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.
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 Amex Stadium, four goals down by half-time, and unable to register a single shot on target all game. Despite Brighton not being in ideal shape going into the game, due to injuries and outgoings, one look at Villa's teamsheet and...
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 some kind of a guide to see how the outside world rates Villa's players ahead of the new season.Having already lost big names such as Morgan Rogers and ouri Tielemans ahead of the 2026/27 campaign, many thought that would be...
UEFA Europa League Key Dates for Villa as Play-off Draw is Made
Key Aston Villa Europa League DatesThis morning UEFA made the draw for the play-off round draw of the Europa League (see below), the final...
How Europa League Rule Change Affects Aston Villa
New Rule for Next Season's Europa League for VillaUEFA has confirmed it will correct an oversight in the structure of the new expanded league-phase...
Aston Villa Write Letter to PGMOL to Complain About Official Selection
Aston Villa's Letter to PGMOL30% of the Premier League will be in the Champions League next season, with six clubs qualifying, unfortunately Villa won't...
Aston Villa Confirm USA Return for 2025 Pre-Season Tour
Aston Villa Announce Initial USA Tour DetailsAston Villa will once again head across the Atlantic this summer, with the club confirming a return to...
Aston Villa Get Two Fixture Switches – Including New Manchester City Date
Manchester City game Gets New DateAfter Aston Villa's Premier League away trip to Manchester City was moved due to both sides reaching the FA...
Aston Villa Home Clash in May Gets Time Change
Aston Villa vs Fulham SwitchThe Premier League have released the fixture changes for game week 35, with Aston Villa’s Premier League fixture against Fulham...
Villa April Fixtures Changes That Fans Will Hope Change Again
Aston Villa's April Fixture Changes - Temporary?Aston Villa’s April Premier League fixtures have been reshuffled after being selected for live television broadcast, but Villa fans may find themselves hoping for...
The Final Nike Ball of an Era to Make Its Debut at Villa Park
Last Premier League Nike Ball Makes Debut at Villa ParkAston Villa’s Premier League clash against Liverpool on Wednesday, 19th February, will mark the debut of...
Aston Villa’s FA Cup Date Needs Champions League Consideration
Aston Villa vs Cardiff City Awaits DateAston Villa's FA Cup 5th round tie against Cardiff City will be played on the weekend of March 1/2, just days...
Aston Villa January Signing Shirt Numbers
Aston Villa January Signing Shirt numbersAston Villa have confirmed the squad numbers of their deadline day purchases with Axel Disasi taking over the No.3...
Aston Villa’s Injury Update Ahead of Wolves: Cash Blow, Mings Delayed, Barkley Progress
Aston Villa's Defensive Injury IssuesAston Villa will be without Matty Cash for the foreseeable future after Unai Emery confirmed that the full-back faces three to four weeks...
Aston Villa’s Defensive Concerns Ahead of Celtic Clash: Emery Keeping Cards Close?
Aston Villa head into their crucial Champions League clash against Celtic with defensive issues dominating the pre-match discussion. With Tyrone Mings racing against time to prove...