Sensational praise for Aston Villa star who's matched elite Man City ace

Two pundits have lavished praise on an Aston Villa star who has put himself on the same level as a top Man City performer.
TEAMTALK Apr 17

Chelsea go top of the Women's Super League with 3-0 win over Aston Villa - as Emma Hayes' side overtake Man City on goal difference with four games to go

Goals from Aggie Beever-Jones, Maika Hamano, and Kadeisha Buchanan ensured that Emma Hayes' side took all three points.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 17

Moussa Diaby reflects on his first Aston Villa season and outlines Ollie Watkins wish

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Moussa Diaby speaks to the media ahead of the Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg against Lille
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Chelsea player ratings vs Aston Villa: USWNT star Catarina Macario runs the show as Emma Hayes' Blues bounce back to move top of the WSL

USWNT star Catarina Macario was Chelsea's star performer as goals from Aggie Beever-Jones, Maika Hamano and Kadeisha Buchanan helped the Blues...
GOAL.COM Apr 17

WATCH: Kadeisha Buchanan's first ever Chelsea goal adds a third against Aston Villa! 3-0!

Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty ImagesUse your head All smiles from Buchanan as she puts the ball in the back of the net! #BarclaysWSL @ChelseaFCW...
WEAINTGOTNOHISTORY Apr 17

Unai Emery leaps to defence of Aston Villa's set-pieces after Lille boss Paulo Fonseca urges referee to 'pay attention' to dark arts in Europa Conference League second leg

Unai Emery has defended Aston Villa's tactics amid accusations of dark arts from Lille boss Paulo Fonseca. Fonseca urged Slovak referee Ivan...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 17

Bayern Munich 0-0 (2-2) Arsenal LIVE: Champions League quarter-final second leg underway as Gunners eye historic win

Follow all the action as Bayern Munich and Arsenal renew hostilities in their Champions League quarter-final second leg. The heavyweights played...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

WATCH: Maika Hamano's first ever Chelsea goal doubles the lead over Aston Villa! 2-0!

Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty ImagesAhead Every @ChelseaFCW player loved that goal Hamano with her first for the Blues!#BarclaysWSL...
WEAINTGOTNOHISTORY Apr 17

Aston Villa set to open contract talks with Douglas Luiz

Aston Villa could open concrete talks with Douglas Luiz about a new deal, with Champions League qualification likely to play a huge role The post...
THE HARD TACKLE Apr 17

Granit Xhaka smirks at question about messages from Arsenal fans after stopping Harry Kane win trophy

Granit Xhaka could not hide his smile after being asked a question on Arsenal fans' reaction to him helping stop Harry Kane winning the...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

Hibs blast season as SIMPLY UNACCEPTABLE as club reveal showdown Nick Montgomery talks and ‘full football review’

HIBERNIAN’s board has slammed the club’s league performance this season as simply UNACCEPTABLE – but assured Nick Montgomery he is safe in a job,...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Apr 17

Unai Emery: Aston Villa will continue to play 'basketball'

Unai Emery says Villa have no plans to change their set piece approach as the row over their “basketball” tactics rumbled on in France on Wednesday...
SHROPSHIRESTAR.COM Apr 17

WATCH: Aggie Beever-Jones volley to open the scoring for Chelsea against Aston Villa! 1-0!

Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty ImagesBurying it A clever finish from Beever-Jones after a beautiful team move from @ChelseaFCW #BarclaysWSL...
WEAINTGOTNOHISTORY Apr 17

Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard START for Arsenal in crunch Champions League clash against Bayern Munich despite initial fitness concerns - with Takehiro Tomiyasu in at left-back

The star pair were potential injury doubts after Saka limped around during the 2-0 defeat by Aston Villa while Odegaard had to come off.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 17

Young defender is ready to take revenge against Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins

Lille boss Paulo Fonseca believes youngster Leny Yoro has learned from his mistake in the first-leg and it ready for revenge in the next game....
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 17

Arsenal WAGs land in Munich as fans unveil hilarious Ben White banner

Arsenal WAGs are in Munich while fans have unveiled a new banner (Picture: Instagram/Reddit)The wives and girlfriends of several Arsenal stars have...
METRO.CO.UK Apr 17

Unai Emery’s transfer hint could see Aston Villa negotiate for signing at lower than clause

Unai Emery may have hinted he's ready to give Nicolo Zaniolo his second shot at life at Aston Villa, after praising him over the weekend. That's at...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 17

