Ciaran Clark
Paul Lambert offers Ciaran Clark, Ashley Westwood new contracts
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert offers youngsters Ciaran Clark and Ashley Westwood new four-year contracts.
Jul 13, 08:20
 Scott Parker
Five players Aston Villa should sign
Sports Mole identifies five players who would enhance the Aston Villa squad.
Jun 17, 11:49
 Villa's Christian Benteke celebrates his hat-trick goal against Sunderland on April 29, 2013
End-of-season report: Aston Villa
Sports Mole's end-of-season review of all the drama at Villa Park.
May 21, 14:01
 Chelsea's Frank Lampard celebrates scoring the equalising goal in the Premier League clash with Aston Villa on May 11, 2013
Frank Lampard brace earns Chelsea crucial win
Frank Lampard's landmark goal earns Chelsea a 1-1 draw at Villa Park, with Christian Benteke and Ramires both dismissed either side of half time.
May 11, 13:41
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert acknowledges the crowd after the match against Norwich on May 4, 2013
Paul Lambert delighted to reach 40 points
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert shares his delight after moving to 40 points with a 2-1 success over Norwich City.
May 4, 16:48
 Crewe's Luke Murphy celebrates with team mate Max Clayton after scoring the opening goal against Southend in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy final on April 7, 2013
Steve Davis retains Luke Murphy hope
Crewe Alexandra boss Steve Davis says that Luke Murphy could remain at the club this summer.
May 2, 10:35
 Villa's Christian Benteke celebrates his hat-trick goal against Sunderland on April 29, 2013
Christian Benteke hat-trick inspires heavy Aston Villa win
Aston Villa hit Sunderland for six as a Christian Benteke hat-trick inspires Paul Lambert's men to a 6-1 rout.
Apr 29, 20:54
 Crewe's Luke Murphy celebrates with team mate Max Clayton after scoring the opening goal against Southend in the Johnstone's Paint Trophy final on April 7, 2013
Steve Davis: 'We could lose Luke Murphy'
Crewe Alexandra boss Steve Davis admits that it will be hard to keep Luke Murphy at the club next season.
Apr 8, 16:30
 Stoke's Steven N'Zonzi is pulled back by Aston Villa's Ashley Westwood on December 8, 2012
Paul Lambert hails Ashley Westwood's work ethic
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that the "phenomenal" Ashley Westwood deserves more praise for his tireless running in midfield.
Apr 6, 12:29
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert and Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers greet each other before kick off on March 31, 2013
Half-Time Report: Christian Benteke gives Villa the advantage against Liverpool
A goal from Christian Benteke gives Aston Villa a 1-0 lead against Liverpool heading into the break.
Mar 31, 13:16
 Stoke's Steven N'Zonzi is pulled back by Aston Villa's Ashley Westwood on December 8, 2012
Gary Gardner hails Ashley Westwood's performances
Ashley Westwood's performances for Aston Villa this season receive high praise from teammate Gary Gardner.
Mar 25, 19:56
 West Ham manager Sam Allardyce prior to kick-off against Aston Villa on February 10, 2013
Sam Allardyce: "We deserved something out of the game"
Sam Allardyce insists that his West Ham United side deserved more from their 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa.
Feb 10, 17:26
 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
 Christian Benteke is congratulated by team mate Simon Dawkins after scoring the opener against West Ham on February 10, 2013
Aston Villa climb out of bottom three with win over West Ham United
Goals from Christian Benteke and Charles N'Zogbia earn Aston Villa their first Premier League win of 2013 that sees them climb out of the relegation zone.
Feb 10, 15:32
 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
 Villa's Christian Benteke and Charles N'Zogbia stand dejected during their 3-1 defeat to Bradford City on January 8, 2013
Team News: Christian Benteke left out of Aston Villa squad
Christian Benteke, who is not injured, does not feature in Aston Villa's matchday squad for tonight's FA Cup clash at Millwall.
Jan 25, 19:30
 Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Team News: Four changes for Aston Villa
Paul Lambert and Nigel Adkins both make changes to their starting lineups for today's match at Villa Park.
Jan 12, 14:20
 Blackpool boss Michael Appleton on the touchline against Wolves on December 21, 2012
Blackburn Rovers confirm Michael Appleton appointment
Blackburn Rovers confirm Michael Appleton as the club's new manager.
Jan 11, 18:04
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert on the touchline at Norwich on December 11, 2012
Mid-season report: Aston Villa
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Aston Villa's opening half of the Premier League season.
Dec 28, 06:30
 Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert on the touchline on December 1, 2012
Paul Lambert praises "excellent" Ashley Westwood
Aston Villa manager praises the impact of "excellent" young midfielder Ashley Westwood.
Dec 6, 17:11
 Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Christian Benteke heads Aston Villa to victory over Reading
Christian Benteke heads in a corner in the 80th minute to give Aston Villa a narrow win over fellow strugglers Reading at Villa Park.
Nov 27, 21:50
 Ron Vlaar
Team News: Ron Vlaar absent for Aston Villa
Ron Vlaar sits out Aston Villa's clash with Reading because of a muscular complaint.
Nov 27, 19:18
 Villa Park
Ashley Westwood: 'I want to be as good at Aston Villa as David Platt'
Ashley Westwood is aiming to repeat David Platt's success at Aston Villa.
Sep 15, 14:12
 Joe Bennett
Paul Lambert to blood youngsters
Three young summer signings, who are unproven at Premier League level, are included in Paul Lambert's Aston Villa squad for tomorrow's home match with Swansea City.
Sep 14, 20:04
 A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Ashley Westwood makes move to Aston Villa
Crewe captain Ashley Westwood is looking forward to playing in the Premier League as he completes his move to Aston Villa.
Aug 31, 21:22
 Adam Dugdale
Crewe Alexandra 1-0 Southend United
Adam Dugdale heads the only goal of the game to give Crewe Alexandra a one-goal advantage over Southend United in the League Two playoffs.
May 12, 18:25
 Paulo Di Canio
League Two round-up
League Two leaders Swindon Town slip up at Crewe, while Torquay United win away at Burton Albion. Read Sports Mole's round-up from today's action.
Mar 17, 17:49
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