Lazio manager Maurizio Sarri has reiterated his threat to boycott the upcoming Derby della Capitale after league organisers confirmed a controversial kick-off time. The veteran tactician has left the club's hierarchy in a difficult position by suggesting he will simply refuse to attend the high-stakes clash against Roma.
Inter have secured their first domestic double in 16 years following a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Lazio in the Coppa Italia final at the Stadio Olimpico. Captain Lautaro Martinez led the celebrations, praising the transformative impact of head coach Cristian Chivu in guiding the Nerazzurri back to the pinnacle of Italian football this season.
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Wesley Sneijder has warned Arsenal that they could be on the receiving end of a heavy scoreline when they face defending champions Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final. The former Inter Milan playmaker believes that unless the Gunners can maintain absolute defensive discipline, the French giants possess the firepower to replicate their ruthless 5-0 demolition of the Nerazzurri from last year.
Inter are reportedly considering a dramatic U-turn regarding their pursuit of Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Despite having already reached a personal agreement with the Italy international, the Nerazzurri are now weighing up whether to scrap the deal entirely in favour of an internal solution.
Fifteen players from the Aston Villa Wesleyan Chapel cricket team formed the Aston Villa Football Club in the 1870s.
Who are the owners of Aston Villa?
Aston Villa are owned by V Sports, a joint venture between billionaires Nassef Sawiris and Wesley Edens. Atairos, an investment company based in the UK, became a minority partner of V Sports in April 2024.
What is Aston Villa's stadium called?
Aston Villa play all their home games at the Villa Park since 1897.
What is Villa Park's capacity?
Villa Park has a capacity of over 42,000 and has hosted more FA Cup semi-final games than any other stadium in history.
How many trophies have Aston Villa won?
Aston Villa have won 22 titles throughout their history, including seven English top-flight titles, one European Cup (now known as the Champions League), and seven FA Cups.
How many Premier League (top flight) titles have Aston Villa won?
Aston Villa have won seven top-flight titles, but have failed to clinch a league trophy in the Premier League era. They last won the first division in the 1980-81 season.
Who has made the most appearances for Aston Villa?
Former Scottish left-back Charlie Aitken has made the most appearances for Aston Villa, featuring in 660 games for the club from 1961 to 1975.
Who is Aston Villa's all-time top goalscorer?
One of the greatest players to ever play for Aston Villa, Billy Walker is the club's record goalscorer of all-time with 244 goals to his name.
Which famous players have played for Aston Villa ?
Jack Grealish, Dwight Yorke, Emiliano Martinez, Gordon Cowans, and Gareth Barry are among the most respectable players in Aston Villa history, with the club also luring legends like Peter Schmeichel and Paul McGrath.
Which famous managers have been in charge of Aston Villa?
Steven Gerrard, Steve Bruce, Gerard Houllier and Unai Emery are among the big names to have led Aston Villa during its illustrious history.
What is Aston Villa's nickname?
Aston Villa are famously known as The Villans. The name 'Villa' is derived from the Villa Cross Wesleyan Church, whose former cricket club passed on the name to the club.