Middlesbrough to seal a 1-0 aggregate victory.
May 15, 21:43
Lewis Grabban header keeps Aston Villa in the hunt for automatic promotion
Aston Villa keep themselves in the hunt for an automatic promotion spot in the Championship thanks to a slender 1-0 win over Leeds United at Villa Park.
Apr 13, 21:38
Championship roundup: Wolverhampton Wanderers beat Reading to remain top
Wolverhampton Wanderers pick up another key victory to remain top of the Championship table, while Aston Villa suffer a huge blow in their automatic promotion ambitions.
Mar 13, 21:45
Aston Villa hit four past Championship leaders Wolverhampton Wanderers
Aston Villa close the gap on Championship leaders Wolverhampton Wanderers to seven points with a 4-1 victory in Saturday's West Midlands derby.
Mar 10, 19:25
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 4-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Aston Villa record a 4-1 win over Championship leaders Wolverhampton Wanderers in Saturday's West Midlands derby.
Mar 10, 17:02
