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...
Chart Update on How Aston Villa are Tracking in Terms of Surviving Relegation
The Strikerless ImprovementAfter Aston Villa recently took a vital four points against their direct relegation rivals Brighton and Watford, MOMS thought it was a...
Aston Villa Complete Key Signing and do Good Business to Increase Chances of Another Striker
FinallyFirst things, first... Aston Villa have signed a striker.The club finally were confident enough to announce the long mooted signing of Mbwana Samatta...
Dean Smith’s New Formation Goes Up Against the League’s Top Scorers
By Dean GregoryAston Villa vs Manchester CityA well-fought but costly win at Burnley lifted Villa out of the relegation zone last weekend. Now they...
VAR Confirmed to Feature in League Cup Semi-finals and Final
The EFL confirmed that Video Assistant Referee (VAR) will be in operation for the four Semi-Finals and Wembley Final in this year’s League Cup....
Chart: What Aston Villa Need to Do Throughout This Season to Avoid Relegation
Use code MOMS10 to get a further 10% off prices belowHalf-way to Where?As we pass the half-way mark in the 2019/20 Premier League season...
Discounted Train Travel Continues for Aston Villa Supporters
Avanti West Coast Continue DiscountsIn the past couple of seasons Aston Villa season ticket holders and claret members have been able to enjoy 20% off...
Dean Smith Faces Up to His Most Difficult Situation Yet as Villa Boss, as Realty Bites
Reality BitesAfter picking up just four points from the last available 27, Aston Villa find themselves in the bottom three and precariously three points...
Villa Park Date Change for Match in Mid-Season Player Break Period
Spurs TV SwitchIf you weren't aware already, Aston Villa's home fixture with Spurs this season has been switched from its original Saturday date on...
How Aston Villa Have Taken Advantage of the League Cup to Positive Effect
In what is a slight variation of five reasons to be cheerful, we look at the benefits of Aston Villa's run in the League...
Aston Villa vs Leicester City Dates and TV Coverage Confirmed
Last FourThe dates for Aston Villa's League Cup semi-final dates have been announced against Leicester City, in a tie that sees them play their...
Aston Villa Podcast Up for National Award for Best Club Podcast
Football Supporters' Association Awards 2019This evening MOMS and contributors to the My Old Man Said podcast (Chris and Dan) will travel to London for...
Dean Smith States ‘Times Are Changing’ as Villa Seek to Banish Ten-Year Anniversary at Old Trafford
Manchester United vs Aston VillaAfter dispatching Newcastle last week, Aston Villa head to Old Trafford to take on Manchester United next. In a tight...