Brentford forward Ivan Toney celebrates scoring against Newcastle United on April 8, 2023
Douglas Luiz nets late leveller as Aston Villa hold Brentford to draw
Brentford and Aston Villa both suffer blows in their respective European ambitions with a 1-1 stalemate at the Brentford Community Stadium this afternoon.
Apr 22, 16:04
Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring against Chelsea on April 1, 2023
Aston Villa climb above Chelsea in table with two-goal win at Stamford Bridge
Aston Villa move above Chelsea and into ninth position in the Premier League table courtesy of a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge in Saturday's late start.
Apr 1, 18:22
Chelsea players celebrate Joao Felix's goal against Everton on March 18, 2023
Preview:Chelsea vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Mar 30, 08:09
Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring for Arsenal with Gabriel Magalhaes on March 19, 2023
Premier League Team of the Week - Bukayo Saka, Pedro Porro, Alexander Isak
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week, including Bukayo Saka, Pedro Porro and Alexander Isak.
Mar 19, 17:14
 Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz on March 17, 2023
Aston Villa defeat Bournemouth 3-0 for second successive home victory
Aston Villa ended a four-match losing run versus Bournemouth on Saturday, earning a 3-0 victory against them to extend their unbeaten run to four successive matches in the Premier League.
Mar 18, 16:58
Manchester City's Ilkay Gundogan celebrates scoring their second goal with Manchester City's Ruben Dias, Aymeric Laporte and Erling Braut Haaland on February 12, 2023
First-half blitz sees Manchester City edge past Aston Villa
Rodri, Ilkay Gundogan and Riyad Mahrez are all on target in the first half as Manchester City defeat Aston Villa 3-1 at the Etihad Stadium.
Feb 12, 18:28
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta celebrates on January 22, 2023
Mikel Arteta confirms desire to sign new midfielder in January
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta confirms his desire to sign a new midfielder before the January transfer window closes for business.
Jan 25, 14:17
Bukayo Saka celebrates scoring for Arsenal on January 22, 2023
Premier League Team of the Week - Erling Haaland, Bukayo Saka, Lisandro Martinez
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week, including Erling Braut Haaland, Bukayo Saka and Lisandro Martinez.
Jan 24, 09:38
Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring for Aston Villa on August 20, 2022
Late Ollie Watkins header sinks struggling Southampton
Ollie Watkins' towering header hands Aston Villa all three points away to Southampton, who remain bottom of the table after their fourth successive defeat at St Mary's.
Jan 21, 17:09
Morocco midfielder Azzedine Ounahi in action against Spain at the World Cup on December 6, 2022.
Aston Villa join race to sign Morocco star Azzedine Ounahi?
Aston Villa reportedly emerge as one of the favourites to win the race to sign Angers midfielder Azzedine Ounahi, who starred for Morocco at the recent World Cup.
Jan 18, 14:26
Declan Rice in West Ham United training on October 12, 2022
Arsenal 'confident over summer deal for West Ham United's Declan Rice'
Arsenal reportedly make West Ham United midfielder Declan Rice their top summer target and are optimistic about their chances of getting a deal done.
Jan 16, 17:47
Aston Villa's Emiliano Buendia celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur on January 1, 2023
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Stevenage - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's FA Cup clash between Aston Villa and Stevenage, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 6, 11:42
Wolverhampton Wanderers' Daniel Podence celebrates scoring against Aston Villa on January 4, 2023
Aston Villa, Wolverhampton Wanderers share the points at Villa Park
Danny Ings cancels out an opener from Daniel Podence as Aston Villa come from behind to draw 1-1 with Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League.
Jan 4, 21:54
Sporting Lisbon's Pedro Porro reacts after the match on October 26, 2022
Tottenham Hotspur 'closing in on Pedro Porro signing'
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly closing in on the signing of Sporting Lisbon defender Pedro Porro and could finalize a £35m transfer this week.
Jan 2, 17:52
Tottenham Hotspur players look dejected after losing to Aston Villa on January 1, 2023
Preview:Crystal Palace vs. Tottenham Hotspur - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Tottenham Hotspur, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 2, 15:03
Aston Villa's Emiliano Buendia celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur on January 1, 2023
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Wolverhampton Wanderers - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Wolverhampton Wanderers, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jan 2, 13:08
Dejan Kulusevski in Tottenham Hotspur training on October 11, 2022
Tottenham Hotspur team news: Injury, suspension list vs. Crystal Palace
Sports Mole rounds up Tottenham Hotspur's latest injury and suspension news ahead of Wednesday's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.
Jan 2, 08:00
Martin Odegaard celebrates scoring for Arsenal on December 31, 2022
Premier League Team of the Week - Odegaard, Alexander-Arnold, Toney
Sports Mole picks its first Premier League Team of the Week for 2023, including Martin Odegaard, Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ivan Toney.
Jan 1, 20:18
Tottenham Hotspur players look dejected after losing to Aston Villa on January 1, 2023
Antonio Conte left bemused at "crazy" Tottenham Hotspur title talk
Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte laughs off "crazy" talk of his side challenging for the Premier League title after their 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa.
Jan 1, 19:21
Antonio Conte in charge of Tottenham Hotspur in January 2023
Antonio Conte: 'Fifth place might be best for Tottenham Hotspur'
Antonio Conte claims that fifth place 'may be best' for Tottenham Hotspur after their dismal 2-0 home defeat to Aston Villa in the Premier League.
