Villa striker Christian Benteke scores a penalty against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Paul Lambert delighted with Christian Benteke performances
Paul Lambert is pleased with Christian Benteke's self-improvement this season.
Apr 20, 08:30
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Fulham on April 13, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'The Aston Villa fans have been fantastic'
Paul Lambert praises the support of the Aston Villa's fans despite the club being involved in the Premier League's relegation battle.
Apr 16, 21:41
Aston Villa forward Gabriel Agbonlahor celebrates scoring for his side during their Premier League clash against QPR March 16, 2013
Gabriel Agbonlahor could return against Manchester United
Paul Lambert hopes that Gabriel Agbonlahor will recover from a hip complaint to play against Manchester United.
Apr 15, 13:20
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Fulham on April 13, 2013
Paul Lambert pleased with Aston Villa display
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert credits his side's display following Saturday's 1-1 draw at home to Fulham in the Premier League.
Apr 13, 17:52
Charles N'Zogbia
Team News: Gabriel Agbonlahor missing for Aston Villa
Charles N'Zogbia replaces the injured Gabriel Agbonlahor for Aston Villa's Premier League match with Fulham, who hand recalls to Kieron Richardson and Urby Emanuelson.
Apr 13, 13:47
Villa forward Andreas Weimann celebrates his equaliser against Arsenal on February 23, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'Fans love Andreas Weimann'
Paul Lambert says that the Aston Villa fans have taken Andreas Weimann to their hearts since he burst onto the scene last year.
Apr 13, 03:59
Aston Villa forward Gabriel Agbonlahor celebrates scoring for his side during their Premier League clash against QPR March 16, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'Gabriel Agbonlahor has impressed me'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert reveals that he has been impressed with the recent form of striker Gabriel Agbonlahor.
Apr 12, 13:39
Aston Villa's Christian Benteke celebrates scoring against Liverpool in the Premier League clash on March 31, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'Christian Benteke is worth more than £25m'
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert believes that Christian Benteke is worth more than £25m.
Apr 11, 14:50
Fulham boss Martin Jol before kick-off against QPR on April 1, 2013
Martin Jol aware of Aston Villa threat
Fulham boss Martin Jol insists that he will not take Aston Villa lightly when his side play them on Saturday afternoon.
Apr 11, 14:13
Aston Villa player Jordan Bowery on September 22, 2012
Paul Lambert impressed by Jordan Bowery
Paul Lambert was impressed with Jordan Bowery's performance after being recalled to the lineup at Stoke City.
Apr 11, 13:13
Mathieu Flamini
Southampton and Aston Villa to fight for ex-Arsenal man
Aston Villa and Southampton are battling for the signature of Mathieu Flamini, according to reports.
Apr 11, 07:12
Villa's Brett Holman equalises in the cup against Norwich on December 11, 2012
Paul Lambert reassures Brett Holman
Aston Villa midfielder Brett Holman receives confirmation from manager Paul Lambert that he is still needed at the club.
Apr 10, 11:17
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa
Aston Villa to resume Christian Benteke talks?
Aston Villa will resume their contract talks with Christian Benteke when their survival in the Premier League is assured, according to a report.
Apr 10, 03:46
Aston Villa's Christian Benteke celebrates scoring against Liverpool in the Premier League clash on March 31, 2013
Paul Lambert hails "terrific" Christian Benteke
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert hails the "terrific" work ethic of Christian Benteke following his 15th league goal of the season against Stoke City.
Apr 9, 01:45
Aston Villa's Matthew Lowton celebrates scoring his side's second goal in their match against Stoke on April 6, 2013
Matt Lowton: 'We must keep up momentum'
Aston Villa defender Matt Lowton is adamant his side must keep battling to retain their Premier League status despite their win over Stoke City.
Apr 8, 02:27
Gabriel Agbonlahor receives treatment
Paul Lambert: 'Gabriel Agbonlahor should be fine'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert reveals that the thigh injury that forced Gabriel Agbonlahor off at Stoke City yesterday isn't too serious.
Apr 7, 08:20
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert celebrates his side's second goal in their match with Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert: Win was "thoroughly deserved"
Paul Lambert hails his Aston Villa players following their 3-1 win away at fellow strugglers Stoke City.
Apr 6, 16:13
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert celebrates his side's second goal in their match with Reading on March 9, 2013
Half-Time Report: Aston Villa hold crucial lead over Stoke City
Aston Villa go into the break against Stoke City leading 1-0 thanks to a goal from Gabriel Agbonlahor.
