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John Townley
Tomorrow night is Aston Villa's biggest game of the season so far - treat it any other way, and their hopes of finally lifting silverware are at risk of being dashed in the space of a week. #AVFC https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/aston-villa-lille-room
On BlueskyJohn Townley
Olivier Giroud is fit to face Aston Villa on Thursday, after missing Lille's last match against FC Lorient. The 39yo has scored more goals against Villa than any other team in his career. #AVFC
On BlueskyJacob Tanswell
Lately, selection has been influenced by the absence of those missing. In the case of Boubacar Kamara, it has changed who plays CB. Without him, Tielemans and McGinn, #AVFC are not only missing three players of huge quality, but huge professionalism, too. https://www.nytimes.com/
On BlueskyJohn Townley
John McGinn is now back in full training at Bodymoor Heath. If he feels ready, the skipper may also travel to Lille for Thursday's match, which would come as a much-needed and timely boost for Unai Emery. #AVFC
On BlueskyJohn Townley
Ollie Watkins admits it's "hard not to notice" criticism from fans after struggling to reach the heights he previously set himself. "You've got to keep plugging away. I know the manager backs me and that's all that matters," he told Sky Sports News. #AVFC https://www.birminghamma
On BlueskyJacob Tanswell
#AVFC believe Evann Guessand is more suited to Crystal Palace’s system as he can struggle in tight areas, but is physical and athletic, making him good in transition — a staple of Palace’s play. Piece w/ @mattwoosie.bsky.social https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7092126/2026/03/10/
On BlueskyAVFC The Religion
Roma have an option to buy Donyell Malen for €25m in the summer but this becomes an obligation if they qualify for the Champions League. However, he’s been so good they’ve decided they’ll trigger the option regardless of UCL qualification @TuttoMercatoWeb #AVFC
On BlueskyAVFC The Religion
Juventus don’t see Jonathan David as having a future at the club and are willing to let him leave for €15m-€18m this summer. Aston Villa are showing strong interest and a deal could be helped by the excellent relationship between the clubs. @calciomercatoit #AVFC
On BlueskyAVFC The Religion
Aston Villa are making enquiries to sign Jarrod Bowen in the summer. The player is keen for a new challenge in the summer. @indykaila
On BlueskyJacob Tanswell
Why are Aston Villa still relying on Leon Bailey and Emiliano Buendia in 2026? Piece on #AVFC's recruitment, past and future plans. @theathleticfc.bsky.social https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7089634/2026/03/09/aston-villa-buendia-bailey
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