Aston Villa Report

Jacob 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.…

John 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

John 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…

Jacob 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…

Jacob 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

John Townley

Monchi says that Unai Emery is capable of managing the biggest clubs in the world, but insists that he is settled in Birmingham and happy leading Aston Villa's project. #AVFC https://www.birminghammail.co.uk/sport/football/football-news/monchi-speaks-out-unai-emerys-33546315

The Athletic

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez appears to be breaching the FA's rules regarding promoting betting companies. More from @jacobtanswell.bsky.social https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7093065/?source=bsky_uk

Jacob Tanswell

Matty Cash underwent scans today after picking up a calf injury in #AVFC's 4-1 home defeat to Chelsea. Results indicate the feeling post-match - not expected to keep him out for too long, with the sense that Cash should be fit for Lille next week.

The Athletic

Aston Villa remain in the process of completing the registration of Brian Madjo. Madjo signed in January but has not yet featured for any of Villa’s teams, having been technically able, as a 17-year-old, to play for the club’s youth, reserve sides and senior sides.…

Jacob Tanswell

#AVFC remain in the process of completing Brian Madjo's registration. 17yo signed for £10m fee in January but has not been able to play despite training with the senior squad. Villa frustrated with how long the process with FIFA is taking. @theathleticfc.bsky.social…