Villa boss Paul Lambert does his best Paulo Di Canio impression against Sunderland on April 29, 2013
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 6-1 Sunderland - as it happened
Read how Aston Villa overcame Sunderland extremely comfortably on Monday night, ending Paolo Di Canio's honeymoon period at the Black Cats.
Apr 29, 18:00
Manchester United's Robin van Persie celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on April 22, 2013
Half-Time Report: Robin van Persie hat-trick puts Manchester United in control
Robin van Persie scores a first-half hat-trick against Aston Villa to move Manchester United to within 45 minutes of winning the Premier League title.
Apr 22, 19:47
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Andreas Weimann hails "brilliant" Christian Benteke
Aston Villa striker Andreas Weimann praises the impact that teammate Christian Benteke has had on the Premier League strugglers.
Apr 18, 19:10
Aston Villa's Fabian Delph scores an own goal in the match against Fulham on April 13, 2013
Fabian Delph own goal denies Aston Villa victory
Fabian Delph scores an own goal to cancel out Charles N'Zogbia's opener for Aston Villa, who are held to a 1-1 draw by Fulham in the West Midlands.
Apr 13, 16:15
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Fulham on April 13, 2013
Half-Time Report: Aston Villa on top in goalless first half
Aston Villa fail to make the most of their chances in the first half of their home Premier League clash with Fulham, which remains goalless at the break.
Apr 13, 15:02
Villa forward Andreas Weimann celebrates his equaliser against Arsenal on February 23, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'Fans love Andreas Weimann'
Paul Lambert says that the Aston Villa fans have taken Andreas Weimann to their hearts since he burst onto the scene last year.
Apr 13, 03:59
Aston Villa's Gabriel Agbonlahor beats Stoke City goalkeeper Asmir Begovic to score their first goal during the Premier League match on April 6, 2013
Aston Villa defeat fellow strugglers Stoke City
Late goals from Matthew Lowton and Christian Benteke seal all three points for Aston Villa at Stoke City.
Apr 6, 15:51
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert celebrates his side's second goal in their match with Reading on March 9, 2013
Half-Time Report: Aston Villa hold crucial lead over Stoke City
Aston Villa go into the break against Stoke City leading 1-0 thanks to a goal from Gabriel Agbonlahor.
Apr 6, 14:47
Aston Villa forward Gabriel Agbonlahor celebrates scoring for his side during their Premier League clash against QPR March 16, 2013
Paul Lambert hails Gabriel Agbonlahor contribution
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert praises Gabriel Agbonlahor for his recent goalscoring form.
Apr 3, 19:51
Pepe Reina
Team News: Pepe Reina, Jamie Carragher return for Liverpool
Pepe Reina and Jamie Carragher shake off injuries to start for Liverpool against Aston Villa.
Mar 31, 11:45
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert insists strike duo will stay at Aston Villa
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert insists that Christian Benteke and Andreas Weimann will both remain at the club this summer.
Mar 30, 00:17
Andreas Weimann
Liverpool track Andreas Weimann?
Liverpool are reportedly monitoring Andreas Weimann's situation at Aston Villa.
Mar 24, 08:41
Villa forward Andreas Weimann celebrates his equaliser against Arsenal on February 23, 2013
Agent: 'Andreas Weimann welcomes Inter Milan move'
The agent of Andreas Weimann claims that the Aston Villa forward would be "honoured" to join Inter Milan.
Mar 20, 20:16
Andreas Weimann celebrates a goal against Norwich on December 11, 2012
Report: Norwich City eye Andreas Weimann
Norwich City are reportedly interested in signing Aston Villa forward Andreas Weimann.
Mar 20, 01:15
Andreas Weimann celebrates a goal against Norwich on December 11, 2012
Paul Lambert praises Andreas Weimann performance
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert says that Andreas Weimann's performance played a big part in the club's 3-2 win over Queens Park Rangers.
Mar 18, 10:18
Everton's Leon Osman scores the opening goal in his side's match against Manchester City on March 16, 2013
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Week
Sports Mole picks out the 11 players who shone in the Premier League this weekend.
Mar 17, 23:49
Aston Villa's Andreas Weimann scores his side's second goal in their Premier League match with QPR on March 16, 2013
Match Analysis: Aston Villa 3-2 Queens Park Rangers
Sports Mole analyses Aston Villa's crucial 3-2 victory over QPR in their Premier League basement battle at Villa Park.
Mar 16, 17:46
Aston Villa forward Gabriel Agbonlahor celebrates scoring for his side during their Premier League clash against QPR March 16, 2013
Aston Villa edge out Queens Park Rangers in five-goal thriller
Aston Villa record a vital 3-2 victory over fellow Premier League strugglers Queens Park Rangers.
Mar 16, 16:58
Aston Villa forward Gabriel Agbonlahor celebrates scoring for his side during their Premier League clash against QPR March 16, 2013
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 3-2 Queens Park Rangers - as it happened
Read how Aston Villa moved clear of the bottom three and damaged QPR's survival hopes with a 3-2 win over the Hoops at Villa Park, courtesy of Sports Mole's live text coverage.
