Champions League
Aston Villa are back in the Champions League — the biggest stage in club football, and a competition with a special place in Villa’s history. European Cup winners in 1982, and now returning to the continent’s elite. My Old Man Said covers every match, result and moment worth remembering — current campaign and historic nights alike — with the supporter’s perspective at the centre.
Aston Villa Champions League 2026/27: Key Dates and Potential Opponents
Key Champions League Dates for Aston Villa in 2026/27Aston Villa's return to the UEFA Champions League will be Villa's second appearance in the competition in three seasons, while also marking Unai Emery's fourth successive season guiding the club into European competition.Having secured Champions League qualification through both a fourth-place Premier League finish and by lifting the Europa League trophy, Villa will enter the 35th...
A Champions League Final Finally Relevant to Villa Fans
The Super Cup Semi-finalIt's been a while since the Champions League final has had any direct connection or relevance to Aston Villa. Probably 44 years to be exact. But Villans will be casting an eagle eye on Saturday night's final between PSG and Arsenal to find out who they will play in Villa's next European fixture.The Champions League final in Budapest has been billed...
The Hidden Financial Story Behind Aston Villa’s Greatest Modern Day Season
Aston Villa's Record Financial Progress of the Past Two YearsEuropa League winners. Fourth in the Premier League. The numbers behind one of the most...
Aston Villa’s Best Possible Istanbul Preparation as Watkins Fires Up and Champions League is Confirmed
Perfect Preparation for IstanbulWhen Aston Villa beat Liverpool 4-2 at Villa Park last Friday evening, it both sealed Champions League qualification through the league...
Aston Villa Must Shake PSR Victim Tag and Roar Back on the Pitch
The Good, Bad and Ugly of Villa's Season OpenerThe first day of the season is traditionally the time when every fan up and down...
Aston Villa’s Fastest Players from their Champions League Campaign
Aston Villa's Fastest PlayersAston Villa's Champions League dream may be over for now, but referring back to Villa's decent return to Europe's top club...
Villa’s Greatest Night…That Wasn’t – PSG, Pride & What Comes Next
Unpacking the Dramatic PSG Night at Villa ParkWhat a night. What a performance. What a heartbreak.Aston Villa are out of the Champions League, but...
Nothing to Lose – Villa’s Do-or-Die Night Against PSG
Nothing to Lose – Villa’s Do-or-Die Night Against PSGWith Villa Park set for a blockbuster European night, Aston Villa stare down the biggest challenge...