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...
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....
Unai Emery Provides Update on Ross Barkley Injury
Ross Barkley Injury adds to January Missing ListAston Villa’s 3rd round FA Cup clash with West Ham was meant to be an opportunity for...
Transcript Reveals Officials’ Uncertainty Over Jhon Durán’s Red Card Against Newcastle
What the Referees Actually Said About Duran's Sending OffMuch has been said about Jhon Durán's first-half dismissal in Aston Villa's 3-0 Boxing Day defeat...
Unai Emery Gives John McGinn Injury Update
John McGinn Picks Up Another Hamstring InjuryAston Villa’s captain, John McGinn, suffered a hamstring injury in the 19th minute of the club’s Premier League...
Unai Emery Hints at Villa Winger January Exit
Unai Emery Discusses Villa Winger's FutureAs the January transfer window approaches, the future of Jaden Philogene at Aston Villa is under the spotlight. Despite...
Pau Torres Injury Blow: Emery Reveals Extent of Injury
Unai Emery Confirms Pau Torres Injury for Start of 2025Unai Emery has confirmed a significant setback for Aston Villa as Pau Torres is set...
Suspension Setbacks: Villa’s Key Attacking Duo Sidelined
Duran and Rogers Suspension SituationAston Villa’s upcoming clash with Leicester City will be played without two of their most influential attacking players, as both...