Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish 'not focusing' on Martin O'Neill
Alex McLeish insists that he is focused on beating Sunderland, not former Villa boss Martin O'Neill.
Apr 21, 06:00
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish still picking up the pieces of Martin O'Neill departure
Ahead of Martin O'Neill's return to Villa Park with Sunderland, Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish admits that he is still picking up the pieces following the Ulsterman's abrupt exit from the club.
Apr 21, 03:13
Gabriel Agbonlahor and Mark Albrighton
Graham Taylor criticises Aston Villa players' commitment
Former Aston Villa boss Graham Taylor is unsure whether Alex McLeish's players have shown enough commitment this season.
Apr 20, 10:59
Richard Dunne
Alex McLeish to be patient with Richard Dunne
Alex McLeish will reportedly hold off throwing Richard Dunne back into the side after recovering from a collarbone injury.
Apr 19, 10:41
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish struggling to keep Aston Villa job?
Alex McLeish's future at Aston Villa is reportedly in danger as American owner Randy Lerner draws up potential candidates to replace the Scotsman.
Apr 18, 08:02
Barry Bannan
Barry Bannan reveals Stiliyan Petrov incentive
Barry Bannan says that Aston Villa are determined to avoid relegation so captain Stiliyan Petrov can come back to a Premier League club once he overcomes acute leukaemia.
Apr 17, 10:07
Shaun Derry
Sir Alex Ferguson admits Ashley Young diving reputation
Sir Alex Ferguson concedes that people are starting to label Ashley Young a cheat.
Apr 16, 06:28
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish bemoans "soft penalty"
Alex McLeish believes that his Aston Villa side were unfortunate to concede a penalty against Manchester United earlier today.
Apr 15, 17:40
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish calls for disciplined performance at Manchester United
Alex McLeish admits that his side must be prepared to face a difficult test at Old Trafford.
Apr 15, 05:22
Andreas Weimann
Andreas Weimann planning to halt Man Utd
Aston Villa youngster Andreas Weimann is hoping a positive approach will secure a shock result against Manchester United on Sunday.
Apr 14, 23:03
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish warns players to stay on their feet against Ashley Young
Alex McLeish warns his players to be extra careful when challenging Manchester United's attackers ahead of Aston Villa's visit to Old Trafford on Sunday.
Apr 14, 01:23
Paul Scholes
Preview:Manchester United vs. Aston Villa
Manchester United will hope to resume their dominance in the Premier League title race by clinching a victory over Aston Villa on Sunday.
Apr 13, 16:41
Alex McLeish
Marian Kello close to Aston Villa move
Marian Kello is reportedly expected to begin talks with Aston Villa over a proposed move to the Premier League club this week.
Apr 12, 04:45
Villa Park
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Stoke City
Sports Mole previews Stoke City's visit to Aston Villa, where the Potters will be chasing their first three points on the road since January 2.
Apr 8, 21:20
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish proud of young players
Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish expresses his pride at the club's younger players following Saturday's 1-1 draw at Liverpool.
Apr 7, 20:21
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish confident of avoiding drop
Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish is confident that the club have enough to avoid relegation from the Premier League.
Apr 7, 10:19
Pepe Reina
Alex McLeish pleased with Pepe Reina absence
Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish admits that the absence of Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina on Saturday is a good thing for the Midlands club.
Apr 6, 23:03
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish confident of Aston Villa survival
Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish believes that his team will not get relegated from the Premier League this season.
Apr 5, 17:34
Doni
Preview:Liverpool vs. Aston Villa
Liverpool will need a victory over Aston Villa on Saturday in order to prevent a record seven defeats in eight games.
Apr 5, 15:20
Stiliyan Petrov
Alex McLeish: 'Stiliyan Petrov determined to beat illness'
Alex McLeish confirms that Aston Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov will return to the Midlands from London following the initial stages of treatment for acute leukaemia.
