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
 Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on April 22, 2019
Smith hails Grealish 'quality' but demandsSmith: 'Villa deserved comeback' more from Villa
His side take a slender lead to the Hawthorns following a comeback victory over West Brom.
May 11, 15:48
 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
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith watches his cat do a whoopsie on his beret on April 22, 2019
Dean Smith: 'Villa can be inspired by Liverpool and Spurs'
Villa host local rivals West Brom on Saturday before travelling to The Hawthorns on Tuesday.
May 10, 13:49
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith watches his cat do a whoopsie on his beret on April 22, 2019
Dean Smith: 'West Brom favourites over Aston Villa'
Villa host West Brom on Saturday before Tuesday's return leg at The Hawthorns.
May 9, 15:17
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith watches his cat do a whoopsie on his beret on April 22, 2019
Preview:Aston Villa vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews the Championship playoff semi-final first leg between Aston Villa and West Brom, including predictions, team news and past meetings.
May 9, 13:00
 Norwich City boss Daniel Farke pictured on May 5, 2019
Daniel Farke: Title win is "icing on the cake"
Teemu Pukki and Mario Vrancic were on the scoresheet for Norwich.
May 5, 15:52
 Marcelo Bielsa pops a squat on April 13, 2019
Marcelo Bielsa defends controversial behaviour during Villa draw
Argentinian ordered his side to let Villa walk in an equaliser after a controversial opener for the Yorkshire side.
Apr 28, 16:18
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith watches his cat do a whoopsie on his beret on April 22, 2019
Dean Smith praises "magnificent" Villa players after historic achievement
Jonathan Kodjia's earned a club record 10th successive win - beating the previous record that had been set 109 years ago.
Apr 22, 15:29
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on March 16, 2019
Dean Smith challenges Aston Villa to extend record-equalling winning run
Bolton's relegation was confirmed in front of their new owner Laurence Bassini.
Apr 19, 17:13
 Aston Villa's Conor Hourihane celebrates scoring their second goal against Bristol City on April 13, 2019
Aston Villa march on to eighth straight win
Dean Smith's side continue their fine run of form.
Apr 13, 17:30
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on March 16, 2019
Smith lauds Villa's fight as his 10-man side make it seven straight wins
Villa came from behind to win at Rotherham.
Apr 10, 21:56
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on March 16, 2019
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith pleased after "tough game"
Villa score two late goals to boost Championship play-off hopes.
Apr 6, 18:01
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on March 16, 2019
Dean Smith: 'Villa are in a good position'
Blackburn have now lost eight of their last 10 matches.
Mar 31, 07:32
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on March 16, 2019
We've a smile on our faces again - Villa boss Dean Smith
Villa have won four consecutive matches for the first time in 13 months.
Mar 16, 18:32
 Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on March 16, 2019
Grealish inspires Villa to fourth successive victory as McGinn strikes again
Middlesbrough have now lost their last three matches.
Mar 16, 17:23
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on January 19, 2019
Two-goal McGinn epitomises what Villa are about - Smith
McGinn scored two goals in eight minutes to sink Forest.
Mar 13, 22:53
 A Birmingham City fan punches Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish on March 9, 2019
Dean Smith angered by 'mindless moron' who attacked Jack Grealish
Grealish scored the winner at St Andrew's after being punched by a supporter earlier in the match.
Mar 10, 15:38
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on January 19, 2019
Preview:Birmingham vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole brings you the team news, predicted lineups and a full preview of Aston Villa's trip to Birmingham City in the Championship.
Mar 8, 12:50
 Aston Villa midfielder Jack Grealish celebrates scoring against Derby County on March 2, 2019
Captain Jack is Greal deal for Villa boss Smith
Grealish scored on his return to the side following injury.
Mar 2, 18:41
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on January 19, 2019
Smith pleased as Villa earn point at Stoke after half-time home truths
Albert Adomah scored the equaliser.
Feb 23, 18:35
 Darren Moore in charge of West Bromwich Albion on February 2, 2019
Barry and Harper leave Moore merrier after win at Aston Villa
West Brom boss singles out veteran and youngster after away victory.
