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Tim Sherwood wants Villa Park "fortress"

Tim Sherwood is eager for Aston Villa to improve their home form under his management.

New Aston Villa manager Tim Sherwood has revealed that his intention is to turn Villa Park into a "fortress" between now and the end of the season.

In their 12 home matches this term, Villa, under the guidance of Paul Lambert, have scored a Premier League low eight goals.

Speaking at his first press conference since he replaced Lambert, Sherwood insisted that if The Villans are to retain their top-flight status, performances and results must improve in front of their own supporters.

"I haven't been a manager here yet, but when I came to play here, it was a difficult place to come and get results," he told reporters.

"I want to turn this place back into a fortress. It's very important this club stay in the Premier League."

Sherwood's first game in charge will see Villa play host to Stoke City on Saturday.

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