Jan 1, 17:17
Aston Villa's Emiliano Buendia celebrates scoring against Tottenham Hotspur on January 1, 2023
Tottenham Hotspur stunned by Aston Villa in North London
Emiliano Buendia and Douglas Luiz score the goals as Aston Villa record a 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Jan 1, 15:55
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on December 26, 2022
Stefan Bajcetic scores as Liverpool overcome Aston Villa
Stefan Bajcetic scores his first senior goal as Liverpool survived a minor scare to record a 3-1 win over Aston Villa in their Premier League Boxing Day showdown.
Dec 26, 19:26
Chelsea head coach Graham Potter during defeat to Arsenal on November 6, 2022.
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Chelsea - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's friendly between Aston Villa and Chelsea, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 9, 15:43
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery pictured in November 2022
Aston Villa, Brighton & Hove Albion play out entertaining draw in Dubai
Premier League sides Aston Villa and Brighton & Hove Albion play out an entertaining 2-2 draw in their friendly in Dubai on Thursday.
Dec 8, 15:05
Joao Palhinha celebrates scoring for Fulham on September 16, 2022
Aston Villa 'rejected chance to sign Fulham's Joao Palhinha'
Aston Villa reportedly rejected the chance to sign Joao Palhinha from Sporting Lisbon before the 27-year-old made the move to Fulham in the summer transfer window.
Nov 18, 15:58
Douglas Luiz in action for Aston Villa on October 10, 2022
Barcelona considering Franck Kessie, Douglas Luiz swap deal with Aston Villa?
Barcelona are reportedly willing to offer Franck Kessie as part of a swap deal for Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz.
Nov 14, 23:44
Manchester United's Anthony Martial scores against Aston Villa in the EFL Cup on November 10, 2022
Manchester United win six-goal thriller with Aston Villa to advance in EFL Cup
Manchester United book their spot in the fourth round of the EFL Cup courtesy of a 4-2 win over Aston Villa at Old Trafford.
Nov 10, 21:56
Palmeiras' Danilo celebrates winning the Copa Libertadores on November 27, 2021
Arsenal 'closing in on the signing of Palmeiras midfielder Danilo'
Arsenal are reportedly closing in on the signing of Palmeiras midfielder Danilo after sending scouts to watch him last week.
Nov 7, 21:20
Palmeiras' Danilo celebrates winning the Copa Libertadores on November 27, 2021
Arsenal 'sent scouts to watch Palmeiras' Danilo'
Arsenal reportedly send scouts to watch Palmeiras defensive midfielder Danilo ahead of a potential bid in the January transfer window.
Nov 1, 20:40
Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe during win over Everton on October 19, 2022.
Preview:Newcastle United vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Newcastle United and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 27, 16:07
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on October 16, 2022
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta to have £50m to spend in January?
Arsenal are reportedly willing to hand Mikel Arteta a £50m warchest for the January transfer window.
Oct 26, 12:37
Manchester United's Casemiro celebrates scoring against Chelsea on October 22, 2022
Premier League Team of the Week - Haaland, Casemiro, Martinez
Sports Mole selects its Premier League Team of the Week, including Erling Braut Haaland, Casemiro and Lisandro Martinez.
Oct 25, 07:51
Aston Villa's Danny Ings celebrates scoring against Brentford on October 23, 2022
Aston Villa begin life after Steven Gerrard with four-goal win over Brentford
Danny Ings scores twice as Aston Villa begin life after Steven Gerrard with a 4-0 win over Brentford in the Premier League.
Oct 23, 14:58
Brentford manager Thomas Frank on October 8, 2022
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Brentford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Brentford, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 21, 14:34
Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard after the defeat to Fulham on October 20, 2022.
Steven Gerrard sacked by Aston Villa
Aston Villa sack manager Steven Gerrard following their 3-0 defeat to Fulham at Craven Cottage this evening.
Oct 20, 21:50
Fulham's Aleksandar Mitrovic celebrates scoring their second goal with Fulham's Harrison Reed on October 20, 2022
Fulham ease past Aston Villa to pile pressure on Steven Gerrard
Fulham beat 10-man Aston Villa 3-0 at Craven Cottage to pile the pressure on under-fire Villa manager Steven Gerrard.
Oct 20, 20:21
Mason Mount celebrates scoring for Chelsea against Aston Villa on October 16, 2022
Mason Mount brace sees Chelsea sink Aston Villa
Mason Mount scores twice as Chelsea pile the pressure on Aston Villa manager Steven Gerrard with a 2-0 Premier League win in the West Midlands.
Oct 16, 14:55
Douglas Luiz in action for Aston Villa on October 2, 2022
Douglas Luiz signs new Aston Villa contract
Aston Villa announce that midfielder Douglas Luiz has signed a new long-term contract, despite interest from Arsenal in the summer.
Oct 14, 14:34
Douglas Luiz in action for Aston Villa on October 2, 2022
Arsenal 'still interested in signing Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz'
Arsenal remain interested in signing Brazilian midfielder Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa, according to a report.
Oct 5, 17:27
Ruben Neves celebrates scoring for Wolverhampton Wanderers on August 28, 2022
Arsenal rekindle interest in Wolverhampton Wanderers' Ruben Neves?
Arsenal reportedly rekindle their interest in Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Ruben Neves, but the 25-year-old is still priortising a move to Barcelona.
Oct 1, 22:38
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