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.
Leaving Forward Gives Clue to Aston Villa’s Wage Issue
The Maths of Louie Barry Leaving Villa on a PermanentVilla have sold Louie Barry to Sheffield Wednesday to get his wages off the books. That a player who managed one senior game in a cup game was earning as much as he was is a concerning story, and it isn't UEFA's fault...Aston Villa have sold Louie Barry to Sheffield Wednesday on a four-year deal....
Aston Villa Add FC Porto Friendly to Pre-Season Schedule
Aston Villa Confirm FC Porto FriendlyA short-notice trip to the Estádio do Dragão on 25 July slots between two dates at Walsall's Bescot Stadium.Aston Villa have added a friendly away at FC Porto to their pre-season schedule, confirmed by the club at short notice.The game will be played at the Estádio do Dragão on Saturday 25 July, kicking off at 7pm. It lands, neatly...
Aston Villa Receive Friday Night January Fixture Change
Aston Villa vs Leeds United SwitchedAfter having their away trip to Tottenham Hotspur switched to a New Year's Day Sky Sport slot, Aston Villa's...
Aston Villa Firm up Another Mid-Season Friendly
Aston Villa v VillarrealAs MOMS reported a couple of months ago, Aston Villa were planning on arranging a series of mid-season friendlies while the...
Aston Villa’s Christmas Holiday Fixture Changes Announced
The new dates and times have been announced for Aston Villa's first matches back after the World Cup has finished.Villa's first game...
Aston Villa Appoint a Head Coach to Rekindle Their Ambition
Aston Villa Appoint Unai EmeryAston Villa have confirmed the appointment of Unai Emery from Villarreal as the club’s new Head Coach. It's been reported...
Douglas Luiz Escapes Suspension to Potentially Prompt Midfield Reshuffle
Douglas Luiz Escapes Three-Game SuspensionIt'll be of small conciliation to Steven Gerrard, that the incident of Douglas Luiz's sending off against Fulham, that was...
Aston Villa Sack Steven Gerrard, as Relegation Threat Stiffens
Steven Gerrard FiredAfter a poor 3-0 loss to Fulham at Craven Cottage, that rubber-stamped Aston Villa as legitimate relegation candidates, Steven Gerrard was relieved...
Villa Injury Concerns Ahead of Key Game Against Nottingham Forest
Steven Gerrard's Injury Update Ahead of ForestFollowing a frustrating goalless draw at Elland Road at the weekend, Steven Gerrard shed some light on the...
Aston Villa Away Tickets for Manchester United Clash Heading Towards General Sale
United Away Cup Tickets AvailabilityAston Villa know a thing a two about playing Manchester United in cup games over recent years, drawing the Red...
Aston Villa’s Injury List Grows, but Why it’s Not Currently a Big Concern
Aston Villa's Injury List GrowsAfter injuries played a big part in compromising Dean Smith in Aston Villa's start to last season, Steven Gerrard is...
Another Aston Villa Game Added to the Sky Sports Slate
Manchester United vs Aston Villa SelectedAston Villa’s League Cup Third Round tie at Old Trafford to face Manchester United has been selected for live...
Two Aston Villa Fixture Dates Change in November
Two Aston Villa Fixtures Pushed BackAston Villa's two fixtures immediately before the World Cup break in November have both been changed from their original...
Aston Villa’s Friday Evening Saints Clash Given Green Light
Villa vs Saints is onAfter the EFL and FA declared their fixtures would be played this weekend, the Premier League have finally issued their...