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Euphoric Prince William goes wild as Villa thrash Forest to reach UEL final

Prince William's passion for Aston Villa was on full display at Villa Park on Thursday night as he watched his beloved side secure a historic European result. The Prince of Wales could not contain his excitement as Unai Emery's men dismantled Nottingham Forest 4-0 to book their ticket to the Europa League final.

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‘If anyone can, he can’ - Villa have UEL ace up their sleeve

Aston Villa have work to do in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final clash with Nottingham Forest, but Tony Dorigo has told GOAL why Unai Emery can be an “incredible” ace up the Villans’ sleeve. The Spanish tactician is looking to land a familiar trophy for the fifth time in his coaching career, with Dorigo saying “if anyone can, he can” when it comes to bringing a 30-year wait for tangible success to a close in the West Midlands.

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Gibbs-White fitted with mask for Forest semi-final

Nottingham Forest are facing an anxious wait over the fitness of star playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White ahead of their crucial Europa League semi-final second leg at Aston Villa. Having secured a 1-0 victory in the first leg, the club are dreaming of the final, but the midfielder's significant head injury against Chelsea leaves his participation at Villa Park in major doubt.

Revealed: How woeful Chelsea can STILL qualify for Champions League

Chelsea are now out of the race for a top-five finish in the Premier League, but a narrow and unlikely route to the Champions League still exists. The Blues must climb to sixth in the Premier League - and hope Aston Villa deliver a crucial favour in Europe.

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Man Utd target shock move for West Ham's Fernandes

Manchester United are planning a significant restructure of their midfield as they look to future-proof the squad. The Red Devils have reportedly identified two of the Premier League's rising stars, West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes and Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers, as primary targets to lead the club into a new era.

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Sancho labelled 'the most disappointing signing in Man Utd history'

Louis Saha has described Jadon Sancho as "the most disappointing signing in Manchester United history". The former Red Devils striker says the £73 million ($99m) winger’s failure to replicate his Borussia Dortmund form at Old Trafford remains a "mystery".

Emery emerges as contender for Real Madrid job

Real Madrid have reportedly added Aston Villa manager Unai Emery to their shortlist of candidates to take over the reins at the Santiago Bernabeu. The Spanish giants are beginning their search for a successor to Alvaro Arbeloa, whose tenure appears to be coming to an end as Los Blancos face back-to-back seasons without a major trophy.

'Every player trusts him' - De Zerbi 'so good for Tottenham', says Gallagher

Conor Gallagher heaped praise on Roberto De Zerbi after Tottenham hauled themselves out of the relegation zone with a 2-1 win at Aston Villa. The English midfielder claimed that "every player trusts" De Zerbi already, with the Italian coach having overseen two wins, one draw and one defeat in his first four games since replacing Igor Tudor.

Man Utd keen on ex-Villa star that struggled in the PL

Manchester United have emerged as shock contenders to sign Donyell Malen, a player who famously struggled to make an impact in the Premier League with Aston Villa. Despite failing to secure a regular starting spot under Unai Emery before being shipped out in January, the Dutch international has seen his stock soar during a prolific stint in Serie A.

'Losers cry' - De Zerbi tells Spurs players to 'die on the pitch'

Roberto De Zerbi has launched a passionate defence of his squad's survival hopes, insisting that those who complain about bad luck are simply "losers". The Tottenham boss delivered a defiant four-minute monologue ahead of a crucial trip to Aston Villa, demanding his players show maximum commitment in their battle to avoid the drop.

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'How's he saved that?!' - Gibbs-White amazed by Martinez

Morgan Gibbs-White admitted he was stunned by an incredible save from Emi Martinez during Nottingham Forest’s Europa League semi-final win over Aston Villa. The Forest playmaker could only watch in disbelief as the Villa goalkeeper produced a remarkable stop at the City Ground.

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Neville puts Kane in 'dream' trio of Man Utd signings

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has identified three dream transfer targets for the club this summer, including Bayern Munich's Harry Kane. Neville also named a more "realistic" trio of potential signings for the Red Devils as they strive to compete for the biggest trophies next season.

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Everton & Villa cannot compete with Lampard on transfer front

Coventry are back in the Premier League for the first time in 25 years, with GOAL being told why the likes of Aston Villa, Everton and Brighton will struggle to compete with Sky Blues boss Frank Lampard on the transfer front. Established top-flight outfits may have more money to spend, but Joe Cole believes a “marquee name” at the CBS Arena will help to attract the kind of talent that may prove out of reach to others.

