Arsenal's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang celebrates scoring their third goal on September 22, 2019
Ten-man Arsenal produce stunning comeback to beat strugglers Aston Villa
Ten-man Arsenal score twice in the final 10 minutes to beat strugglers Aston Villa 3-2 and pick up their third win of the new season at the Emirates Stadium.
Sep 22, 17:43
 Aston Villa's Conor Hourihane celebrates scoring their second goal against Bristol City on April 13, 2019
Conor Hourihane to play at left-back when Republic of Ireland host Bulgaria
The Aston Villa man has started all five qualifiers in midfield.
Sep 10, 08:54
 Aston Villa's Jack Grealish celebrates scoring their sixth goal with Henri Lansbury on August 27, 2019
Aston Villa hit Crewe Alexandra for six in EFL Cup rout
Smith's men ease into third round.
Aug 27, 21:53
 Aston Villa's Conor Hourihane celebrates scoring their second goal against Bristol City on April 13, 2019
Aston Villa tie Conor Hourihane down to new contract
The Republic of Ireland international played a key role as Villa secured promotion back to the Premier League.
Jul 13, 09:09
 Tyrone Mings pictured in March 2019
How Aston Villa could line up against Derby County
Sports Mole looks at how Aston Villa could line up against Derby County in the Championship playoff final.
May 25, 17:07
 Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish celebrates scoring against Derby County on March 2, 2019
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Derby County - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Championship playoff final clash between Aston Villa and Derby County, including team news and predicted lineups.
May 25, 17:03
 Chris Brunt is shown a red card in the second leg of the Championship playoff semi-final between West Bromwich Albion and Aston Villa on May 14, 2019
Live Commentary: West Bromwich Albion vs. Aston Villa (2-2 AET, 3-4 on pens) - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Aston Villa's penalty-shootout win against West Brom, as the Villans booked a place in the playoff final.
May 14, 18:55
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith watches his cat do a whoopsie on his beret on April 22, 2019
Dean Smith insists Villa "won't be sat behind the ball" at West Brom
Dean Smith is looking to score more goals on Tuesday night.
May 13, 15:45
 Aston Villa's Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring against West Bromwich Albion in the Championship playoffs on May 11, 2019.
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Championship playoff semi-final second leg between West Brom and Aston Villa, including team news and predicted lineups.
May 13, 15:00
 Aston Villa's Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring against West Bromwich Albion in the Championship playoffs on May 11, 2019.
Aston Villa fight back to beat West Bromwich Albion in Championship playoffs
Aston Villa overturn an early deficit to register a 2-1 win over West Bromwich Albion in the first leg of their Championship semi-final on Saturday afternoon.
May 11, 13:33
 Dwight Gayle scores for West Bromwich Albion against Aston Villa in the Championship playoffs on May 11, 2019.
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 2-1 West Bromwich Albion - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Aston Villa fight back to defeat West Bromwich Albion in the first leg of their Championship playoff semi-final.
May 11, 11:25
 Leeds and Aston Villa players scrap during their Championship clash on April 28, 2019
FA to review controversial Leeds-Villa game
Leeds and Aston Villa hit the headlines during Sunday's controversial 1-1 draw in the Championship.
Apr 29, 13:11
 Republic of Ireland's Conor Hourihane celebrates scoring their first goal against Georgia on March 26, 2019
Mick McCarthy heaps praise on Conor Hourihane after "special" winner
Glenn Whelan also played his part as he won his 86th senior cap.
Mar 27, 06:58
 Republic of Ireland's Conor Hourihane celebrates scoring their first goal against Georgia on March 26, 2019
Result: Conor Hourihane scores first international goal to fire Ireland past Georgia
Georgia hit the post in a tense conclusion to the game.
Mar 26, 21:59
 Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish celebrates scoring against Derby County on March 2, 2019
Grealish shines as Villa hammer Derby
The midfielder returned from injury to captain his side to a 4-0 win rounded off by his stunning volley.
Mar 2, 17:11
 Conor Hourihane in action for Aston Villa on November 10, 2018
Villa end winless run as Swansea miss late penalty
Wilfried Bony was denied from the spot.
Dec 26, 17:12
 Kemar Roofe celebrates scoring for Leeds United on December 23, 2018
Roofe strikes in stoppage time to sink Villa and send Leeds back to the top
The visitors came from two goals down to clinch a thrilling victory.
Dec 23, 16:03
 Sessi D'Almeida envelops Jake Doyle-Hayes during the EFL Cup first-round game between Yeovil Town and Aston Villa on August 14, 2018
Aston Villa survive Yeovil Town scare to progress in EFL Cup
Aston Villa book their place in the second round of the EFL Cup courtesy of a 1-0 win over League Two Yeovil, who missed a penalty and saw a goal disallowed.
Aug 14, 20:42
 Sessi D'Almeida envelops Jake Doyle-Hayes during the EFL Cup first-round game between Yeovil Town and Aston Villa on August 14, 2018
Live Commentary: Yeovil Town 0-1 Aston Villa - as it happened
Relive Aston Villa's 1-0 win over Yeovil Town as Steve Bruce's side survive a scare to progress into the second round of the EFL Cup.
Aug 14, 18:15
 Aston Villa's James Chester applauds the fans on November 4, 2017
Aston Villa grind out victory at Hull City in opening match
Aston Villa beat Hull City 3-1 at the KCOM Stadium to get their Championship campaign off to the perfect start.
Aug 6, 20:39
 Muhamed Besic and Mile Jedinak in action during the Championship playoff semi-final between Aston Villa and Middlesbrough on May 15, 2018
Aston Villa hold on for Middlesbrough stalemate to reach playoff final
Aston Villa set up a Championship playoff final against Fulham by holding out for a goalless draw at home to Middlesbrough to seal a 1-0 aggregate victory.
