Fabian Delph
Fabian Delph: 'Yacouba Sylla ready to make impact'
Aston Villa midfielder Fabian Delph believes that new signing Yacouba Sylla is ready to start his first game for the club.
Feb 28, 13:00
Andreas Weimann
Aston Villa's Paul Lambert hopeful of holding onto Andreas Weimann
Paul Lambert is hopeful that Andreas Weimann will commit his future to Aston Villa following reports that he has rejected a new deal.
Feb 26, 10:46
Andreas Weimann celebrates a goal against Norwich on December 11, 2012
Report: Andreas Weimann turns down Aston Villa contract
Austrian striker Andreas Weimann turns down an improved contract offer from Aston Villa, according to a report.
Feb 26, 02:02
Villa forward Andreas Weimann celebrates his equaliser against Arsenal on February 23, 2013
Andreas Weimann confident of Aston Villa survival
Aston Villa youngster Andreas Weimann insists that his side remain confident of beating the drop this season despite losing late on at Arsenal last weekend.
Feb 25, 04:23
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger shouts from the touchline during the FA Cup 5th round against Blackburn Rovers on February 16, 2013
Arsene Wenger pleased with "deserved win"
Arsene Wenger believes that Arsenal deserved to secure a 2-1 win over Aston Villa thanks to a late winner from Santi Cazorla.
Feb 23, 17:47
Villa manager Paul Lambert reacts to his side going 1-0 down against Southampton on January 12, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'We didn't deserve to lose'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert feels that his team deserved a share of the spoils against Arsenal.
Feb 23, 17:38
Arsenal players congratulate Santi Cazorla after a goal against Aston Villa on February 23, 2013
Santi Cazorla brace downs Aston Villa
Two goals from Spanish attacker Santi Cazorla allow Arsenal to overcome Aston Villa by two goals to one.
Feb 23, 16:52
Thomas Vermaelen
Thomas Vermaelen "surprised" at Aston Villa struggles
Thomas Vermaelen says that he is "glad" to see Aston Villa chairman Randy Lerner giving Paul Lambert time to get things right.
Feb 23, 05:51
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'Arsene Wenger criticism is over the top'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that the criticism aimed at Arsene Wenger is "over the top".
Feb 22, 13:40
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Paul Lambert expects Christian Benteke to stay at Aston Villa
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that Christian Benteke will stay at the club if they remain in the Premier League.
Feb 22, 11:58
Ron Vlaar
Ron Vlaar: "We are improving"
Captain Ron Vlaar says that Aston Villa are improving in time for their battle against relegation.
Feb 18, 18:15
Villa boss Paul Lambert gestures from the touchline in the game with Spurs on Boxing Day 2012
Paul Lambert refuses to dwell
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert calls for focus as his side attempt to secure Premier League survival.
Feb 18, 16:17
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa
Christian Benteke plotting Aston Villa exit?
A report claims that Christian Benteke is planning to depart Aston Villa if they fail to survive in the Premier League.
Feb 18, 12:24
Brad Guzan
Brad Guzan backs Aston Villa strikers to fire
Brad Guzan backs Aston Villa's strikers to fire the club away from the relegation zone.
Feb 14, 16:14
Villa manager Paul Lambert reacts to his side going 1-0 down against Southampton on January 12, 2013
Paul Lambert hails "huge win" over West Ham United
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert describes his side's 2-1 victory over West Ham United as a "huge win".
Feb 10, 17:57
Christian Benteke is congratulated by team mate Simon Dawkins after scoring the opener against West Ham on February 10, 2013
Match Analysis: Aston Villa 2-1 West Ham United
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Aston Villa's 2-1 win over West Ham this afternoon, a match that saw the Villans move out of the relegation zone.
Feb 10, 16:01
Christian Benteke is congratulated by team mate Simon Dawkins after scoring the opener against West Ham on February 10, 2013
Aston Villa climb out of bottom three with win over West Ham United
Goals from Christian Benteke and Charles N'Zogbia earn Aston Villa their first Premier League win of 2013 that sees them climb out of the relegation zone.
Feb 10, 15:32
Christian Benteke celebrates his opener at Anfield on December 15, 2012
Manchester City weigh up Christian Benteke bid?
Manchester City have Christian Benteke on their radar and are ready to offer Aston Villa £20m for the striker this summer, according to a report.
Feb 10, 03:45
Ciaran Clark
Paul Lambert: 'Ciaran Clark should take Alan Hansen's advice'
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert feels that defender Ciaran Clark should listen to the advice of pundit Alan Hansen.
Feb 9, 15:03
Christian Benteke celebrates scoring the winner for Aston Villa on November 27, 2012
Sam Allardyce wary of Christian Benteke threat
West Ham United boss Sam Allardyce identifies Christian Benteke as the main threat for Aston Villa in their clash on Sunday.
