Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring against Arsenal in the Premier League on November 8, 2020
Dean Smith had no doubts Ollie Watkins would perform in Premier League
Dean Smith had bought Ollie Watkins a fish tank when he signed him at Brentford.
Nov 20, 22:39
 Adam Webster pictured on August 17, 2019
Adam Webster: 'The time was right for me to captain Brighton'
The two teams meet at Villa Park on Saturday.
Nov 20, 14:20
 Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring against Arsenal in the Premier League on November 8, 2020
FPL tips: Ollie Watkins can star for Aston Villa once again
The Aston Villa forward tops our recommendations, with several Chelsea players also featuring.
Nov 19, 17:17
 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
 Jack Grealish warms up for Aston Villa on October 18, 2020
Manchester United 'to consider Jack Grealish move if Paul Pogba leaves'
Manchester United are reportedly ready to reignite their interest in Aston Villa's Jack Grealish if Paul Pogba leaves over the summer.
Nov 10, 23:47
 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
 Bruno Fernandes scores for Manchester United against Everton in the Premier League on November 7, 2020
Premier League Team of the Week - Bruno Fernandes, Hakim Ziyech, Ollie Watkins
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek eight, including Bruno Fernandes, Hakim Ziyech and Olle Watkins.
Nov 9, 12:23
 Aston Villa's Ollie Watkins celebrates scoring against Arsenal in the Premier League on November 8, 2020
Ollie Watkins nets brace as Aston Villa run out convincing winners at Arsenal
Dean Smith's side beat the Gunners 3-0 at the Emirates Stadium.
Nov 8, 21:20
 Southampton's Danny Ings celebrates scoring against Aston Villa in the Premier League on November 1, 2020
Preview:Southampton vs. Newcastle United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Premier League clash between Southampton and Newcastle United, including team news and predicted lineups.
Nov 4, 14:42
 Thomas Partey pictured in Arsenal gear on October 17, 2020
Premier League Team of the Week - Thomas Partey, Hakim Ziyech, Jamie Vardy
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for gameweek seven, including Thomas Partey, Hakim Ziyech and Jamie Vardy.
Nov 3, 09:17
 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
 Brentford's Ivan Toney celebrates with teammates after scoring against Norwich City in the Championship on October 27, 2020
Late Kenny McLean strike rescues a point for Norwich at Brentford
The Canaries were trailing to a first-half Ivan Toney goal, his eighth in eight Championship matches.
Oct 27, 22:06
 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
 Brentford boss Thomas Frank on July 18, 2020
Preview:Sheffield Wednesday vs. Brentford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's Championship fixture between Sheffield Wednesday and Brentford, including predictions, team news and lineups.
Oct 19, 19:19
 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
 Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins celebrates with teammates after completing his hat-trick against Liverpool on October 4, 2020
Preview:Leicester City vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Leicester City and Aston Villa, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 16, 10:45
 Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish pictured in action against Fulham on September 28, 2020
FPL tips: Ollie Watkins, Jack Grealish can inspire Aston Villa again
Half of our top three picks at each position come from Dean Smith's high-flying side.
Oct 15, 13:59
 Liverpool's Andrew Robertson pictured in September 2020
Andy Robertson slams "embarrassing" and 'unacceptable' Liverpool humiliation
Jurgen Klopp's Premier League champions were thrashed 7-2 by Aston Villa.
Oct 5, 11:31
 Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins celebrates after scoring a hat-trick against Liverpool on October 4, 2020
Premier League Team of the Week - Ollie Watkins, Harry Kane, Son Heung-min
Sports Mole selects its Premier League team of the week for a remarkable gameweek four, including hat-trick hero Ollie Watkins, Harry Kane and Son Heung-min.
Oct 5, 08:39
 Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp watches on as his side are beaten by Aston Villa on October 4, 2020
Jurgen Klopp: 'Aston Villa wanted it more than Liverpool'
Jurgen Klopp's Premier League champions were left stunned as Ollie Watkins registered a first-half hat-trick.