Apr 5, 14:23
Darren Bent
Darren Bent: 'Petrov is a warrior'
Darren Bent backs Stiliyan Petrov to win his battle against leukaemia.
Apr 4, 22:53
Jermaine Jenas
Jermaine Jenas to make surprise comeback for Aston Villa?
Jermaine Jenas could reportedly make an unexpected comeback for Aston Villa, despite initially being ruled out for the rest of the season with an Achilles injury.
Apr 4, 09:16
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish plans summer overhaul
Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish insists that he will make significant changes to his squad at the end of the season.
Apr 3, 22:30
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish targets 40 points for safety
Aston Villa must reach at least 40 points to be safe from relegation according to manager Alex McLeish.
Apr 2, 23:03
Stiliyan Petrov
Alex McLeish: Stiliyan Petrov in "amazing spirits"
Alex McLeish reveals that Stiliyan Petrov is in high spirits following his first day of treatment for acute leukaemia.
Apr 2, 20:01
Joe Cole
Aston Villa target summer swoop for Joe Cole?
Aston Villa will reportedly try to snatch Joe Cole from Liverpool when the midfielder returns from a loan stint at Lille.
Apr 2, 08:12
Stiliyan Petrov
Stiliyan Petrov made dressing room visit
Aston Villa defender Eric Lichaj reveals how ill captain Stiliyan Petrov visited the dressing room prior to their match with Chelsea on Saturday.
Apr 1, 16:38
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish: Stiliyan Petrov inspired Aston Villa
Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish reveals that Stiliyan Petrov's presence at Villa Park during yesterday's match against Chelsea inspired the players.
Apr 1, 09:16
Stiliyan Petrov
Alex McLeish: 'Let's do it for Stiliyan Petrov'
Alex McLeish wants his Aston Villa side to beat Chelsea on Saturday for captain Stiliyan Petrov, who was diagnosed with acute leukaemia yesterday.
Mar 31, 09:24
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish: "Defiant" Stiliyan Petrov will beat leukaemia
Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish is confident that Stiliyan Petrov will beat acute leukaemia because of his fighting spirit.
Mar 30, 19:22
Gabriel Agbonlahor and Mark Albrighton
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Chelsea
Aston Villa host Chelsea at Villa Park on Saturday in a bid to push themselves up the table.
Mar 29, 14:39
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish delays talks with Aston Villa trio
Aston Villa assistant manager Peter Grant reveals that Alex McLeish will not begin contract discussions until the end of the season.
Mar 29, 09:03
Alex McLeish
Aston Villa chase Russian striker
Alex McLeish could be tempted to part with £5m to secure the services of Spartak Moscow's Russian striker Artem Dzyuba.
Mar 27, 02:32
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish aiming for "more depth"
Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish is adamant that he will need to recruit new players during the summer.
Mar 26, 18:26
Jermaine Jenas
Alex McLeish bemoans Jermaine Jenas absence
Alex McLeish says that Jermaine Jenas's Achilles injury has been a "big" loss for Aston Villa.
Mar 26, 10:44
Charles N'Zogbia and Clint Dempsey
Charles N'Zogbia to see knee specialist
Aston Villa winger Charles N'Zogbia travels to France to visit a knee specialist and will remain out of action for up to four weeks.
Mar 25, 21:22
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish: Arsenal not "unbeatable"
Alex McLeish insists that Aston Villa can get a result at the Emirates.
Mar 24, 07:50
Villa Park
Aston Villa to battle for Dutch top-scorer
Aston Villa and Valencia are in a transfer tug-of-war to sign Dutch star Bas Dost.
Mar 23, 23:43
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish hints at summer signings
Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish suggests that there will be money available for new signings this summer.
Mar 23, 09:02
Alex McLeish
Alex McLeish hails Fabrice Muamba "resilience"
Aston Villa boss Alex McLeish praises the "resilience" of Fabrice Muamba.
Mar 23, 06:56