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...
How to Save Money on the New Aston Villa Away Shirt
Aston Villa Away Shirt 2020/21Aston Villa's away kit for the 2020/21 season will be a return to the all-black away design that has appeared...
Brewster’s Link to Aston Villa Has a Logic Where Wesley is Concerned
Rumoured Aston Villa Striker LoanOne of the less hyped Aston Villa transfer rumour links this week was Aston Villa's name being mentioned in a...
A Chance for Aston Villa’s Young Lions to Prove Themselves and Friendly Fixture Wait
The introduction of Premier League Under-21teams into the rebranded EFL Trophy during the 2016/17 season was a controversial one. Traditionally the tournament had given...
Aston Villa Make Potentially One of Their Most Pivotal Signings of the Window
If you were to pick anybody for Dean Smith to solidify his coaching staff in a practical fashion for a second Premier League campaign,...
How to Get a Discount on the New Aston Villa Home Kit 2020/21 Season
Aston Villa Home Shirt 2020/21Aston Villa's survival effort last weekend made sure that the Premier League badges would stay on the new Aston Villa...
What Aston Villa Will be Playing With Now They’re Still a Premier League Team
Nike Flight Premier League Skills BallWhen Nike put out their announcement earlier in the month about their new ball that would grace the Premier...
Aston Villa’s Players Seek to Break Bad Habits to Earn Survival Chance
Aston Villa vs Arsenal Match PreviewA heartbreaking draw against Everton has resulted in Villa’s penultimate game of the season being more important than ever....
Aston Villa Face ‘Do or Die’ Drama in a Game That May Lay Unlikely Foundations
By Dean GregoryEverton vs Aston VillaA solid performance against Crystal Palace last time out means that Villa still has a lifeline to cling on...
When Will the 2020/21 Transfer Window Close?
When Will the 2020/21 Football Season Start?First things first, due to the Covid-19 virus, the delayed commencement of the 2020/21 football season is expected...
Aston Villa Cazoo Deal Timely as Report Threatens End of Gambling Football Shirt Sponsorship
Aston Villa Cazoo Deal TimingAston Villa's announcement of their new sponsorship deal with online car rental company Cazoo, coincided this week with an announcement...
Aston Villa’s Relegation Battle is Sky TV’s Focus – Full Fixture List
Aston Villa on Sky SportsAnother three of Aston Villa's fixtures were announced for Sky TV coverage this week, suggesting that with the Premier League...
Pre-recorded Chants and Artificial Support Represent a Rebuke to Match-going Fans Who Need a Voice
Stage 5As MOMS recently discussed on the latest episode of the podcast entitled 'The Road Ahead for Villa Fans Returning to Stadiums' (see below)...