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Reaction
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Aston Villa midfielder Birkir Bjarnason disappointed with playoff final snub
Aston Villa midfielder Birkir Bjarnason expresses his disappointment after failing to make an appearance during Saturday's Championship playoff final.May 30, 13:56
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Fulham promoted to Premier League
Fulham are promoted to the Premier League following a 1-0 win over Aston Villa.May 26, 17:56
The Match
Match Report
A first-half goal from Tom Cairney earns Fulham a 1-0 victory over Aston Villa in Saturday's Championship playoff final at Wembley Stadium.
Live Commentary
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Fulham beat Aston Villa in the Championship playoff final to earn promotion to the Premier League.
Team News
Aston Villa are skippered by John Terry at the back as Steve Bruce's side prepare to face Fulham in the Championship playoff final at Wembley.
Preview
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.
Build-up
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Slavisa Jokanovic: 'Fulham must put Aston Villa under stress'
Fulham boss Slavisa Jokanovic says that his players must look to put Aston Villa "under stress" during the Championship playoff final.May 26, 11:42
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Aston Villa midfielder Mile Jedinak: Playoff final is "crossroads" moment
Aston Villa midfielder Mile Jedinak describes the Championship playoff final with Fulham as a "crossroads moments" for both clubs.May 26, 11:04
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Jack Grealish hails John Terry impact at Aston Villa
Aston Villa youngster Jack Grealish hails the impact of John Terry on his own development as the Villans prepare for their Championship playoff final with Fulham.May 26, 10:35
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Kevin McDonald: 'Fulham have got a nasty streak'
Midfielder Kevin McDonald suggests that Fulham are prepared to show their "nasty streak" in order to beat Aston Villa in the Championship playoff final.May 25, 12:53
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Steve Bruce hopes to reclaim promotion record from Neil Warnock
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce has a fifth promotion to the Premier League in his sights, as he prepares his side for Saturday's playoff final against Fulham.May 24, 17:21
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Steve Bruce thankful for 'ideal preparation' ahead of playoff final
Steve Bruce hopes that his decision to give his Aston Villa players some time off pays off when they take on Fulham in the playoff final next weekend.May 23, 16:07
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