Big night for Catarina Macario! USWNT star makes first Chelsea start against Aston Villa, who bench Alisha Lehmann - but Lauren James misses out altogether

United States women's national team star Catarina Macario got her first Chelsea start on Wednesday but England's Lauren James was not in the squad.
GOAL.COM Apr 17

Unai Emery gives 'completely wrong' Aston Villa answer as Emi Martinez relishes wrath of 47,000

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery speaks to the media out in France ahead of Europa Conference League quarter-final against Lille
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Bayern Munich v Arsenal: Champions League quarter-final, second leg – live

Champions League updates from the Emirates, kick-off 8pm BST Get in touch with Scott | Live scoreboard – Wednesday's latest Arsenal are 90...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 17

Player ready to take ‘revenge’ against Ollie Watkins – Insistence he’s learned from Aston Villa mistakes

Lille youngster Leny Yoro has learned his lessons from the first-leg clash with Aston Villa and is ready for ‘revenge' against Ollie Watkins....
SPORT WITNESS Apr 17

Bayern Munich vs Arsenal LIVE: Gunners desperate for historic Champions League night as Kane chases Messi record

Follow all the action as Bayern Munich and Arsenal renew hostilities in their Champions League quarter-final second leg this evening. The...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

Coefficient race explained: What Aston Villa & Tottenham need for fifth place to get CL qualification | TEAMtalk

We've put together a quick explainer of what it all means and the state of play heading into the final weeks of the campaign.
TEAMTALK Apr 17

Arsenal hold Ollie Watkins transfer advantage after striker's admission

Arsenal have been urged to sign Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins after he scored a sublime goal to seal a 2-0 win for his side at the Emirates...
FOOTBALL LONDON Apr 17

Brilliant 19-goal Striker ‘would improve’ Arsenal side – ‘is only going to get Better’ Arteta told

Michael Owen has claimed that Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins would improve... The post Brilliant 19-goal Striker ‘would improve’ Arsenal side –...
ICFOOTBALLNEWS Apr 17

Aston Villa suffer injury blow ahead of Lille clash as Unai Emery delivers team news update

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery gives a team news update ahead of Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg against Lille
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Chelsea vs. Aston Villa, Women's Super League: Confirmed lineups; how to watch

Photo by Simon Marper/PA Images via Getty ImagesWithin reach With domestic cup titles out of reach, Chelsea Women can only lift silverware in...
WEAINTGOTNOHISTORY Apr 17

Chelsea v Aston Villa: Women's Super League – live

WSL updates from the 7pm BST kick-off at Kingsmeadow Get in touch with Sarah | Live scoreboard: Wednesday's latest Hello and welcome back to our...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 17

Arsenal vs. Bayern Munich: rubber, meet road

Photo by Sebastian Widmann - UEFA/UEFA via Getty ImagesThe Gunners face a tough test in Germany. Arsenal travel to Bayern Munich for the second leg...
THE SHORT FUSE Apr 17

Lille vs Aston Villa Prediction and Preview

With Unai Emery's side holding a 2-1 lead from the first leg, we look ahead to this Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg with our...
THEANALYST.COM Apr 17

Bayern Munich vs Arsenal – Champions League quarter-final: Wounded Gunners face mammoth second leg – team news

ARSENAL will be licking their wounds after recently suffering a crucial blow in their domestic title pursuit – but a Champions League win over...
THE SUN Apr 17

Man City vs Real Madrid – Champions League quarter-final: European giants resume their last-8 thriller – team news

MANCHESTER CITY and Real Madrid resume their mouthwatering Champions League quarter-final tie TONIGHT – and it could go either way. The first leg...
THE SUN Apr 17

Troy Deeney responds to Ollie Watkins' social media jibe after Arsenal match-winner... and reveals which England forward will be 'looking nervously over his shoulder' amid Aston Villa star's rampant form

Watkins scored a sublime second in Aston Villa's 2-0 win at Arsenal at the weekend, and notably took to social media to post: 'Not bad for a winger...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 17

Aston Villa's Unai Emery worries eased after Barcelona and Bayern Munich decisions

The latest Aston Villa news as there have been some reports this week over potential interest in manager Unai Emery due to his work at Villa Park
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Coefficient race explained: What Aston Villa & Tottenham need for fifth place to get CL qualification

Confused? Don't worry. We've got you. The post Coefficient race explained: What Aston Villa & Tottenham need for fifth place to get CL...
PLANETFOOTBALL.COM Apr 17

