Downing Glad of Domestic Break

Downing Glad of Domestic Break

Stewart Downing believes the international break has come at the right time for trouble-torn Aston Villa. 24 Mar 2011
Villa Still Committed to Houllier

Villa Still Committed to Houllier

Gerard Houllier has again been assured about his future as Aston Villa manager despite fans repeating their calls for him to be sacked. 21 Mar 2011
Houllier Confident He Can Lead Villa To Safety

Houllier Confident He Can Lead Villa To Safety

GERARD Houllier insists he is the right person to lead Aston Villa to Barclays Premier League safety despite more calls from supporters for him to be sacked. 21 Mar 2011
Punished Terry Gets Armband Back

Punished Terry Gets Armband Back

John Terry has been installed as England's permanent captain for a third time after being forgiven by head coach Fabio Capello for his off-the-field behaviour. 20 Mar 2011
Wilshere One of the World's Best - Capello

Wilshere One of the World's Best - Capello

England head coach Fabio Capello admits Jack Wilshere is now one of his first-choice midfielders after just two appearances for his country. 20 Mar 2011
Houllier Stands Up to Critics

Houllier Stands Up to Critics

Gerard Houllier told Aston Villa fans "I know what I'm doing" after coming under fire from the terraces after the 1-0 home reversal against Wolves. 20 Mar 2011
Houllier: Bust-Up Not a Distraction

Houllier: Bust-Up Not a Distraction

Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier insists team morale has not been affected by Richard Dunne and James Collins' recent bust-up with coaching staff. 19 Mar 2011
Villa Duo Disciplined for Spa Spat

Villa Duo Disciplined for Spa Spat

Aston Villa duo James Collins and Richard Dunne have been disciplined after being involved in a row with coaching staff during a team bonding session. 18 Mar 2011
Coyle Eyes Final Place

Coyle Eyes Final Place

Owen Coyle set his sights on taking Bolton to the FA Cup final - and maintaining his fine Wembley record - after a late goal from Chung-Yong Lee earned a 3-2 quarter-final win at Birmingham. 13 Mar 2011
Birmingham Calm Over Finances

Birmingham Calm Over Finances

Birmingham are confident they will meet the financial criteria which will enable them to compete in Europe next season after their Carling Cup triumph. 8 Mar 2011
Houllier Sets Survival Target

Houllier Sets Survival Target

Gerard Houllier believes Aston Villa need a minimum of 10 more points to guarantee Barclays Premier League survival. 8 Mar 2011
Redknapp Looks to Attack Milan

Redknapp Looks to Attack Milan

Harry Redknapp is hopeful of having Rafael van der Vaart and Gareth Bale available for Wednesday's Champions League return clash with AC Milan and has pledged to go on the attack. 8 Mar 2011
Redknapp Acknowledges Hutton Let-Off

Redknapp Acknowledges Hutton Let-Off

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp admitted defender Alan Hutton was fortunate not to be sent off as his side were held to a thrilling 3-3 draw at Wolves. 7 Mar 2011
We Have What It Takes to Survive - Hodgson

We Have What It Takes to Survive - Hodgson

Roy Hodgson believes West Brom have the "discipline, organisation and guts" needed alongside their other qualities to survive in the Barclays Premier League. 7 Mar 2011
Hodgson Gives Credit to Players

Hodgson Gives Credit to Players

Roy Hodgson celebrated his first win as West Brom boss but preferred to give the credit to his players after a 3-1 success at Birmingham. 6 Mar 2011
Houllier Holds Up Hands Over Changes

Houllier Holds Up Hands Over Changes

Gerard Houllier has apologised to Aston Villa fans for not giving them advance warning of his decision to make major changes for the FA Cup tie with Manchester City at Eastlands in mid-week. 5 Mar 2011
Tribunal to Rule on O'Neill Dispute With Villa

Tribunal to Rule on O'Neill Dispute With Villa

The dispute between Aston Villa and former boss Martin O'Neill over the conclusion of his spell at the midlands club has been placed in the hands of the Premier League managers' arbitration tribunal. 4 Mar 2011
Ferguson Defied Broken Rib For Cup Dream

Ferguson Defied Broken Rib For Cup Dream

Birmingham midfielder Alex McLeish has revealed midfielder Barry Ferguson played with a broken rib for an hour of the Carling Cup final triumph over Arsenal at Wembley. 4 Mar 2011
Houllier: City Loss Was Lowest Point of Career

Houllier: City Loss Was Lowest Point of Career

Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier admits the 4-0 defeat by Manchester City in December was "the lowest point of my career" ahead of tonight's FA Cup clash between the clubs at Eastlands. 3 Mar 2011
Bowyer to Decide on Playing Future

Bowyer to Decide on Playing Future

Lee Bowyer will decide in the summer whether to continue playing after being told he will not be offered a new contract by Birmingham. 1 Mar 2011
Villa Seeking to Control Wage Bill

Villa Seeking to Control Wage Bill

Aston Villa are aiming to manage their escalating wage bill while remaining competitive on the pitch after suffering losses of more than £37million for the year ending May 31, 2010. 1 Mar 2011