James Chester
Steve Bruce: 'Aston Villa didn't play well'
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce says that his side "didn't play well", despite recording a 3-0 victory over Sunderland on Tuesday evening.
Mar 7, 11:31
Championship roundup: Garry Monk beaten on Birmingham City bow
Birmingham City fall to a sixth successive defeat in Garry Monk's first game in charge on a night that saw the Championship's big hitters pick up maximum points.
Mar 6, 21:48
Brentford dent Aston Villa's playoff hopes
Aston Villa miss the chance to move back into the Championship playoff places courtesy of a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Brentford at Griffin Park.
Dec 26, 21:26
Panama snatch late draw against youthful Wales
Wales are held 1-1 by Panama at the Cardiff City Stadium in what could be manager Chris Coleman's final game in charge.
Nov 14, 21:47
Team News: Etham Ampadu, David Brooks handed Wales starts
Wales boss Chris Coleman hands starts to both Etham Ampadu and David Brooks for the friendly with Panama in Cardiff.
Nov 14, 19:04
James Chester: 'Wales have a bright future'
Defender James Chester says that Wales have a "very bright" future despite suffering a 2-0 defeat away in France on Friday night.
Nov 11, 09:48
France see off stubborn Wales in Paris friendly
Antoine Griezmann and Olivier Giroud find the net either side of half time to earn France a 2-0 international friendly win over Wales in Paris.
Nov 10, 21:49
Aston Villa move up to fifth with win over Preston North End
Aston Villa move up to fifth in the Championship with a 2-0 triumph over Preston North End.
Nov 1, 21:42
Preview: Birmingham City vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole previews the second-city derby between Birmingham City and Aston Villa at St Andrew's.
Oct 27, 15:16
Republic of Ireland reach World Cup playoffs at Wales's expense
James McClean scores the only goal of the game as Republic of Ireland beat Wales 1-0 in Cardiff to seal a World Cup playoff place at their hosts' expense.
Oct 9, 21:40
Tom Lawrence strike edges Wales closer to World Cup playoffs
Wales beat Georgia 1-0 at the Boris Paichadze Dinamo Stadium in Tbilisi to hold on to second place in Group D heading into the final round of fixtures.
Oct 6, 18:53
Team News: Tom Lawrence, Sam Vokes start for Wales in Georgia
Wales boss Chris Coleman selects both Tom Lawrence and Sam Vokes in the starting lineup for the World Cup qualifier in Georgia.
Oct 6, 16:04
Team News: Aston Villa unchanged against Nottingham Forest
Steve Bruce names an unchanged Aston Villa side for the visit of Nottingham Forest.
Sep 23, 16:36
Team News: Jonathan Kodjia up front for Aston Villa
Jonathan Kodjia is back in the fold for Aston Villa's trip to Barnsley.
Sep 16, 16:44
John Terry named Aston Villa captain
Aston Villa confirm that former Chelsea skipper John Terry will take over the club's captaincy for the upcoming season following his summer arrival.
Jul 15, 19:13
Report: Birmingham City interested in Aston Villa defender Tommy Elphick
Out-of-favour Aston Villa defender Tommy Elphick is a transfer target for bitter rivals Birmingham City, according to reports.
May 21, 13:34
Team News: Five changes for Brighton & Hove Albion
Chris Hughton makes five changes for Brighton & Hove Albion's trip to Aston Villa.
May 7, 11:06
Birmingham City's Paul Robinson charged with violent conduct
Birmingham City captain Paul Robinson faces disciplinary action for alleged violent conduct against Aston Villa.
Apr 25, 19:20
Team News: Jonathan Kodjia fit to start for Aston Villa
Jonathan Kodjia is passed fit to start for Aston Villa as they welcome Reading to Villa Park.
Apr 15, 14:06
Liverpool forward Ben Woodburn receives first Wales call-up
Liverpool forward Ben Woodburn receives a first call-up to the Wales squad for the World Cup qualifier against the Republic of Ireland on March 24.
Mar 16, 11:18
Steve McClaren: 'Derby County didn't deserve to lose to Aston Villa'
Steve McClaren claims that Aston Villa did not deserve to beat his Derby County side as referee Andrew Madley failed to award the Rams a "stonewall penalty".