Exclusive: Aston Villa to open talks soon over extension for star man

Aston Villa are ready to open talks with Arsenal and Man City target Douglas Luiz over a new contract this summer, sources have told...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM Apr 17

Legendary ex-Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger picks out result that could cost the Gunners the Premier League title... and it's NOT their home defeat by Aston Villa

Mikel Arteta's men relinquished top spot over the weekend after losing 2-0 at home to Aston Villa , with late goals from Leon Bailey and Ollie...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 17

Emma Hayes speaks out on potential Lionesses rift after Lauren James unfollows England teammates on Instagram

Chelsea Women’s manager Emma Hayes has addressed claims of a divide in the Lionesses camp amid Lauren James’ latest social media activity. After...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

‘I’m a big fan’ – Steve Bruce picks ‘great lad’ he managed that must ‘be on the plane' to Euro 2024

STEVE BRUCE insists Jack Grealish must be on the plane for England's adventure at Euro 2024, insisting the Manchester City star is a “great...
THE SUN Apr 17

‘I’m a big fan’ – Steve Bruce picks ‘great lad’ he managed that must ‘be on the plane’ to Euro 2024

STEVE BRUCE insists Jack Grealish must be on the plane for England’s adventure at Euro 2024, insisting the Manchester City star is a “great...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Apr 17

Aston Villa And Manchester United Sent Scouting Missions To Check Wing-back

Aston Villa and Manchester United have been regularly scouting Torino wing-back Raoul Bellanova ahead of the summer window. The post Aston Villa...
INSIDEFUTBOL.COM Apr 17

Granit Xhaka sends message to Arsenal after winning title

Granit Xhaka is hoping Arsenal can follow his example and win the league this season, despite Sunday's defeat to Aston Villa.
DAILYCANNON Apr 17

LOSC Lille vs Aston Villa: Preview and Prediction

Aston Villa will aim to book their spot in the semi-finals of the UEFA Europa Conference League when they head to Stade Pierre-Mauroy for the...
THE HARD TACKLE Apr 17

What results Man Utd, Newcastle and Spurs need for fifth Champions League spot

Premier League clubs need to watch what Arsenal, Man City, Liverpool, West Ham and Aston Villa get up to in Europe very closely
INEWS.CO.UK Apr 17

Paulo Fonseca reveals Lille injury blow ahead of Aston Villa clash as Arsenal warning fired

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Lille boss Paulo Fonseca previews the Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Arsenal transfers: Arteta advised to sign 'Thierry Henry like' Prem striker ahead of Gyokeres, Osimhen

Arsenal are being told to focus their efforts on signing Ollie Watkins this summer, amid claims Aston Villa may be forced to cash in on the...
TEAMTALK Apr 17

Lille v Aston Villa: ‘Big blow’ as winger out of Conference League game due to ankle injury

Lille fans today received some bad news ahead of the Conference League clash against Aston Villa. Manager Paulo Fonseca has now revealed that...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 17

Aston Villa Target Denzel Dumfries Has Move Preference

Aston Villa target Denzel Dumfries is only interested in joining one of the bigwigs of the Premier League in the summer window. The post Aston...
INSIDEFUTBOL.COM Apr 17

Chelsea ahead of Arsenal, Man Utd, Spurs, and Villa in one key stat this season

Chelsea are now ahead of Aston Villa, Arsenal, Brighton, Tottenham, and Manchester United in one key attacking stat in the Premier League this season.
CHELSEA-NEWS.CO Apr 17

Jonathan David Q&A: Every word he said about 'excellent' Aston Villa, Arsenal victory and Lille plan

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Jonathan David previews Lille's Europa Conference League quarter-final clash
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Aston Villa player ‘can be mentioned in same breath' as Kevin De Bruyne – And it's down to Unai Emery

Last summer, Youri Tielemans joined Aston Villa on a free transfer and had initially found it difficult to become a regular under Unai Emery. The...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 17

Arsenal face Barcelona competition for Douglas Luiz

Arsenal are keen on having 25-year-old Aston Villa mainstay Douglas Luiz in their ranks amidst interest from Barcelona. The post Arsenal face...
THE HARD TACKLE Apr 17

Cole Palmer enjoys a perfect evening, Alexander Isak punished 'Rolls Royce' Micky van de Ven, and Ollie Watkins could fire Aston Villa into the Champions League... but who takes top spot in our POWER RANKINGS?