Feb 16, 19:01
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on January 19, 2019
Dean Smith frustrated by officiating after Aston Villa go down at Brentford
Neal Maupay's stoppage-time strike decided it.
Feb 13, 23:30
 Brentford's Neal Maupay celebrates scoring their third goal against Barnet in the FA Cup on February 5, 2019
Neal Maupay's late winner ensures Dean Smith endures unhappy return to Brentford
Maupay's 18th goals of the season maintained the Bees' unbeaten record against Villa since their relegation from the Premier League.
Feb 13, 22:02
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on January 19, 2019
Dean Smith hails fighting spirit of Villa after late comeback
The Aston Villa boss was left to rue a controversial second goal for Sheffield United.
Feb 8, 23:34
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on January 19, 2019
Dean Smith prepares for important nine days in Aston Villa's season
Victory for Villa would put them right back in play-off contention, while a win for the Blades will send them top.
Feb 7, 14:26
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on January 19, 2019
Smith rues rare Villa off day in front of goal
Tommy Elphick hit the bar and Tammy Abraham was denied in a goalless draw with struggling Reading.
Feb 2, 18:46
 Swansea City midfielder Leroy Fer pictured in August 2018
Aston Villa in late bid to land Leroy Fer?
Aston Villa reportedly make a late move to sign Swansea City midfielder Leroy Fer.
Jan 31, 19:04
 Tyrone Mings in action during Bournemouth's loss to Wolves on December 15, 2018
Tyrone Mings 'to undergo Aston Villa medical'
Aston Villa are reportedly on the verge of signing Bournemouth defender Tyrone Mings on an initial loan deal.
Jan 31, 08:26
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on January 19, 2019
Smith hails Villa's character but rues defensive errors
Hull boss Nigel Adkins was happy with a draw despite seeing a two-goal lead slip away.
Jan 19, 17:59
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on December 7, 2018
That was rubbish – Villa boss Smith pulls no punches after heavy loss at Wigan
The under-par visitors suffered a second straight 3-0 loss.
Jan 12, 18:27
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on December 7, 2018
Smith surprised by Villa's flat show against Swansea
Dean sees his boys bow out of the FA Cup.
Jan 5, 18:42
 Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring for Aston Villa on January 1, 2019
Smith says loan deal is good news for Villa, Chelsea and Abraham
Boss does not want to lose his in-form striker.
Jan 1, 19:03
 Dean Smith in charge of Aston Villa on December 7, 2018
Aston Villa close to signing Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Kortney Hause?
Wolverhampton Wanderers reportedly decide to accept an offer from Aston Villa for defender Kortney Hause.
Jan 1, 18:40
 Preston manager Alex Neil on December 29, 2018
Neil delighted as injury-hit Preston hold Villa
Neil delighted as injury-hit Preston hold Villa
Dec 29, 18:30
 Brentford's Romaine Sawyers celebrates scoring their first goal against Millwall on October 14, 2017
Aston Villa keen on Brentford midfielder Romaine Sawyers?
Aston Villa are reportedly keen on securing a January deal for Brentford midfielder Romaine Sawyers.
Dec 29, 09:56
 Orjan Nyland in action for Aston Villa on November 25, 2018
Dean Smith heaps praise on Aston Villa keeper Orjan Nyland
The Norwegian stopped a last-gasp Wilfried Bony penalty as Swansea were denied a point.
Dec 26, 19:09
 Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa pictured in August 2018
Bielsa would have settled for draw before dramatic Leeds winner
The United manager had seen his side fight back from two goals down to win 3-2 at Villa Park.
Dec 23, 17:29
 Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa pictured in August 2018
Marcelo Bielsa wary as on-song Leeds hunt Christmas number one
United have won five in a row but face Aston Villa on Sunday.
Dec 22, 11:59
 Lovre Kalinic in action for Croatia on November 18, 2018
Villa swoop for goalkeeper Kalinic
The 28-year-old will officially join the club on January 1.
Dec 21, 13:27
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