Villa News
Aston Villa news from My Old Man Said — independent coverage of the stories that matter, without the spin or clickbait. From transfer updates and match reaction to club news and the bigger picture, this is where the MOMS news coverage lives. Villa News is also a regular segment on the My Old Man Said podcast, bringing the same independent perspective to audio.
Joao Gomes in Race to Be Fit for Spurs as Villa Assess Injury Concern
Joao Gomes to be Assessed by VillaJoao Gomes missed the last three Premier League games through suspension, and now Aston Villa are sweating on his fitness ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash with Tottenham, with Unai Emery confirming the midfielder has a calf issue and will be assessed over the next couple of days before a decision is made on his availability."Joao Gomes needs...
Ian Maatsen’s Ankle Injury Less Severe Than Emery First Feared
Villa Receive Maatsen Scan Results"The information I have, an ankle injury, it may be a long, long time," Unai Emery said of Ian Maatsen's injury situation after Villa's 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest.The reality of the injury fortunately turned out less bleak than that. The Athletic reports that Saturday evening scans on the left-back's right ankle came back clear of any fracture, and while...
Emery Drops Biggest Hint Yet on Manzambi’s First Villa Involvement
Is Johan Manzambi Set for his Debut Against Forest?Johan Manzambi could finally be in line for his first Aston Villa appearance this weekend, with...
Aston Villa’s Christmas Fixtures Confirmed, a Positive Step for Fans
Aston Villa's Christmas Fixtures AnnouncedAston Villa's Premier League fixtures over the festive period have been confirmed, with Unai Emery's side facing four games inside...
Villa’s Trip to Barcelona Forces Premier League Date Change
Aston Villa vs Fulham is Brought ForwardAston Villa's Premier League home fixture against Fulham has been moved back to Saturday 31 October, kicking off...
Aston Villa Champions League 2026/27 League Phase Fixtures
Aston Villa Champions League Fixture DatesAston Villa have discovered their eight opponents for the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League league phase. Unai Emery's side will...
Ollie Watkins Absence Heats Up and Overshadows Villa’s Brutal Defeat
Ollie Watkins Situation Causes Bad Blood and WoeAston Villa's season could hardly have started worse. Beaten 4-0 by Brighton & Hove Albion at the...
Villa Risk Losing Three of Their Top Five Players According to EA Sports
The Exodus of Villa's Top FC 27 PlayersYesterday, EA SPORTS revealed the latest FC 27 Premier League player ratings for Aston Villa, offering fans...
Aston Villa’s October Fixtures Rearranged for TV
Aston Villa's Three October Fixture ChangesThree of Aston Villa's Premier League fixtures in October have been moved from their original scheduling for live television...
Emi Martínez Left in Limbo as Juventus Turn to Vicario
Martinez to Juventus Talks Off - What's Next?Emiliano Martínez will not be joining Juventus this summer. That's the third time MOMS has heard that...
Aston Villa Season Start Compromised by Further Injuries
Villa Not in Ideal Shape Ahead of Season OpenerIt's been a rough old summer in terms of Aston Villa's injury list. Wednesday night's Super...
Aston Villa Announce Members Premier League Ticket on-sale Dates
Aston Villa Ticket on-sale Dates 2026/27As you'll be more than aware now, there's a shortage of tickets next season for the three-stand Villa Park....
Five Reasons to Be Cheerful as Villans as Super Cup Nears
Five Reasons to be Cheerful: Kamara Returns and moreAfter a flurry of incomings and outgoings, the transfer merry-go-round has slowed at Villa Park, with...
Aston Villa Get Super Cup Boost, With Brian Madjo Cleared to Play
Aston Villa Win Brian Madjo AppealAston Villa have won their Court of Arbitration for Sport appeal over the registration of Brian Madjo, clearing the...