Aston Villa's Leon Bailey and Tyrone Mings celebrate after Everton's Lucas Digne scores an own goal in the Premier League on September 18, 2021
Second-half Aston Villa blitz clinches victory over Everton
Villa scored three goals in nine minutes to beat Everton.
Sep 18, 18:38
Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn pictured in December 2020
Chelsea working to identify fan responsible for sectarian abuse of John McGinn
The Blues have launched an investigation after a video circulated online.
Sep 13, 17:53
Aston Villa's Emiliano Buendia celebrates scoring their first goal on August 28, 2021
Dean Smith: Aston Villa in no-win situation over Emi Martinez and Emi Buendia
Emiliano Buendia and Emi Martinez are currently training in Croatia ahead of returning to the UK.
Sep 10, 09:41
Scotland's Lyndon Dykes celebrates scoring their first goal against Austria in World Cup Qualifying on September 7, 2021
Lyndon Dykes keeps cool from the spot to give Scotland crucial win in Austria
Scotland's away win moved them second in World Cup qualifying Group F.
Sep 7, 21:02
Scotland's Nathan Patterson pictured on September 4, 2021
Preview:Austria vs. Scotland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Austria and Scotland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 5, 11:47
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on June 14, 2021
Key men back but morale boost needed - 5 talking points as Scotland face Moldova
Stephen O'Donnell, Nathan Patterson, John McGinn and Kevin Nisbet are available after missing the loss to Denmark.
Sep 3, 16:06
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on June 14, 2021
Preview:Scotland vs. Moldova - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Scotland and Moldova, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 2, 20:09
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on June 14, 2021
5 talking points ahead of Scotland's World Cup qualifier with Denmark
Scotland head to a side that reached the semi-finals at this summer's European Championship.
Aug 31, 16:51
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on June 14, 2021
Steve Clarke blow as Kevin Nisbet and Stephen O'Donnell miss Scotland qualifier
Nisbet has a knock and O'Donnell is ruled out by coronavirus protocols in Denmark.
Aug 31, 12:48
Denmark's Yussuf Poulsen celebrates scoring against Belgium at Euro 2020 on June 17, 2021
Preview:Denmark vs. Scotland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's World Cup Qualifying - Europe clash between Denmark and Scotland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 30, 18:03
Steven Naismith pictured for Scotland in September 2018
Scotland's plans for World Cup qualifiers disrupted by injury and coronavirus
Boss Steve Clarke has described the most 'troublesome' period of his Scotland tenure.
Aug 30, 11:06
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on June 14, 2021
Steve Clarke's plans for World Cup qualifiers disrupted by injury and Covid-19
Steven Naismith has been drafted in to help with training.
Aug 30, 10:18
Celtic coach Ange Postecoglou pictured on August 12, 2021
Ange Postecoglou: James Forrest and Greg Taylor unlikely to join Scotland squad
The Celtic boss said after Sunday's Old Firm defeat that both players looked set to miss the September games.
Aug 29, 15:13
Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn pictured in December 2020
Positive coronavirus test rules John McGinn out of Denmark qualifier
The Scotland midfielder hopes to return for the Moldova game.
Aug 29, 09:11
 Aston Villa's Anwar El Ghazi celebrates scoring their second goal against Newcastle United in the Premier League on August 21, 2021
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Brentford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Brentford, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 26, 11:44
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith on May 16, 2021
Preview:Barrow vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's EFL Cup clash between Barrow and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 22, 23:11
 Aston Villa's Anwar El Ghazi celebrates scoring their second goal against Newcastle United in the Premier League on August 21, 2021
Superb Danny Ings goal helps Aston Villa to victory over Newcastle
Anwar El Ghazi added Villa's second goal from the penalty spot.
Aug 21, 16:17
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith before the match on May 1, 2021.
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Newcastle United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Newcastle United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Aug 19, 13:02
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith on May 16, 2021
We're over Jack Grealish - Aston Villa boss Dean Smith
Villa started life after Jack Grealish with a 3-2 defeat at Watford.
Aug 15, 21:30
Watford's Cucho Hernandez celebrates scoring against Aston Villa in the Premier League on August 14, 2021
Ismaila Sarr stars on Premier League return as Watford edge Aston Villa
Ismaila Sarr had already set up Emmanuel Dennis for his first club goal for Watford's opener before he found the net himself.
Aug 14, 16:24
Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring against Fulham in the Premier League on April 4, 2021
What is Aston Villa's strongest XI for the 2021-22 season?