Apr 6, 14:47
Aston Villa forward Gabriel Agbonlahor celebrates scoring for his side during their Premier League clash against QPR March 16, 2013
Live Commentary: Stoke City 1-3 Aston Villa - as it happened
Read how Aston Villa moved out of the bottom three and dragged Stoke City further into the relegation mix with a 3-1 win at the Britannia Stadium, courtesy of Sports Mole's minute-by-minute coverage.
Apr 6, 13:10
Stoke's Steven N'Zonzi is pulled back by Aston Villa's Ashley Westwood on December 8, 2012
Paul Lambert hails Ashley Westwood's work ethic
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that the "phenomenal" Ashley Westwood deserves more praise for his tireless running in midfield.
Apr 6, 12:29
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'Strikers are doing their job'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert praises the club's strikers, insisting that they are 'doing their job' for their side.
Apr 6, 06:08
Former England manager Graham Taylor FA Anniversary Celebrations Launch on January 16, 2013
Graham Taylor predicts Aston Villa struggle
Former Aston Villa manager Graham Taylor admits that the club faces a tough task to avoid relegation from the Premier League.
Apr 5, 23:36
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert delivers relegation warning
Paul Lambert believes that his Aston Villa squad have dealt well with the pressures of a relegation battle.
Apr 5, 03:38
Stoke boss Tony Pulis on the touchline during the match against Everton on March 30, 2013
Preview:Stoke City vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole looks ahead to this weekend's Premier League clash between Stoke City and Aston Villa.
Apr 4, 16:36
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Tottenham Hotspur consider £15m bid for Christian Benteke?
Tottenham Hotspur will reportedly launch a £15m bid for Aston Villa striker Christian Benteke.
Apr 4, 08:29
Aston Villa forward Gabriel Agbonlahor celebrates scoring for his side during their Premier League clash against QPR March 16, 2013
Paul Lambert hails Gabriel Agbonlahor contribution
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert praises Gabriel Agbonlahor for his recent goalscoring form.
Apr 3, 19:51
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'We are dealing with relegation pressure'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert insists that his side are dealing with the pressure of potential relegation from the Premier League.
Apr 3, 12:08
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert and Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers greet each other before kick off on March 31, 2013
Brendan Rodgers: 'Paul Lambert is a top manager'
Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers says that Aston Villa will improve as long as Paul Lambert remains in charge at the club.
Apr 2, 21:24
Villa keeper Brad Guzan celebrates the win over Liverpool on December 15, 2012
Brad Guzan backs Aston Villa to bounce back
Aston Villa goalkeeper Brad Guzan backs his side to bounce back from last weekend's defeat to Liverpool and beat the drop.
Apr 2, 04:42
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill during his side's match with Arsenal on February 9, 2013
Paul Lambert shocked by Martin O'Neill dismissal
Paul Lambert says he was shocked to hear of Martin O'Neill's departure from Sunderland.
Apr 1, 06:16
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert confident of survival
Paul Lambert feels that his Aston Villa team are capable of fighting off the threat of relegation this season.
Mar 31, 15:05
Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard celebrates scoring against Aston Villa during the Premier League clash on March 31, 2013
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 1-2 Liverpool - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live coverage of the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Liverpool this afternoon.
Mar 31, 11:30
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert insists strike duo will stay at Aston Villa
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert insists that Christian Benteke and Andreas Weimann will both remain at the club this summer.
Mar 30, 00:17
Darren Bent
Darren Bent to feature for Aston Villa against Liverpool?
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert suggests that striker Darren Bent could be fit for this Sunday's match against Liverpool.
Mar 29, 16:08
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert before his side's match against Reading on March 9, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'Aston Villa are not a dirty side'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert insists that his side are not over-physical, despite sitting bottom of the fair play table.
Mar 29, 14:56
Villa Park
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Liverpool.
Mar 29, 12:23
Stiliyan Petrov
Paul Lambert eyes Aston Villa coaching role for Stiliyan Petrov
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert reveals that Stiliyan Petrov will be offered a coaching role once he recovers from leukaemia.
Mar 29, 10:47
Stiliyan Petrov
Paul Lambert praises battling Stiliyan Petrov
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert praises Stiliyan Petrov as the club captain continues his recovery from acute leukaemia.
Mar 28, 21:15
Russell Martin celebrates after scoring his team's third goal on December 29, 2012
Aston Villa eye Russell Martin swoop?
Aston Villa are reportedly interested in a summer move for Norwich City defender Russell Martin.
Mar 28, 00:10
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Report: Paul Lambert won't allow Christian Benteke to leave Aston Villa
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert won't allow Christian Benteke to leave the club this summer to join Manchester City, according to a report.
Mar 26, 22:44
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