The Premier League was dealt it's first big end-of-season change at the top of the table as Manchester City claimed a vital victory to establish a...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE Apr 17

“It’s no secret” – Arsenal have “connections” with PL star amid search for signing up front, expert reveals

Arsenal have good connections with Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins through his representatives, according to Charles Watts, but a move is not...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 17

How Arsenal beating Bayern Munich in Champions League helps Tottenham’s quest for European glory

Tottenham’s quest to secure Champions League football could depend on the success of rivals Arsenal. While Spurs fans will be desperate for Mikel...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

‘We have to pick ourselves up and go again’ – Chelsea boss Hayes previews Aston Villa fixture

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes says that her side must pick themselves up and go again The post ‘We have to pick ourselves up and go again’ – Chelsea...
FAWSL FULL-TIME Apr 17

Title-winner admits Aston Villa and Tottenham wanted him, injury ruined 'dream' £12m move

And ill-timed injury, only a couple of weeks before the transfer window opens, can scupper a star’s hopes of making a big-money move. You...
HITC Apr 17

Arsenal and Liverpool among teams facing crucial double gameweek in Premier League run-in – fixture dates, kick-off times and talkSPORT commentary

The 2023/24 Premier League season is rapidly approaching its conclusion, and the upcoming double gameweek is huge for sides at both ends of the...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

Annoyance with Aston Villa player – Wages go against ‘common morals’ and without something ‘unthinkable’ he’s been useless

As disastrous transfers go, Leander Dendoncker's move from Aston Villa to Napoli in January must be up there. Pretty much everyone at the Italian...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 17

Win, lose or draw in Munich, Arsenal must show pride and strength of character

There’s zero disgrace if you can’t win at the Allianz Arena. Having been away for 6 years, this young squad shouldn’t be expected to lift the...
JUSTARSENAL.COM Apr 17

Mikel Arteta has trump card that could help Arsenal seal Ollie Watkins transfer

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal are already being urged to sign Aston Villa star Ollie Watkins months before the summer transfer window and the Gunners...
MIRROR Apr 17

Watch former Premier League star, 39, score dramatic winner with first goal for relegation-threatened League One club

FORMER Premier League star Curtis Davies scored his first goal for Cheltenham Town on Tuesday to keep the club’s survival hopes alive. The Robins...
THE SUN Apr 17

Ollie Watkins is a real contender to be Premier League player of the season

He has scored 19 goals and laid on 10 assists in the league – the best return for an Aston Villa striker in more than 40 years By Ben McAleer for...
THE GUARDIAN Apr 17

£38m title winner spotted wearing Aston Villa shirt

One of Europe’s highly regarded players has been spotted wearing the Aston Villa shirt. Unai Emery’s Aston Villa are flying this season and their...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 17

'No problems for us': Agent won't rule out £110k-a-week ace leaving Arsenal for two clubs

Talk about an uncharacteristic error. As Arsenal found themselves 1-0 down at home to Aston Villa on a Sunday of shocks in the Premier...
HITC Apr 17

Juventus Not Chasing Aston Villa Star

Juventus are not considering signing Aston Villa attacking midfielder Nicolo Zaniolo in the summer transfer window. The post Juventus Not Chasing...
INSIDEFUTBOL.COM Apr 17

Premier League no longer favourites for fifth spot in Champions League with Tottenham now desperate for Arsenal to win

THE PREMIER LEAGUE is in real danger of “losing” its fifth slot in next season's expanded Champions League. And that's why Tottenham fans should be...
THE SUN Apr 17

Arsenal ready to rival Barcelona for transfer of Premier League star with 20 G/A

Arsenal are reportedly ready to try again for the transfer of Aston Villa midfielder Douglas Luiz this summer after several failed attempts to sign...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 17

Aston Villa fans left dreaming of unlikely Jeremie Frimpong transfer after social media video

Bundesliga champion Jeremie Frimpong has got Aston Villa fans dreaming of the unthinkable this summer. The flying full-back has proved instrumental...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

Bayern Munich's alternatives if Julian Nagelsmann rejects offer

Photo by Stefan Brauer/DeFodi Images via Getty ImagesCould Nagelsmann bail on Bayern? Bayern Munich seems to have set its eyes on Julian Nagelsmann...
BAVARIAN FOOTBALL WORKS Apr 17

