The Aston Villa and Bradford teams arrive on the pitch before their semi-final second leg on January 22, 2013
Half-Time Report: Bradford still lead Capital One Cup semi despite Christian Benteke's goal
Christian Benteke gives Aston Villa the lead, but they still trail Bradford by one goal in the Capital One Cup semi-final.
Jan 22, 20:32
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
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
William Gallas
Team News: William Gallas, Kyle Naughton start for Tottenham Hotspur
William Gallas and Kyle Naughton start for Tottenham Hotspur while Aston Villa make three changes for this evening's match at Villa Park.
Dec 26, 17:24
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert on the touchline at Norwich on December 11, 2012
Team News: Three changes for Aston Villa
Paul Lambert makes three changes for the visit of Tottenham Hotspur.
Dec 26, 17:17
Robin Van Persie
Team News: Javier Hernandez makes way for Robin van Persie
Robin van Persie returns to the Manchester United starting lineup as Sir Alex Ferguson makes six changes for the trip to Aston Villa.
Nov 10, 17:16
Michael Turner celebrates equalising for Norwich
Match Analysis: Aston Villa 1-1 Norwich City
Sports Mole casts an eye over Norwich City's 1-1 draw at Aston Villa this afternoon.
Oct 27, 13:58
Michael Turner celebrates equalising for Norwich
10-man Aston Villa hold on for draw with Norwich City
Michael Turner heads home late on to earn Norwich City a deserved draw with 10-man Aston Villa.
Oct 27, 13:44
Chris Baird
In Pictures: Fulham 1-0 Aston Villa
Pictures from Fulham's 1-0 victory over Aston Villa at Craven Cottage.
Oct 20, 16:40
Aaron Lennon
In Pictures: Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 Aston Villa
Pictures from Tottenham Hotspur's 2-0 victory over Aston Villa at White Hart Lane.
Oct 7, 17:40
Paul Lambert
Paul Lambert hails "hidden gems"
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert describes young duo Matthew Lowton and Joe Bennett as "hidden gems".
Oct 6, 12:52
Paul Lambert
Paul Lambert plays down Roberto Mancini row
Paul Lambert says that his spat with Roberto Mancini on Tuesday was "nothing".
Sep 26, 05:57
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
Joe Bennett
Joe Bennett "stronger" following injuries
Aston Villa's Joe Bennett insists that he is ready to prove the doubters wrong following his recovery from injuries.
Sep 12, 18:26
The Den
Preview:Millwall vs. Middlesbrough
Sports Mole previews Saturday's early kickoff in the Championship between Millwall and Middlesbrough at the New Den.
Aug 30, 13:35
Joe Bennett
Paul Lambert: 'Joe Bennett will thrive at Aston Villa'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that new signing Joe Bennett will "thrive" at the Premier League club.
Aug 29, 19:36
Joe Bennett
Joe Bennett completes Aston Villa move
Joe Bennett completes his move from Middlesbrough to Aston Villa on a four-year deal.
Aug 29, 18:10
Paul Lambert
Report: Aston Villa make move for Joe Bennett
Aston Villa are reportedly lining up a bid for Middlesbrough left-back Joe Bennett.
Aug 28, 16:55
Dougie Freedman
Team News: Middlesbrough trio fail late fitness tests
Middlesbrough's Joe Bennett, Kevin Thomson and Muzzy Carayol are out of today's Championship clash against Crystal Palace.
Aug 25, 13:20
Middlesbrough
Result: Middlesbrough 1-0 Brighton & Hove Albion
Scott McDonald's first-half goal is enough to give Middlesbrough victory at the Riverside this afternoon.
Dec 10, 17:02
Stuart Pearce
Three withdraw from England Under-21 squad
Connor Wickham, Danny Rose and Joe Bennett pull out of the England Under-21 squad with injuries.
Oct 3, 18:06
Marvin Emnes
Result: Crystal Palace 0-1 Middlesbrough
Marvin Emnes scores the only goal of the games as Middlesbrough defeat Crystal Palace and go top of the table.
Sep 17, 15:56
Nicky Bailey
Result: Burnley 0-2 Middlesbrough
Middlesbrough extend their unbeaten start to the season with a 2-0 win at Burnley.
Sep 10, 17:53
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