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Premier League
Dec 29, 2012 at 3pm UK
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Roberto Martinez praises "gifted" Shaun Maloney
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez pays credit to Shaun Maloney's performances for the club this season.Dec 30, 19:53
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Paul Lambert not thinking about January signings
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert claims that he is not thinking about signing new players in January following Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Wigan.Dec 29, 20:40
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Roberto Martinez praises "first-class" Wigan Athletic
Wigan boss Roberto Martinez heaps praise on his players following Saturday's 3-0 victory at Aston Villa.Dec 29, 18:58
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Paul Lambert understands fans' anger
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert insists that he understands the frustration of fans following Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Wigan Athletic.Dec 29, 18:44
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole provides its take on the Premier League encounter between Aston Villa and Wigan Athletic at Villa Park.
Match Report
Wigan move out of the bottom three with a 3-0 win away to a dire Aston Villa.
Live Commentary
Sports Mole brings you live coverage from Villa Park where Aston Villa host Wigan Athletic in the Premier League.
HT Report
Wigan lead Aston Villa 1-0 at the halfway stage of their Premier League clash this afternoon, courtesy of an Ivan Ramis goal.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Aston Villa's match with Wigan Athletic at Villa Park.
Build-up
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Paul Lambert: 'We must respond'
Paul Lambert says that his Aston Villa squad must not beat themselves up over their last two Premier League defeats.Dec 28, 16:03
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Paul Lambert: 'Inexperience not to blame'
Paul Lambert denies claims that Aston Villa's inexperience is responsible for their recent thrashings and position in the Premier League table.Dec 28, 15:00
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