Brighton & Hove Albion manager Graham Potter pictured in February, 2021
Brighton boss Graham Potter not thinking about 'role model' tag
The two managers from the West Midlands first crossed paths in the Sky Bet Championship.
Feb 12, 11:02
Manchester City's Phil Foden celebrates scoring against Liverpool in the Premier League on February 7, 2021
Premier League Team of the Week - Raheem Sterling, Phil Foden, Raphinha
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 23, including Raheem Sterling, Phil Foden and Raphinha.
Feb 9, 11:15
Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring for Aston Villa against Arsenal in the Premier League on February 6, 2021
Dean Smith lavishes praise on in-form Ollie Watkins
The striker has continued the form he showed for Brentford before his transfer to the Premier League outfit.
Feb 7, 11:30
Newcastle United's Miguel Almiron celebrates scoring their third goal with teammate Allan Saint-Maximin on February 6, 2021
PL roundup: Villa sink Arsenal as Newcastle hold on against Southampton
The Saints played most of the second half against 10 men, and the final 12 minutes versus just nine players.
Feb 6, 18:14
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on January 23, 2021
Mikel Arteta bemoans lack of ruthlessness in Aston Villa defeat
The Gunners boss was also irritated by the performance of the officials, but refused to expand on the reasons why after the match.
Feb 6, 17:08
Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring for Aston Villa against Arsenal in the Premier League on February 6, 2021
Arsenal lose again as Ollie Watkins propels Aston Villa to victory
Ollie Watkins scored inside two minutes at Villa Park as Dean Smith's side returned to winning ways in the Premier League.
Feb 6, 14:53
David Luiz is sent off for Arsenal against Wolverhampton Wanderers on February 2, 2021
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Arsenal - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Arsenal, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Feb 4, 10:35
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah scores against West Ham United in the Premier League on January 31, 2021
Premier League Team of the Week - Mohamed Salah, Patrick Bamford, Callum Wilson
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 21, including Mohamed Salah, Patrick Bamford and Callum Wilson.
Feb 1, 09:45
Barcelona goalkeeper Neto pictured in December 2019
Arsenal 'considering move for Barcelona goalkeeper Neto'
Arsenal are interested in signing Barcelona goalkeeper Neto, according to a report.
Jan 14, 13:57
Aston Villa's Tom Heaton celebrates their first goal against Everton on August 23, 2019
Arsenal interested in signing Aston Villa goalkeeper Tom Heaton?
Aston Villa goalkeeper Tom Heaton is reportedly wanted by Arsenal to provide competition for Bernd Leno.
Jan 14, 10:04
Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane celebrates scoring against Leeds on January 2, 2021
Premier League Team of the Week - Harry Kane, Alexandre Lacazette, David de Gea
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 17, including Harry Kane, Alexandre Lacazette, David de Gea and Kevin De Bruyne.
Jan 5, 10:23
Bruno Fernandes celebrates scoring for Manchester United against Aston Villa in the Premier League on January 1, 2021
Manchester United level on points with Liverpool after Aston Villa win
Anthony Martial and Bruno Fernandes scored in the 2-1 victory at Old Trafford.
Jan 1, 22:27
Anwar El Ghazi celebrates scoring for Aston Villa against Chelsea in the Premier League on December 28, 2020
Chelsea come up short again as Aston Villa snatch a point
Anwar El Ghazi cancelled out Olivier Giroud's first-half header.
Dec 28, 19:41
Jack Grealish in action for Aston Villa on December 20, 2020
Premier League Team of the Week - Bruno Fernandes, Jack Grealish, Ollie Watkins
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 15, including Bruno Fernandes, Jack Grealish and Ollie Watkins.
Dec 28, 00:04
Kortney Hause celebrates scoring for Aston Villa against Crystal Palace on December 26, 2020
Ten-man Aston Villa ease past Crystal Palace
Goals from Bertrand Traore, Kortney Hause and Anwar El Ghazi gave Villa a deserved victory.
Dec 26, 17:24
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta looks deflated on December 19, 2020
Arsenal in crisis: Where have things gone wrong for Mikel Arteta's side?
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at where things have gone wrong for Arsenal and Mikel Arteta this season.
Dec 25, 07:30
Arsenal goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson pictured in December 2020
Arsenal goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson quits social media over abuse
Arsenal goalkeeper Runar Alex Runarsson deactivates his Twitter account following heavy criticism of his performance in Tuesday's EFL Cup defeat to Manchester City.
Dec 23, 18:58
Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Ross Barkley in line for Aston Villa return on Boxing Day
The midfielder was forced off in the 2-1 defeat to Brighton in November.
Dec 22, 12:22
Leicester City's James Maddison celebrates scoring against Brighton & Hove Albion in the Premier League on December 13, 2020
Premier League Team of the Week - Jamie Vardy, James Maddison, James Ward-Prowse
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek 12, including Jamie Vardy, James Maddison and James Ward-Prowse.
