Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on November 8, 2020
Dean Smith hails "great maturity" in Aston Villa squad
Dean Smith celebrated his 100th game in charge of Villa with a 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace on Boxing Day.
Dec 27, 14:01
 Tammy Abraham celebrates scoring for Chelsea against West Ham United in the Premier League on December 21, 2020
Preview:Chelsea vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League clash between Chelsea and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 26, 20:11
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on November 8, 2020
Dean Smith lauds "outstanding" Ollie Watkins after Palace victory
Ollie Watkins was involved in all of the goals as Villa won 3-0 despite losing Tyrone Mings to a red card before half-time.
Dec 26, 19:07
 Jorginho in action for Chelsea on July 22, 2020
Chelsea to offload seven players to fund two signings?
Chelsea reportedly list seven players for transfer as they attempt to fund moves for Declan Rice and Erling Braut Haaland in 2021.
Dec 26, 18:09
 Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Team News: Ross Barkley in line for Aston Villa return against Crystal Palace
Ross Barkley should be available to face Palace on Boxing Day.
Dec 24, 14:41
 Aston Villa's Anwar El Ghazi celebrates scoring against West Bromwich Albion in the Premier League on December 20, 2020
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Crystal Palace - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Crystal Palace, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 23, 11:22
 Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith insists Ross Barkley must fight for his place
Ross Barkley has missed four games after suffering a hamstring injury last month.
Dec 22, 22:48
 Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Ross Barkley in line for Aston Villa return on Boxing Day
The midfielder was forced off in the 2-1 defeat to Brighton in November.
Dec 22, 12:22
 West Bromwich Albion's Matheus Pereira celebrates scoring their second goal on November 27, 2019
Team News: Sam Allardyce without Matheus Pereira for first match in charge of West Brom
The Brazilian winger completes a three-match ban.
Dec 18, 11:52
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on November 8, 2020
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between West Bromwich Albion and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 18, 11:45
 Douglas Luiz in action for Aston Villa on June 21, 2020
Dean Smith looking to tie Luiz and Konsa down to new Aston Villa deals
Manchester City inserted a buy-back clause when they sold Douglas Luiz to Villa.
Dec 15, 22:50
 Anwar El Ghazi celebrates scoring for Aston Villa against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the Premier League on December 12, 2020
Dean Smith hopes Anwar El Ghazi's confidence is boosted by Wolves winner
Anwar El Ghazi scored a last-minute penalty after coming off the bench.
Dec 15, 14:04
 Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Team News: Aston Villa's Ross Barkley unavailable for Wolves trip
Raul Jimenez returned to watch his teammates train this week after surgery.
Dec 11, 14:52
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on November 8, 2020
Dean Smith hopes Aston Villa can replicate Leicester and Wolves' success
Villa play Wanderers on Saturday.
Dec 11, 13:29
 Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Aston Villa will not have Ross Barkley available against Wolverhampton Wanderers
It is hoped the 27-year-old will return next week against either Burnley or West Brom.
Dec 10, 13:51
 Aston Villa's Ross Barkley celebrates scoring against Leicester City in the Premier League on October 18, 2020
Preview:Wolverhampton Wanderers vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Premier League clash between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Dec 10, 10:22
 Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Jack Grealish, Ross Barkley escape punishment over coronavirus breaches
The midfield duo travelled to London for Ross Barkley's birthday.
Dec 9, 23:21
 Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Dean Smith provides positive update on Ross Barkley injury
Ross Barkley joined Villa on a season-long loan from Chelsea.
Nov 28, 12:58
 West Ham United manager David Moyes celebrates in October 2020
Preview:West Ham United vs. Aston Villa - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's Premier League clash between West Ham United and Aston Villa, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Nov 28, 11:45
 Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson pictured on November 4, 2020
Monday's papers: Dean Henderson, Christian Eriksen, Eric Garcia
Moves in and out of Old Trafford lead the Monday papers.
Nov 23, 08:29
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on November 8, 2020
Dean Smith furious after Villa denied late penalty in Brighton loss
The Villa boss says: "I don't know what a penalty is now."
Nov 21, 18:55
 Brighton & Hove Albion's Danny Welbeck celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates against Aston Villa on November 21, 2020
Danny Welbeck scores first Brighton goal in controversial win over Aston Villa
The former Manchester United and Arsenal striker scored his first goal for the Seagulls.
Nov 21, 17:21
 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
 Ross Barkley in action for Aston Villa on November 8, 2020
Frank Lampard 'views Ross Barkley as part of Chelsea future'
Chelsea manager Frank Lampard assures Ross Barkley that he has a future at the club, according to a report.
Nov 14, 09:56
 Patrick Bamford scores a disallowed goal for Leeds against Crystal Palace in the Premier League on November 7, 2020
The weekend's VAR incidents: Patrick Bamford's offside arm and handball debates
The Leeds striker had a goal ruled out after VAR ruled he was offside.
Nov 9, 14:27
 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
 Ross Barkley pictured for Aston Villa in October 2020
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith hails Ross Barkley's "tremendous" attitude
The on-loan midfielder has scored in Villa's victories against Liverpool and Leicester.
Oct 31, 09:50
 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
 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
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on September 24, 2020
Dean Smith: 'We are not getting carried away by strong start'
Aston Villa have won their opening four Premier League games.
Oct 21, 12:23
 Aston Villa's Ross Barkley celebrates scoring against Leicester City in the Premier League on October 18, 2020
Preview:Aston Villa vs. Leeds United - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday night's Premier League clash between Aston Villa and Leeds United, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Oct 21, 11:58
 Leicester City's Dennis Praet celebrates scoring against Burnley in the Premier League on September 20, 2020
Preview:Leicester City vs. Zorya Luhansk - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's Europa League clash between Leicester City and Zorya Luhansk, including team news and predicted lineups.
Oct 20, 11:55
 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
I told Ross Barkley that Villa loan would earn him place at Euros - Dean Smith
Ross Barkley has scored in his first two matches for Villa.
Oct 19, 09:00
 Aston Villa manager Dean Smith pictured on September 24, 2020
Dean Smith urges Aston Villa not to get carried away with 100% record
Villa's win extended the only 100 per cent record in Europe's top five leagues.
Oct 18, 21:24
 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 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 admits Liverpool 'lost the plot' in 7-2 Aston Villa defeat
It was the first match in which a Jurgen Klopp team had conceded seven goals in his managerial career.
Oct 5, 05:45
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