How Arsenal should set up tactically to triumph over Bayern Munich tonight

How do we beat Bayern in Munich? Arsenal are set to face Bayern Munich in the second leg of the quarter-finals this week, and face a huge challenge...
JUSTARSENAL.COM Apr 17

Aston Villa have 'nine-point incentive' over Tottenham as major top four advantage revealed

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery's side target a top four finish after beating title chasers Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium last...
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Alisha Lehmann reflects on 'amazing' Brazil Football Foundation event she attended with boyfriend and fellow Aston Villa star Douglas Luiz

Aston Villa stars Alisha Lehmann and Douglas Luiz attended a Brazilian charity event in London, which she described as "amazing".
GOAL.COM Apr 17

Newcastle United youngsters join Aston Villa & West Ham in post-season tournament

Newcastle United will be represented in the annual Hong Kong Soccer Sevens tournament once again next month.
SHIELDS GAZETTE Apr 17

‘That’s all we do’ – Ange Postecoglou left baffled by Eric Dier’s assessment of Tottenham training

Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou has dismissed Eric Dier’s claim that he ‘doesn’t do any tactical work’ in training. The England international spent...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

Plotting out Aston Villa's route to Champions League qualification

The latest Claret & Blue podcast analyses both Aston Villa's and Tottenham's remaining Premier League fixtures ahead of the race to finish in the...
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Forget Aston Villa – Let’s look at how far Arsenal have come as Arteta searches for the perfect tactic

Ah, what a disappointment against Aston Villa at the weekend. Understandably, everyone is borderline suicidal, as is the melodramatic way fans...
JUSTARSENAL.COM Apr 17

Jadon Sancho is second Man Utd star to reach Champions League semi-final post-Ferguson after being banished by Ten Hag

JADON SANCHO has reached the Champions League semi-finals just months after being banished by Erik ten Hag. The Manchester United winger is...
THE SCOTTISH SUN Apr 17

Phil Bater cap presentation

In two spells with Rovers Phil Bater appeared in 310 league games following his league debut, against Aston Villa, on 14th September 1974. He...
BRISTOL ROVER SUPPORTERS CLUB Apr 17

talkSPORT betting tips – Best football bets and expert advice for Wednesday 17 April

The Champions League quarter finals draw to close on Wednesday with the second legs between Bayern Munich and Arsenal (at the Allianz Arena) and...
TALKSPORT Apr 17

Arsene Wenger risks wrath of Ollie Watkins with two-word Aston Villa remark

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Arsene Wenger delivers his verdict on the victory over Arsenal
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Aston Villa need to join big boys with CL football to attract defender – Have made contact and can swing player's decision

Last week, Calciomercato reported Aston Villa have made contact with Denzel Dumfries's entourage over a potential move in the summer. On Tuesday,...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 17

‘We’re hearing’: Fabrizio Romano weighs in on Unai Emery links to Liverpool

Unai Emery’s impressive job at Aston Villa is understandably earning him both plaudits and links to bigger jobs in football. Not many jobs come...
EMPIREOFTHEKOP.COM Apr 17

Exclusive: Fabrizio Romano confirms “interest” in Unai Emery amid talk of Liverpool job

Transfer news expert Fabrizio Romano has weighed in on the discussion over Unai Emery’s future after doing a hugely impressive job at Aston Villa...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 17

Aston Villa starting XI vs Lille predicted as Bailey returns and Emery handed injury boosts

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery prepares for the Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg at Lille
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Billionaire businessman joins Aston Villa board

The chief executive of a US investment firm has joined Villa's board of directors days after buying a stake in the club's ownership group.
EXPRESS AND STAR Apr 17

Prediction: Lille vs Aston Villa

Prediction: Match to end in 1-1 draw Best Odds: 6/1 Bookmaker: Zetbet Lille and Aston Villa will lock horns with each other in the UEFA Europa...
SOCCERNEWS.COM Apr 17

Exclusive: Trossard believes Arsenal can 'come back even stronger'

"There will be plenty of scrutiny on Arsenal when they face Bayern Munich in their UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg at the Allianz...
EUROSPORT.CO.UK Apr 17

Five Aston Villa players could miss Europa Conference League semi-final if they beat Lille

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery prepares for the Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg against Lille
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 17

Arsene Wenger tells Mikel Arteta where Arsenal went wrong in turning point in title race

Arsenal have fallen two points behind Manchester City in the Premier League following a defeat to Aston Villa, with their hopes of winning the...
MIRROR Apr 17
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