Feb 25, 20:11
Tottenham Hotspur edge past Aston Villa into FA Cup fourth round
Ben Davies and Son Heung-min fire Tottenham into the fourth round of the FA Cup courtesy of a 2-0 win over Aston Villa at White Hart Lane.
Jan 8, 17:54
Marko Arnautovic brace pegs back Wales
Marko Arnautovic scores a brace as Austria twice come from behind to earn a 2-2 World Cup qualifying draw with Wales in Vienna.
Oct 6, 21:46
Aston Villa facing fine over Bristol City defeat
Aston Villa are facing a fine of at least £25,000 after having seven players booked during their loss to Bristol City.
Aug 27, 18:22
Roberto Di Matteo: 'Pierluigi Gollini will learn from mistake'
Aston Villa manager Roberto Di Matteo says that goalkeeper Pierluigi Gollini will learn from the mistake that saw his side draw 1-1 with Huddersfield Town.
Aug 17, 00:48
Aston Villa to announce new signing on Tuesday
Aston Villa owner Dr Tony Xia confirms that the club will announce its sixth signing of the summer on Tuesday night.
Aug 16, 02:29
James Chester joins Aston Villa from West Bromwich Albion
James Chester completes his move from West Bromwich Albion to Aston Villa for an undisclosed fee.
Aug 12, 13:35
Preview: Crystal Palace vs. West Bromwich Albion
Sports Mole previews the Premier League fixture at Selhurst Park between Crystal Palace and West Bromwich Albion.
Aug 12, 12:39
West Bromwich Albion accept Aston Villa bid for James Chester
West Bromwich Albion accept an offer from Midlands rivals Aston Villa for defender James Chester.
Aug 11, 14:05
West Bromwich Albion suffer defeat to Torquay United
A strong West Bromwich Albion side suffer a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Torquay United at Plainmoor.
Aug 1, 21:19
West Brom make approach for Leicester City midfielder Jeffrey Schlupp?
West Bromwich Albion reportedly make a bid to try to sign Leicester City midfielder Jeffrey Schlupp.
Jul 16, 11:42
Portugal end Wales's Euro 2016 dream to reach final
Cristiano Ronaldo scores one and sets up another as Portugal reach the final of Euro 2016 with a 2-0 victory over surprise package Wales.
Jul 6, 21:50
James Chester: 'I took inspiration from Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United'
Wales defender James Chester says that he took inspiration from Portugal star Cristiano Ronaldo when the two were both on the books at Manchester United.
Jul 2, 13:24
Wales make semi-finals of Euro 2016
Wales come from behind in Lille to record a 3-1 win over Belgium and book their spot in the semi-finals of Euro 2016.
Jul 1, 21:50
Gareth McAuley's own goal sends Wales into quarter-finals of Euro 2016
Wales make history by reaching the quarter-finals of Euro 2016 thanks to an own goal from Northern Ireland defender Gareth McAuley.
Jun 25, 18:51
Team News: Wales unchanged, Northern Ireland replace Conor Washington with Kyle Lafferty
Wales are unchanged for their Euro 2016 last 16 meeting with fellow UK nation Northern Ireland at the Parc des Princes, Paris.
Jun 25, 16:12
Zlatan Ibrahimovic stars as Sweden beat Wales
Goals from Emil Forsberg, Mikael Lustig and John Guidetti see Sweden record a 3-0 win over Wales in Sunday afternoon's international friendly in Solna.
Jun 5, 16:53
Chris Coleman relishing Zlatan Ibrahimovic test
Wales manager Chris Coleman says that his players are looking forward to coming up against Zlatan Ibrahimovic when they face Sweden in their final Euro 2016 warm-up game.
Jun 3, 22:59
James Chester admits to West Bromwich Albion frustration
West Bromwich Albion defender James Chester speaks out about his frustration at a lack of starts at The Hawthorns.
Jun 2, 20:09
Team News: Tottenham Hotspur name unchanged lineup against West Bromwich Albion
Tottenham Hotspur keep the faith in the team that thrashed Stoke City for their home clash with West Bromwich Albion.
Apr 25, 19:05