Ahead of the new Premier League season starting this weekend, Sports Mole looks at who would make Aston Villa's strongest XI in the 2021-22 campaign.
Aug 10, 15:30
Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring against Fulham in the Premier League on April 4, 2021
Aston Villa 2021-22 season preview - prediction, summer signings, star player
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look ahead to Aston Villa's 2021-22 campaign, including predictions, summer signings and their star player.
Aug 9, 10:00
Nigel Pearson in charge of Bristol City in March 2021
Preview:Bristol City vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Pre-Season Friendlies clash between Bristol City and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 29, 13:54
Aston Villa manager Dean Smith before the match on May 1, 2021.
Preview:Stoke City vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Pre-Season Friendlies clash between Stoke City and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 22, 12:18
Youri Tielemans in action for Leicester City in May 2021
Youri Tielemans 'pushing for Liverpool move this summer'
Leicester City midfielder Youri Tielemans reportedly sets his sights on a transfer to Liverpool during the summer transfer window.
Jul 14, 08:32
Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn pictured in December 2020
Aston Villa 'have no intention of selling Liverpool-linked John McGinn'
Aston Villa are reportedly not prepared to sell John McGinn, who has been linked with Liverpool, during this summer's transfer window.
Jun 25, 17:13
Jack Grealish pictured for England on June 2, 2021
Friday's paper talk: Jack Grealish, John McGinn, Ben White
Movement at Villa Park could have big implications for the Premier League.
Jun 25, 07:12
Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn pictured in December 2020
Liverpool 'considering move for Aston Villa's John McGinn'
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is reportedly contemplating a big-money approach for Aston Villa midfielder John McGinn.
Jun 24, 08:11
Scott McKenna pictured on November 12, 2019
Scott McKenna pays tribute to Croatia's quality
Luka Modric and Ivan Perisic produced masterful finishes to earn a 3-1 Hampden win for the World Cup runners-up.
Jun 23, 07:01
Luka Modric celebrates scoring for Croatia against Scotland at Euro 2020 on June 22, 2021
Callum McGregor admits Scotland are "shattered" by Euro 2020 exit
The Celtic midfielder's goal was in vain in a 3-1 loss to Croatia.
Jun 22, 21:39
Luka Modric celebrates scoring for Croatia against Scotland at Euro 2020 on June 22, 2021
Croatia 3-1 Scotland: Steve Clarke's side bow out of Euro 2020
Luka Modric scored the pick of the goals in a 3-1 win for his side.
Jun 22, 21:12
England's John Stones hits the post against Scotland at Euro 2020 on June 18, 2021
The big talking points ahead of Scotland's showdown with Croatia
Scotland have never qualified out of the group stage of a major finals, which includes eight World Cups and two European Championships.
Jun 21, 21:25
Scotland manager Steve Clarke on June 14, 2021
Which players could end Scotland's Euro 2020 goal drought?
Steve Clarke's side are the only team still to find the net at the European Championship.
Jun 21, 20:31
England's Jack Grealish in action with Scotland's Stephen O'Donnell at Euro 2020 on June 18, 2021
Stephen O'Donnell reveals tactic to keep Jack Grealish quiet
The Scotland defender adopted an unusual tactic in Friday's clash against England.
Jun 20, 15:42
Scotland's Andrew Robertson and Lyndon Dykes pictured on June 14, 2021
How Scotland could line up against Croatia
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Scotland could line up for their Euro 2020 clash with Croatia on Tuesday.
Jun 20, 14:10
Scotland's John McGinn celebrates scoring against Austria on March 25, 2021
John McGinn takes inspiration from Scotland fans in London
The midfielder struggled to sleep before the England clash so watched clips of the Tartan Army making their presence felt in the English capital.
Jun 19, 14:23
Graeme Souness pictured next to the Premier League trophy
Graeme Souness: "Football ain't coming home"
Three Lions captain Harry Kane was criticised after firing another blank.
Jun 18, 21:55
Scotland's Andrew Robertson and Lyndon Dykes pictured on June 14, 2021
How Scotland could line up against England
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Scotland could line up in Friday's Euro 2020 clash with England.
Jun 16, 16:27
England's Raheem Sterling celebrates scoring against Croatia at Euro 2020 on June 13, 2021
Preview:England vs. Scotland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's European Championship clash between England and Scotland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 16, 15:59
Scotland's John McGinn celebrates scoring their third goal on November 19, 2019
John McGinn aware of size of Scotland's task at Euro 2020
The Scots were beaten by Czech Republic in their group opener.
Jun 16, 15:40
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