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Reaction
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Journalists press Paul Lambert on Darren Bent
Journalists ask Paul Lambert a total of 22 questions regarding Darren Bent's recent omissions and future at Aston Villa.Nov 28, 16:36
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Gabriel Agbonlahor hails Christian Benteke
Aston Villa captain Gabriel Agbonlahor heaps praise upon strike partner Christian Benteke.Nov 27, 23:21
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Paul Lambert insists Darren Bent has Aston Villa future
Paul Lambert insists that Darren Bent has a future at Aston Villa despite leaving the England international striker out of his 18-man squad to face Reading tonight.Nov 27, 22:28
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole dissects the action as Aston Villa record a 1-0 win over Reading at Villa Park on Tuesday.
Match Report
Christian Benteke heads in a corner in the 80th minute to give Aston Villa a narrow win over fellow strugglers Reading at Villa Park.
Live Commentary
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of tonight's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Reading at Villa Park.
HT Report
Both Aston Villa and Reading waste chances in the opening 45 minutes at Villa Park.
Team News
Ron Vlaar sits out Aston Villa's clash with Reading because of a muscular complaint.
Preview
Sports Mole looks ahead to Reading's trip to Aston Villa on Tuesday night.
Build-up
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Darren Bent present at Villa Park
Despite reports to the contrary, Darren Bent is seen watching his Aston Villa teammates take on Reading.Nov 27, 20:00
Darren Bent storms out of Villa Park?
Reports on Twitter claim that Darren Bent storms out of Villa Park after being informed that he is not part of the Aston Villa squad to face Reading.Nov 27, 19:41
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Barry Bannan: 'Reading will be tough'
Aston Villa midfielder Barry Bannan insists that his side will show the same respect for Reading as they did for Arsenal last weekend.Nov 27, 07:10
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