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Ciaran Clark
Paul Lambert backs Ciaran Clark to recover
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert backs Ciaran Clark to recover from his crucial error in Monday's 1-0 defeat to Manchester City in the Premier League.
Mar 9, 13:23
Ciaran Clark
Matt Lowton: Ciaran Clark will "bounce back"
Aston Villa's Matt Lowton says that Ciaran Clark should not be troubled by his error against Manchester City.
Mar 6, 12:18
Fabian Delph
Paul Lambert rues Fabian Delph ban
Paul Lambert says that Aston Villa will sorely miss Fabian Delph after picking up a two-match ban against Manchester City.
Mar 5, 07:22
Ciaran Clark
Paul Lambert: 'Ciaran Clark will learn from error'
Paul Lambert says that Ciaran Clark will learn from his mistakes, after his error allowed Manchester City to net a winning goal against Aston Villa.
Mar 5, 07:10
City's Yaya Toure celebrates after a goal against Chelsea on February 24, 2013
Yaya Toure: 'Manchester City are answering critics'
Yaya Toure says that Manchester City answered their critics following their win over Aston Villa.
Mar 5, 06:59
Manchester City's Kolo Toure in action on February 17, 2013
Kolo Toure wary of chasing pack
Kolo Toure says that keeping Manchester City ahead of the chasing pack for second is vital, following their win over Aston Villa.
Mar 5, 06:49
Manchester City's Kolo Toure in action on February 17, 2013
Kolo Toure impressed by Christian Benteke
Manchester City defender Kolo Toure believes that his battle with Christian Benteke was a pivotal part of last night's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.
Mar 5, 04:58
City midfielder Jack Rodwell after a 1-1 draw with Borussia Dortmund on October 3, 2012
Roberto Mancini "very sorry" for Rodwell
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini admits that Jack Rodwell's persistent hamstring injury is a major concern.
Mar 5, 02:08
Manchester City's Sergio Aguero celebrates after scoring his second against Leeds in the FA Cup 5th round on February 17, 2013
Sergio Aguero out of Barnsley FA Cup clash
Roberto Mancini reveals that Sergio Aguero will not be fit to return in Manchester City's FA Cup last-eight meeting with Barnsley on Saturday.
Mar 4, 23:27
City midfielder Jack Rodwell sits injured, during a game with Aston Villa on March 4, 2013
Jack Rodwell faces "3-4 weeks out"
Roberto Mancini reveals that Jack Rodwell could miss up to four weeks of action with a hamstring injury picked up in the win over Aston Villa.
Mar 4, 23:13
Villa manager Paul Lambert reacts to his side going 1-0 down against Southampton on January 12, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'I can't fault players'
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert refuses to blame his players for the club's current plight despite this evening's defeat to Man City leaving them in the relegation zone.
Mar 4, 22:41
Man City boss Roberto Mancini against Newcastle on December 15, 2012
Roberto Mancini: 'Title is not over'
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini claims that the title race is not over after his side reduced the gap between themselves and Manchester United back to 12 points.
Mar 4, 22:28

The Match

Analysis

Sports Mole picks the bones out of Manchester City's slender win at Aston Villa.

Match Report

A Carlos Tevez goal on the stroke of half time is enough to give Manchester City a 1-0 win over Aston Villa this evening.

Live Commentary

Read how Manchester City just edged out Aston Villa in a tight game at Villa Park.

HT Report

Carlos Tevez scores in stoppage time of the first half to give Man City a 1-0 lead over Aston Villa at the halfway stage of their match.

Team News

Sergio Aguero misses out on Manchester City's clash at Aston Villa because of a knee injury he picked up during training.

Preview

Sports Mole looks ahead to an equally-important match for both sides on Monday night as Aston Villa welcome Manchester City.

Head to Head
Feb 12, 2012 4pm
Oct 15, 2011 3pm
Jan 22, 2011 3pm
Build-up
Gael Clichy, Gonzalo Higuain
Gael Clichy wary of Aston Villa agenda
Gael Clichy says that Manchester City cannot underestimate an Aston Villa side that are desperate for points to stay in the Premier League.
Mar 4, 07:32
Ciaran Clark
Ciaran Clark confident of Manchester City triumph
Ciaran Clark says that Aston Villa's Capital One Cup victory over Manchester City in September gives them hope of a win at Villa Park on Monday.
Mar 4, 06:53
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Paul Lambert insists Aston Villa can beat Manchester City
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that his side have enough quality to cause Manchester City problems tonight.
Mar 4, 03:09
Manchester City's Carlos Tevez shows his frustration during the Manchester derby on December 9, 2012
Carlos Tevez: Every game is a "must win"
Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez admits every game is a "must win" for his side.
Mar 3, 04:46
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini on the touchline during the match against rivals Manchester United on December 9, 2012
Roberto Mancini tips Aston Villa for survival
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini believes that Aston Villa should avoid relegation from the Premier League this season.
Mar 2, 13:32
Vincent Kompany
Vincent Kompany expected to be ruled out of Aston Villa trip
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany is unlikely to be fit for the club's trip to Aston Villa on Monday, according to Roberto Mancini.
Mar 1, 15:53
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini gives instructions on the touchline during his side's match with Liverpool on February 3, 2013
Roberto Mancini: 'We must win every game or title race is over'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini suggests that the club will be unable to reach Manchester United if they lose to Aston Villa on Monday.
Mar 1, 15:04
City's Gareth Barry is congratulated by David Silva after scoring the second against Watford on January 5, 2013
Gareth Barry nearing injury return?
Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry is reportedly nearing a return to full fitness following a two-week absence through injury.
Feb 28, 01:26
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Today's games header
Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool14112129111835
2Chelsea1594235181731
3Arsenal1585229151429
4Manchester CityMan City158342721627
5Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest157441918125
6Aston Villa157442323025
7Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton156632522324
8Bournemouth157352320324
9Brentford157263128323
10Fulham156542220223
11Tottenham HotspurSpurs1562731191220
12Newcastle UnitedNewcastle155551921-220
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd155461918119
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham155372028-818
15Everton143561421-714
16Leicester CityLeicester153572130-914
17Crystal Palace152761420-613
18Ipswich TownIpswich151681427-139
19Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1523102338-159
20Southampton1512121131-205


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