Dec 14, 13:43
Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Hugo Lloris pictured on November 21, 2020
Tottenham Hotspur looking to equal clean sheet record against Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur are out to equal a club top-flight record of five consecutive clean sheets when they do battle with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Sunday.
Dec 13, 09:15
Manchester City's Joao Cancelo and teammates remonstrate with referee Chris Kavanagh against Manchester United in the Premier League on December 12, 2020
PL roundup: Manchester derby ends goalless as Newcastle, Villa scrape late wins
Both Manchester teams remain outside the Premier League's top six.
Dec 12, 19:49
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on November 8, 2020
Dean Smith bemoans flurry of cards in Aston Villa's win over Wolves
The Dutchman scored from the spot in injury time after Nelson Semedo brought down John McGinn.
Dec 12, 16:25
Dominic Calvert-Lewin carries the match ball after scoring a hat-trick against West Ham United in the EFL Cup on September 30, 2020
FPL tips: Consistency pays off for the top managers
Dominic Calvert-Lewin appears in 850 of the 1,000 squads.
Nov 30, 16:45
Brighton & Hove Albion's Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates against Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Danny Welbeck scores first Brighton goal in controversial win over Aston Villa
The former Manchester United and Arsenal striker scored his first goal for the Seagulls.
Nov 21, 17:21
Wolverhampton Wanderers' Rui Patricio celebrates after Raul Jimenez scores their first goal on November 7, 2019
Wolves boss Nuno Espirito Santo insists Rui Patricio can still improve
The Portugal keeper shares the Premier League lead for clean sheets this season.
Nov 21, 14:30
Jack Grealish warms up for Aston Villa on October 18, 2020
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith proud of Jack Grealish following England exploits
The midfielder received rave reviews for his three appearances for England over the last week.
Nov 20, 09:21
Jack Grealish warms up for Aston Villa on October 18, 2020
Aston Villa's impressive start helped by youngest side in Premier League
Research by the PA news agency has found that Villa's starting line-ups so far this season have an average age of 25 years, four months and six days.
Nov 19, 12:10
Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson pictured on November 4, 2020
Dean Henderson to leave Manchester United in January?
Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson is eager to leave on loan in order to nail down a starting spot for England, according to a report.
Nov 17, 09:51
Giovani Lo Celso is congratulated by his Argentina teammates after scoring his side's second goal against Venezuela on June 28, 2019
Preview:Argentina vs. Paraguay - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's World Cup Qualifying clash between Argentina and Paraguay, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 11, 09:27
Emiliano Martinez in action for Aston Villa against Sheffield United on September 21, 2020
Emiliano Martinez lifts lid on Arsenal departure
The 28-year-old wanted to be a number one and also holds international ambitions.
Nov 9, 22:50
Emiliano Martinez in action for Aston Villa against Sheffield United on September 21, 2020
Emiliano Martinez heaps praise on Aston Villa defence following Arsenal win
The Argentine was making his first return to the Emirates Stadium since his summer switch from the Gunners.
Nov 9, 13:07
Emiliano Martinez in action for Aston Villa against Sheffield United on September 21, 2020
Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez opens up on "emotional" win over Arsenal
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez opens up on his side's convincing victory over former club Arsenal, describing the occasion as "emotional".
Nov 9, 12:32
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on September 19, 2020
Preview:Arsenal vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League fixture between Arsenal and Aston Villa, including team news and predicted lineups.
Nov 6, 11:30
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins celebrates with teammates after completing his hat-trick against Liverpool on October 4, 2020
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Southampton, including predictions and team news.
Oct 30, 17:05
Patrick Bamford celebrates with teammates after scoring for Leeds United against Aston Villa in the Premier League on October 23, 2020
Patrick Bamford hits hat-trick as Leeds end Aston Villa's winning start
Patrick Bamford is on six goals for the season after Leeds inflicted Villa's first Premier League loss.
Oct 23, 21:14
Bernd Leno pictured for Arsenal in October 2020
Arsenal's David Luiz defends Bernd Leno following midweek error
Bernd Leno's error saw the Gunners fall behind in their Europa League Group B opener.
Oct 23, 11:21
Emiliano Martinez in action for Aston Villa against Sheffield United on September 21, 2020
Martin Keown questions Arsenal's decision to sell Emiliano Martinez
Martin Keown questions whether Arsenal made the right decision in allowing Emiliano Martinez to join Aston Villa.
Oct 22, 22:31
Aston Villa's Tom Heaton celebrates their first goal against Everton on August 23, 2019
Dean Smith: 'Tom Heaton on course for return to training next week'
The Aston Villa goalkeeper has been sidelined since January because of a knee injury.
Oct 21, 22:17
Aston Villa's Ross Barkley celebrates scoring against Leicester City in the Premier League on October 18, 2020
Five key players behind Aston Villa's perfect start to the season
Villa have won their opening four Premier League games.
Oct 19, 17:27
Aston Villa's Ross Barkley celebrates scoring against Leicester City in the Premier League on October 18, 2020
Aston Villa maintain perfect start with late win at Leicester
Villa have won their opening four league games of a season for the first time since the 1930-31 campaign
Oct 18, 20:42
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