Mar 16, 14:10
Andreas Weimann
Andreas Weimann: 'Fans were brilliant'
Aston Villa forward Andreas Weimann hails the club's fans after his side moved out of the relegation zone courtesy of a 2-1 win over Reading this afternoon.
Mar 9, 18:00
Aston Villa's Christian Benteke scores his side's first goal in their match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Aston Villa fightback downs Reading
Aston Villa score twice in 10 minutes to claim all three points at Reading.
Mar 9, 16:52
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Half-Time Report: Aston Villa ahead at the Madejski Stadium
Aston Villa recover from an early Nathan Baker own goal to lead Reading 2-1 at the break.
Mar 9, 15:48
Andreas Weimann
Paul Lambert: 'Andreas Weimann talks are ongoing'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert insists that talks regarding a new contract for Andreas Weimann are "ongoing".
Mar 1, 12:23
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Bruce Rioch: 'Aston Villa must offer stars new deals'
Bruce Rioch believes that Aston Villa must offer their best players long-term contracts.
Feb 28, 15:16
Villa forward Andreas Weimann celebrates his equaliser against Arsenal on February 23, 2013
Andreas Weimann rubbishes contract speculation
Andreas Weimann insists that reports that he has turned down a contract offer from Aston Villa are "not true".
Feb 26, 19:58
Andreas Weimann
Aston Villa's Paul Lambert hopeful of holding onto Andreas Weimann
Paul Lambert is hopeful that Andreas Weimann will commit his future to Aston Villa following reports that he has rejected a new deal.
Feb 26, 10:46
Andreas Weimann celebrates a goal against Norwich on December 11, 2012
Report: Andreas Weimann turns down Aston Villa contract
Austrian striker Andreas Weimann turns down an improved contract offer from Aston Villa, according to a report.
Feb 26, 02:02
Villa forward Andreas Weimann celebrates his equaliser against Arsenal on February 23, 2013
Andreas Weimann confident of Aston Villa survival
Aston Villa youngster Andreas Weimann insists that his side remain confident of beating the drop this season despite losing late on at Arsenal last weekend.
Feb 25, 04:23
Arsenal's Mikel Arteta and Blackburn's Jordan Rhodes battle for the ball during the FA Cup fifth round tie on February 16, 2013
Mikel Arteta: 'We must stop silly mistakes'
Arsenal midfielder Mikel Arteta calls on his side to cut out silly individual mistakes that are costing the Gunners dear this season.
Feb 24, 23:50
Arsenal players congratulate Santi Cazorla after a goal against Aston Villa on February 23, 2013
Match Analysis: Arsenal 2-1 Aston Villa
Sports Mole brings you analysis from Arsenal's 2-1 win over Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium.
Feb 23, 17:27
Arsenal players congratulate Santi Cazorla after a goal against Aston Villa on February 23, 2013
Santi Cazorla brace downs Aston Villa
Two goals from Spanish attacker Santi Cazorla allow Arsenal to overcome Aston Villa by two goals to one.
Feb 23, 16:52
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger shouts from the touchline during the FA Cup 5th round against Blackburn Rovers on February 16, 2013
Live Commentary: Arsenal 2-1 Aston Villa - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the Premier League encounter between Arsenal and Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium.
Feb 23, 14:00
Christian Benteke is congratulated by team mate Simon Dawkins after scoring the opener against West Ham on February 10, 2013
Match Analysis: Aston Villa 2-1 West Ham United
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Aston Villa's 2-1 win over West Ham this afternoon, a match that saw the Villans move out of the relegation zone.
Feb 10, 16:01
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Half-Time Report: No goals at Villa Park
Aston Villa and West Ham United fail to break the deadlock during the first 45 minutes at Villa Park.
Feb 10, 14:19
Andreas Weimann moments after missing the target against West Ham on February 10, 2013
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 2-1 West Ham United - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text updates from today's Premier League match between struggling Aston Villa and West Ham.
Feb 10, 12:30
Gareth Bale scores a brace
Team News: Gareth Bale, Craig Bellamy start for Wales
Wales boss Chris Coleman partners Craig Bellamy and Gareth Bale in attack for tonight's friendly against Austria.
Feb 6, 19:43
Everton forward Victor Anichebe equalises against Aston Villa on February 2, 2013
Match Analysis: Everton 3-3 Aston Villa
Sports Mole takes a closer look at today's Premier League clash between Everton and Aston Villa.
Feb 2, 17:38
Toffees striker Victor Anichebe celebrates his goal against Newcastle on January 2, 2013
Team News: Victor Anichebe preferred to Nikica Jelavic for Everton
Victor Anichebe is once again preferred to Nikica Jelavic for Everton as they take on Aston Villa, who make three changes to their starting lineup.
Feb 2, 14:50
Magpies boss Alan Pardew on the touchline at Aston Villa on January 29, 2013
Match Analysis: Aston Villa 1-2 Newcastle United
Sports Mole casts its eye over Newcastle's first away win of the season at fellow strugglers Aston Villa.
Jan 29, 22:35
Newcastle's new signing Moussa Sissoko shields the ball from Barry Bannan of Aston Villa on January 29, 2013
Newcastle United claim victory at Aston Villa
Goals from Papiss Cisse and Yohan Cabaye help Newcastle United record a 2-1 victory at Aston Villa.
Jan 29, 21:37
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