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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...
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...
Two March Fixture Changes for Aston Villa and European Implications
Two March Aston Villa Fixtures Changed for BroadcastFixtures for the first half of March have been selected for television broadcast, with Aston Villa being...
Unai Emery Admits to Tyrone Mings Struggles and Concerns
Unai Emery Discusses Tyrone Mings' ReturnAston Villa’s defensive frailties have been a key concern for manager Unai Emery this season, particularly on the road, where the team has...
Aston Villa’s Final Game of February is Brought Forward
Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa is Moved Forward (Slightly)After Aston Villa's FA Cup fourth-round game against Spurs in February was today scheduled for broadcast...
FA Cup Date Provides Villa Further Reason to Secure Champions League Top Eight Status
Villa’s FA Cup Fourth-Round Clash with Spurs: A Fixture with European ImplicationsAston Villa’s FA Cup fourth-round tie date against Tottenham Hotspur has been officially confirmed. Unai Emery’s...
Unai Emery Provides Injury Updates Ahead of Arsenal Clash
Arsenal v Aston Villa Injury UpdateAhead of Aston Villa’s highly anticipated Premier League trip to the Emirates to face Arsenal, manager Unai Emery provided key...
Aston Villa Close to PSR Limit but Compliant for 2023/24
Premier League Pass Clubs for PSR ComplianceThe Premier League have passed all 20 Premier League clubs as being financially compliant for the 2023-24 season....