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Aston Villa secure their spot in the fourth round of the FA Cup courtesy of a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in North London.
Next Game: Aston Villa vs. Everton - Sunday, January 18 at 4.30pm in Premier League
| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 1 | Arsenal | 21 | 26 | 49 |
| 2 | Aston Villa | 21 | 9 | 43 |
| 3 | Manchester City | 20 | 26 | 42 |
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Aston Villa transfer news: Spanish giants 'join race' for Donyell Malen amid Serie A interest
One of La Liga's biggest clubs allegedly joins the race to sign Aston Villa forward Donyell Malen, who is attracting interest from Serie A.15:22
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Man City transfer news: Pep Guardiola makes fresh admission over James Trafford’s future amid uncertainty
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Transfer news and rumours today: West Ham 'reject' bid for midfielder, Villa 'interested' in Newcastle attacker
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours today, including West Ham United rejecting bid from Flamengo for Lucas Paqueta, and Aston Villa eyeing a move for William Osula.23:11
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Tottenham 'properly gazump' Premier League rivals in Conor Gallagher transfer race as £34.7m deal agreed
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly strike an agreement to sign Conor Gallagher from Atletico Madrid, 'properly gazumping' one of their rivals in the race for the Englishman.20:22
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Tottenham told 'terms' on signing Conor Gallagher amid Aston Villa interest
Tottenham Hotspur have reportedly been told terms on how they can sign Atletico Madrid midfielder Conor Gallagher, who is also wanted by Aston Villa.18:55
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FA Cup fourth round draw in full: Macclesfield FC draw another Premier League team, Chelsea go to Rosenior's former club
The FA Cup fourth round draw has been conducted with Macclesfield FC - the conquerors of holders Crystal Palace - being handed another home tie with Premier League opposition.18:54
Tottenham to battle Aston Villa in Conor Gallagher race amid 'concern' over midfield options
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly rivalling Aston Villa in the race to sign Conor Gallagher amid concerns over their midfield options.15:27
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Aston Villa transfer news: Championship clubs 'competing' for loan star in development that could deliver PSR boost
Aston Villa have reportedly been presented with the opportunity to cash in on a homegrown talent during the winter transfer window.Jan 12, 13:30
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Transfer news and rumours today: Aston Villa 'striker', Manchester United at 'risk', Liverpool sign centre-back
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news today, including Aston Villa's striker target, Manchester United's risk and Liverpool's latest signing.Jan 10, 21:18
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Tottenham Hotspur injury news: Spurs suffer injury blow in FA Cup defeat against Aston Villa
Tottenham Hotspur sweat over a potential injury blow after a vital star limps off during Saturday's FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa.Jan 10, 20:26
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Tottenham 1-2 Aston Villa: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Thomas Frank's side are dumped out of the FA Cup
Aston Villa secure their spot in the fourth round of the FA Cup courtesy of a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in North London.Jan 10, 19:43
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Liverpool transfer news: Update on Mo Salah, Federico Chiesa, Harvey Elliott futures as "he will leave" claim made
The futures of Liverpool attackers Mohamed Salah, Federico Chiesa and Harvey Elliott are far from certain, with a claim made about potential exits.Jan 10, 14:37
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Transfer news and rumours today: Conor Gallagher and Evan Ferguson 'moves' as Watford 'near' Edoardo Bove deal
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news today, including Conor Gallagher's potential Premier League return and Napoli's pursuit of Evan Ferguson.Jan 9, 23:18
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Team News: Spurs vs. Aston Villa injury, suspension list, predicted XIs
Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest team news ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup third-round clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Aston Villa.Jan 9, 17:45
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Man City transfer news: Omar Marmoush exit stance revealed following 'numerous enquiries'
Manchester City forward Omar Marmoush reportedly makes a key decision over his future after becoming the subject of numerous enquiries.Jan 9, 16:52
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Michael Keane: Everton “surprised” by “clearly excessive” FA decision that leaves David Moyes “angry”
Everton say they are “surprised” and “disappointed” by the Football Association’s decision to reject their appeal against Michael Keane’s red card in Wednesday’s 1-1 Premier League draw with Wolves.Jan 9, 13:54
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Most expensive January transfers of all time: Who are the biggest winter signings ever?
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Transfer news and rumours today: West Ham suffer major blow, Leeds handed boost in pursuit of 27-year-old
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including West Ham United's pursuit of a new goalkeeper and a potential defensive signing for Leeds United.Jan 9, 09:13
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Transfer news and rumours today: Manchester United and Manchester City 'exits', Aston Villa 'signing' in January
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news today, including exits from Manchester United and Manchester City, as well as Aston Villa's latest signing.Jan 8, 23:05
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