Feb 9, 00:37
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert on the touchline on December 29, 2012
Preview:Aston Villa vs. West Ham United
Sports Mole previews this weekend's Premier League encounter between struggling Aston Villa and West Ham United.
Feb 8, 16:44
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Paul Lambert sets wins target
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that his side need "five or six wins" to secure their Premier League survival.
Feb 8, 14:23
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Paul Lambert expects Aston Villa to launch winning run
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert is confident that his side can go on a run of form in order to escape relegation.
Feb 4, 11:02
Villa manager Paul Lambert reacts to his side going 1-0 down against Southampton on January 12, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'We deserved to win'
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert claims that his side deserved to win their match against Everton this afternoon that ended in a 3-3 draw.
Feb 2, 19:02
Everton forward Victor Anichebe equalises against Aston Villa on February 2, 2013
Match Analysis: Everton 3-3 Aston Villa
Sports Mole takes a closer look at today's Premier League clash between Everton and Aston Villa.
Feb 2, 17:38
Everton boss David Moyes on the touchline at Newcastle on January 2, 2013
Live Commentary: Everton 3-3 Villa - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text commentary of Everton's clash with Aston Villa.
Feb 2, 14:00
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Paul Lambert: 'New signings will lift us'
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that his side's new signings can give the whole club a lift in their battle to avoid relegation.
Feb 2, 08:43
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Paul Lambert: "All that matters is winning"
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert says that he is more concerned with the points than the performance against Everton.
Feb 2, 03:43
Simon Dawkins on February 24, 2012
Yacouba Sylla, Simon Dawkins to feature at Everton
Yacouba Sylla and Simon Dawkins are poised to make their debuts for Aston Villa, having been included in Paul Lambert's provisional squad for Saturday's trip to Everton.
Feb 1, 13:33
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Paul Lambert pleased with Yacouba Sylla signing
Paul Lambert says that Aston Villa's new signing Yacouba Sylla has the physical strength to do well in the Premier League.
Feb 1, 02:25
Goodison Park
Preview:Everton vs. Aston Villa
Sports Mole looks ahead to Saturday's Premier League fixture between Everton and Aston Villa at Goodison Park.
Jan 31, 15:15
Villa boss Paul Lambert watches on against Swansea on January 1, 2013
Yacouba Sylla agrees Aston Villa move?
Reports suggest Yacouba Sylla could be heading to the Premier League as Aston Villa look to complete a deal for the Clermont midfielder before Thursday's transfer deadline.
Jan 31, 03:18
Alan Hutton and James McCarthy
Alan Hutton "very excited" by Real Mallorca move
Alan Hutton insists that he is excited to swap Aston Villa for Real Mallorca after completing a deal to join the La Liga basement boys yesterday.
Jan 30, 04:23
Darren Bent
Stoke City target Darren Bent?
Stoke City plan to replace Peter Crouch and Kenwyne Jones with Aston Villa striker Darren Bent, according to reports.
Jan 30, 04:10
Richard Dunne
Richard Dunne suffers injury setback
Aston Villa defender Richard Dunne aggravates the hip injury that has been keeping him on the sidelines since Euro 2012.
Jan 30, 01:09
Villa boss Paul Lambert gestures from the touchline in the game with Spurs on Boxing Day 2012
Paul Lambert defiant despite Newcastle United loss
Paul Lambert insists that Aston Villa will continue to fight after a fifth defeat in seven games, at home to Newcastle, sees them drop into the relegation zone.
Jan 29, 22:20
Newcastle's new signing Moussa Sissoko shields the ball from Barry Bannan of Aston Villa on January 29, 2013
Newcastle United claim victory at Aston Villa
Goals from Papiss Cisse and Yohan Cabaye help Newcastle United record a 2-1 victory at Aston Villa.
Jan 29, 21:37
Newcastle's new signing Moussa Sissoko shields the ball from Barry Bannan of Aston Villa on January 29, 2013
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 1-2 Newcastle United - as it happened
Read how Newcastle United came out on top for their first away win of the season against fellow Premier League strugglers Aston Villa.
Jan 29, 18:45
Villa manager Paul Lambert reacts to his side going 1-0 down against Southampton on January 12, 2013
Andy Gray 'fears' for Aston Villa safety
Andy Gray admits his fear that Aston Villa could face relegation from the Premier League this season.
Jan 29, 06:46
Villa manager Paul Lambert reacts to his side going 1-0 down against Southampton on January 12, 2013
Randy Lerner coy on Paul Lambert future
Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner hints that Paul Lambert still has his support but that action could be taken if the club's results do not improve.
Jan 28, 20:58
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