May 15, 20:43
 General view at the Riverside Stadium ahead of the Premier League clash between Middlesbrough and Chelsea on November 20, 2016
Team News: Middlesbrough name unchanged starting XI for playoff clash with Aston Villa
Middlesbrough boss Tony Pulis names an unchanged starting XI for Saturday's Championship playoff semi-final first leg against Aston Villa.
May 12, 15:20
 Cardiff City manager Neil Warnock chats to assistant Kevin Blackwell in October 2017
Jack Grealish stunner rocks Cardiff City at Villa Park
Aston Villa record a shock 1-0 victory over second-placed Cardiff City in the Championship courtesy of a late strike from youngster Jack Grealish.
Apr 10, 20:44
 Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce smiles before his side's pre-season clash with Shrewsbury Town on July 15, 2017
Aston Villa secure emphatic win over hapless Reading
Championship promotion hopefuls Aston Villa claim an emphatic 3-0 win over struggling Reading in Tuesday night's clash at Villa Park.
Apr 3, 20:45
 Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Nuno Espirito Santo at the EFL cup against Manchester City on October 24, 2017
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 4-1 Wolverhampton Wanderers - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage as Aston Villa record a 4-1 win over Championship leaders Wolverhampton Wanderers in Saturday's West Midlands derby.
Mar 10, 17:02
 Brum boss Steve Cotterill watches on during the Championship game between Birmingham City and Cardiff City on October 13, 2017
Steve Cotterill: 'Birmingham City didn't have the belief'
Birmingham City manager Steve Cotterill admits that his side did not have the necessary belief as they went down to a 2-0 defeat to city rivals Aston Villa on Sunday.
Feb 11, 15:07
 John Terry among a group of players during the Championship game between Aston Villa and Birmingham City on February 11, 2018
Aston Villa up to second in Championship after derby win over Birmingham City
Aston Villa claim bragging rights in the Second City derby and rise up to second in the Championship table with Sunday's 2-0 win over Birmingham City.
Feb 11, 14:01
 Middlesbrough manager Aitor Karanka looks on prior to his side's Premier League clash with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on November 5, 2016
Aitor Karanka defeated on Nottingham Forest bow as Scott Hogan earns win
Aston Villa beat Midlands rivals Nottingham Forest 1-0 for their first league win at the City Ground since January 1995.
Jan 13, 19:23
 Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce smiles before his side's pre-season clash with Shrewsbury Town on July 15, 2017
Aston Villa thrash Bristol City to close gap on rivals
Bristol City lose 5-0 to Aston Villa at Villa Park to see the gap on their promotion rivals reduced to just three points.
Jan 1, 19:26
 Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce waves to the fans during his side's Championship clash with Wolverhampton Wanderers on October 15, 2016
Aston Villa move up to fifth with win over Preston North End
Aston Villa move up to fifth in the Championship with a 2-0 triumph over Preston North End.
Nov 1, 21:42
 Cheick N'Doye has a header saved during the Championship game between Birmingham City and Aston Villa on October 29, 2017
Aston Villa held by Birmingham City in Second City derby stalemate
The honours are even at St Andrew's as West Midlands rivals Birmingham City and Aston Villa play out a goalless draw in their Championship clash.
Oct 29, 13:58
 Aston Villa manager Steve 'Cheggars' Bruce gestures on the touchline during his side's Championship clash with Birmingham City on October 30, 2016
Steve Bruce plays down Conor Hourihane speculation
Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce plays down suggestions that Conor Hourihane could leave Villa Park in the January transfer window.
Oct 2, 14:42
 Aston Villa manager Steve 'Cheggars' Bruce gestures on the touchline during his side's Championship clash with Birmingham City on October 30, 2016
Team News: Aston Villa unchanged against Nottingham Forest
Steve Bruce names an unchanged Aston Villa side for the visit of Nottingham Forest.
Sep 23, 15:36
 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
Team News: Jonathan Kodjia up front for Aston Villa
Jonathan Kodjia is back in the fold for Aston Villa's trip to Barnsley.
Sep 16, 15:44
 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
Aston Villa held by Bristol City at Ashton Gate
Josh Onomah's deflected strike earns Aston Villa a 1-1 draw against Bristol City at Ashton Gate, cancelling out Jamie Paterson's opener.
Aug 25, 20:37
 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
Report: Championship trio keen on Aston Villa midfielder Gary Gardner
Aston Villa midfielder Gary Gardner is believed to be on the radar of Championship trio Brentford, Preston North End and Queens Park Rangers.
Aug 20, 15:01
 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
Steve Bruce "delighted" for hat-trick hero Conor Hourihane
Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce hopes that Conor Hourihane has now settled in the West Midlands after registering a hat-trick against Norwich City.
Aug 19, 20:32
 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
Birmingham City agree £3.5m fee with Barnsley for Marc Roberts?
A report claims that Birmingham City are on the brink of completing a £3.5m move for Barnsley defender Marc Roberts, who had earlier been linked with a switch to Burnley.
Jul 1, 09:43
 Brighton & Hove Albion players celebrate promotion to the Premier League on April 17, 2017
Team News: Five changes for Brighton & Hove Albion
Chris Hughton makes five changes for Brighton & Hove Albion's trip to Aston Villa.
May 7, 10:06
 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
Team News: Jonathan Kodjia fit to start for Aston Villa
Jonathan Kodjia is passed fit to start for Aston Villa as they welcome Reading to Villa Park.
Apr 15, 13:06
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