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 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.
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.
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.
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.
Ollie Watkins has revealed that former England striker Michael Owen advised him to play with more aggression as he looks to revive his international ambitions. The Aston Villa forward has sought guidance from the legendary goalscorer during a challenging season. Watkins believes the advice could help him rediscover his best form ahead of the World Cup.
Manchester United have received a major boost in their pursuit of Morgan Rogers after Michael Carrick backed the move. The Red Devils are determined to win the race for the Aston Villa star and have warned Chelsea they will intensify their pursuit of Cole Palmer if the Blues end up landing Rogers.
Netflix has confirmed the release of an animated film dedicated to Argentina goalkeeper Emi Martinez. The project will tell the story of his rise from Mar del Plata to global fame, blending animation, interviews and archival footage to explore the journey behind one of footballâs most iconic modern goalkeepers.
Aston Villa continued their remarkable European form with a clinical 3-1 victory over Bologna at the Stadio Renato Dell'Ara. Unai Emery's side displayed tactical maturity and ruthless finishing to secure a vital win on the road.
Aston Villa seized a commanding first-leg advantage in their Europa League quarter-final with a clinical 3-1 victory over Bologna. Unai Emery's tactical masterclass silenced the Stadio Renato DallâAra and established the Villans as the undisputed favourites to reach the final four.
The race for Morgan Rogers is heating up as three of the Premier League's heavyweights prepare to battle for the Aston Villa star's signature this summer. Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea have all reportedly renewed their interest in the versatile midfielder, who has spearheaded Villa's latest push for a top-four finish under Emery.
Borussia Dortmund have officially confirmed their interest in re-signing Jadon Sancho as a free agent when his Manchester United contract expires this June. The Bundesliga giants are exploring a third stint for the 26-year-old winger, though any potential homecoming would require the attacker to accept a substantial reduction in his current salary.
Aston Villa are facing a fight to keep hold of Morgan Rogers this summer as the England international prepares to weigh up his options. The versatile attacker has attracted serious interest from the Premier League's elite following another superb season of performances at Villa Park.
Aston Villa have been hit with a significant injury setback as Jadon Sancho is set for a spell on the sidelines during a pivotal period of the season. The Manchester United loanee is now facing a race against time to return to full fitness for the club's European and domestic run-in.
The staggering financial scale of the Premier League has been laid bare once again as official figures reveal top-flight clubs spent a record-breaking ÂŁ460 million on agent fees over the last year, with Chelsea emerging as the leagueâs biggest spender. The total fees spent by Premier League clubs represents a 13 per cent increase on the previous 12 months.
Morgan Rogers has been warned against a transfer to the âgraveyardâ that Manchester United have become, with the Aston Villa playmaker also being advised to ignore any interest shown by Chelsea. The 23-year-old England international has become one of the Premier Leagueâs most sought-after talents. Dean Saunders believes Rogersâ ongoing development would be best served in his current surroundings.
The Guirassy clause could end up costing BVB dearly in two ways. Sancho gets injured in a friendly and a mega-talent is being treated with kid gloves. The latest news and rumours surrounding Borussia Dortmund.
The Premier League has confirmed its latest round of fixture amendments for television broadcast, with several heavyweights seeing their schedules drastically altered for the run-in. Supporters are facing a series of unconventional kick-off times as the title race and the battle for Europe reach a fever pitch in May.
England will head to the World Cup this summer as one of the favourites to lift the trophy after a run of strong tournament showings by a still relatively young core group of players. Football, though, moves fast, and soon there will be new stars who come along and usurp those established names. Fortunately for the Three Lions, the production line is showing few signs of slowing down.
Borussia Dortmund legend Marco Reus has weighed in on the intensifying rumours suggesting Jadon Sancho could return to Signal Iduna Park for a third time. The 26-year-old winger is currently enduring a difficult loan spell at Aston Villa while his parent club, Manchester United, prepare to cut ties with the England international this summer.
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