Oct 4, 22:36
 Liverpool players look dejected after conceding their seventh goal against Aston Villa on October 4, 2020
Aston Villa 7-2 Liverpool: Liverpool's biggest ever Premier League defeats
Sunday's walloping jumps to the top of the list.
Oct 4, 22:32
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on September 24, 2020
Dean Smith looks to Aston Villa new boys to take pressure off Jack Grealish
Ross Barkley could make his debut against Liverpool on Sunday.
Oct 2, 21:51
 Liverpool's Sadio Mane scores their second goal against Aston Villa on November 2, 2019
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and champions Liverpool, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 2, 19:38
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on September 24, 2020
Dean Smith delighted with Aston Villa squad following summer spending spree
Villa host champions Liverpool on Sunday aiming to maintain their 100 per cent Premier League start.
Oct 2, 11:50
 Ollie Watkins in action for Aston Villa in September 2020
Dean Smith backs Ollie Watkins to follow in footsteps of Aston Villa legends
Ollie Watkins signed for a club record £28million from Brentford earlier this month.
Sep 27, 22:44
 A downbeat Tom Cairney after Fulham are relegated on April 2, 2019
Team News: Tom Cairney in line for Fulham recall against Aston Villa
Captain Tom Cairney is in line for a recall for the home side.
Sep 26, 18:28
 Aston Villa coach John Terry in the dugout on October 20, 2018
John Terry insists Aston Villa spending spree was necessary
Villa broke their transfer record to sign Watkins from Brentford.
Sep 25, 12:15
 Bertrand Traore celebrates scoring on his Aston Villa debut in the EFL Cup against Bristol City on September 24, 2020
Bertrand Traore scores stunner on debut to help Aston Villa past Bristol City
The former Chelsea forward struck after 14 minutes of his first appearance for Villa.
Sep 24, 20:06
 Brentford manager Thomas Frank pictured on September 16, 2020
Preview:Millwall vs. Brentford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship game between Millwall and Brentford, including team news and predicted lineups.
Sep 24, 15:15
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on July 21, 2020
Dean Smith: 'Bertrand Traore arrival is a mark of Aston Villa's intent'
The 25-year-old made just four Premier League starts for Chelsea before leaving for France in 2017.
Sep 23, 15:55
 Ezri Konsa scores the winner for Aston Villa against Sheffield United in the Premier League on September 21, 2020
Chris Wilder "completely confused" by referee's decisions in Villa defeat
The Sheffield United boss said he was "completely confused" by the refereeing decisions in the 1-0 defeat.
Sep 22, 07:25
 Ezri Konsa scores the winner for Aston Villa against Sheffield United in the Premier League on September 21, 2020
Ezri Konsa nets winner as Aston Villa beat Sheffield United
Emiliano Martinez makes the right impression on his debut for the home team.
Sep 21, 19:11
 Bryan Mbuemo celebrates scoring for Brentford on September 19, 2020
Brentford off to winning start in new stadium
The Bees scored their first goals of the new Championship campaign but the Terriers are yet to get off the mark.
Sep 19, 16:24
 Aston Villa goalkeeper Orland Nyland catches the ball over the line against Sheffield United on June 17, 2020
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Sheffield United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday night's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Sheffield United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Sep 19, 12:41
 Arsenal's Emiliano Martinez in action against Liverpool in the Community Shield on August 29, 2020
Team News: Emiliano Martinez in line for Aston Villa debut against Sheffield United
Martinez joined Villa from Arsenal.
Sep 19, 11:28
 Arsenal's Emiliano Martinez in action against Liverpool in the Community Shield on August 29, 2020
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith: 'Emiliano Martinez must earn number one shirt'
Villa signed the Argentinian goalkeeper from Arsenal earlier this week.
Sep 18, 10:59
 Brentford boss Thomas Frank on July 18, 2020
Preview:Brentford vs. Huddersfield Town - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship fixture between Brentford and Huddersfield Town, including team news and injury news.
Sep 17, 13:15
 Aston Villa's Jack Grealish celebrates scoring against Burton Albion in the EFL Cup on September 15, 2020
Jack Grealish marks new contract with goal in Aston Villa win over Burton
Last season's finalists were made to work for their place in the third round.
Sep 15, 21:06
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