Grealish receives surprise backing after rooftop bar images

Jack Grealish has found an unlikely ally in former Aston Villa teammate Gabby Agbonlahor after images surfaced of the playmaker appearing to be asleep at a Manchester rooftop bar. The England international, currently sidelined with a season-ending injury, has been the subject of intense scrutiny following his latest afternoon outing.

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‘Does he go abroad?’ - Villa ace Rogers told he can ‘go higher’

Morgan Rogers has been told that he can “go higher”, amid renewed transfer talk at Aston Villa, with Henri Lansbury telling GOAL why the classy England international playmaker is capable of “stepping on again”. Rogers has proved himself in the Premier League, while also gracing European competition, and could take on a new challenge outside of his homeland at some stage.

Rosenior, Tudor & the 10 worst EPL managerial tenures ever

To paraphrase the great Homer Simpson, it is not only easy to criticise, but fun, too. It is quite simple to sit and judge from this ivory tower, but hey, that's football after all, merely a game of opinions. Being a Premier League manager must be one of the loneliest gigs in the world, particularly when results are wayward and your job security is the subject of international speculation.

Aston Villa vs Sunderland: Stream, TV channels & where to watch

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📽️ | Tielemans in hysterics at Emery's reaction to reporter

Aston Villa boss Unai Emery produced a classic deadpan moment during his pre-match duties that left midfielder Youri Tielemans struggling to keep a straight face. As the Spaniard shut down questions regarding potential suspensions, his blunt delivery sparked a wave of laughter in the media room ahead of their Europa League quarter-final second leg clash against Italian side Bologna.

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‘Not Messi!’ - Greenwood deemed only good enough for Villa

Mason Greenwood continues to generate plenty of transfer talk, but Marseille legend Marcel Desailly has told GOAL why the English forward would only be good enough for Aston Villa - not Arsenal or Manchester City - if he returned to the Premier League. Leading sides across Europe have been linked with the goalscoring winger, with a move away from France in 2026 being mooted.

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Villa homecoming? Grealish told who has final say on transfer

Jack Grealish has seen an emotional return to Aston Villa speculated on, with Gareth Barry telling GOAL who will have the final say on a stunning homecoming transfer. The England international playmaker has spent the 2025-26 campaign on loan at Everton from Manchester City, with a permanent deal somewhere expected to be agreed in the next window.

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Emery gives update on Martinez after Villa warm-up injury

Unai Emery has provided an injury update on Emiliano Martinez after the Aston Villa goalkeeper was forced to withdraw from the starting line-up just moments before kick-off against Nottingham Forest on Sunday. The World Cup winner was initially named in the XI for the Premier League clash at the City Ground but had to be replaced by Marco Bizot after suffering a setback during his pre-match preparations.

Frequently asked questions

With demand for Premier League clubs arguably at an all-time high, it can be daunting trying to get tickets to see Aston Villa. However, it is not impossible to secure your seat.

Explore all options available through the club’s ticket portal and through StubHub. There may be late ticket drops or increased resale options available the closer you get to a particular fixture.

You can buy Aston Villa away tickets through the club’s official website, though be aware they will be offered on a first-come-served basis to season ticket holders. Alternatively, you can buy them through the opposition club’s ticket portal, though you may need to be a member to do so.

If you are struggling to find a seat, you can try StubHub to see if there is a resale option available for your chosen game.

You can indeed book a stadium tour of Villa Park, with three package options available to visitors. You can either select a Weekday Tour, a Weekend Tour, or a Legends Tour.

All three tours allow visitors to get up close and personal with one of English football’s most historic stadiums, along with photo opportunities and a discount in the club shop. To book, head to the club’s official website.

The best place to buy cheap Aston Villa tickets will be through the club’s official ticket portal, at tickets.avfc.co.uk. You can buy premium packages through Seat Unique.

You can also try to buy cheap Aston Villa tickets through secondary ticket retailers like StubHub. Make sure you have read the terms and conditions surrounding any individual ticket and resale, and double-check that you are purchasing from a trusted source.

The best way to travel to Villa Park is by public transportation or on foot, with parking limited around the stadium and surrounding residential areas. The ground is served by both Aston and Witton stations, on the National Rail network, and is within walking distance.

Two specialist bus services - the A1 and A2 - also serve Villa Park on matchdays. For more information, visit the club’s website.

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