Aston Villa Overview

Goretzka set for spell on sidelines

Leon Goretzka faces a frustrating wait for his Aston Villa debut after the German midfielder was ruled out for several weeks with a knee injury. The former Bayern Munich star, who recently moved to Villa Park on a free transfer, will also miss Jurgen Klopp's first international break in charge of the German national team.

Unai Emery Zion Suzuki Aston Villa 2026-27

‘Liverpool missed out’ - Villa trump rivals on transfer front

Aston Villa’s forced refresh during the summer transfer window of 2026 may prove to be a “blessing in disguise”, Stephen Warnock has told GOAL, with Liverpool considered to have been trumped in one notable department. Unai Emery has had to rebuild much of his Europa League-winning side, but plenty of pedigree and potential has been added to the collective ranks.

Hull City v Aston Villa FC - Premier League 2026/27

Jakirovic hails 'amazing' start as Hull stay unbeaten without conceding

Hull City extended their dream start to the Premier League season after holding Aston Villa to a hard-fought 0-0 draw at home on Saturday. The result keeps Sergej Jakirovic's newly promoted side unbeaten without conceding a single goal across their opening three top-flight fixtures, sitting second in the early table with an impressive seven points.

'I'm still in shock' - Watkins' wife makes emotional admission after Saudi transfer

Ellie Watkins has admitted she is still in shock after her husband Ollie completed a stunning €60 million transfer to Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal. The England international left Aston Villa after six successful years, prompting an emotional farewell from his family as they relocate to Riyadh.

Arteta hails Alonso’s 'really smart' Chelsea signing ahead of Arsenal showdown

Mikel Arteta has lauded Xabi Alonso and Chelsea for their shrewd acquisition of Emiliano Martinez as Arsenal prepare to host their London rivals in a blockbuster early-season clash. The Spanish tactician believes the World Cup-winning goalkeeper is exactly what the Blues needed to solidify their defence and significantly enhance their Premier League title credentials this term.

Blow for Keane! Utd icon's son-in-law AXED from Villa Champions League squad

Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery has left new £25 million signing Taylor Harwood-Bellis out of his 25-man Champions League squad. The 24-year-old defender, who is the son-in-law of Manchester United legend Roy Keane, joined from Southampton on deadline day but faces a waiting game for top-tier European action despite expressing his eagerness to perform on the continent's biggest stage.

Pos	Team	P	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
15	AFC Bournemouth	3	2	1	4	5	-1	2	D D L
16	Nottingham Forest	3	2	1	2	3	-1	2	D D L
17	Aston Villa	3	1	2	0	5	-5	1	D L L
18	Tottenham Hotspur	3	1	2	0	5	-5	1	D L L
19	Fulham	3	0	3	4	7	-3	0	L L L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

AFC Bournemouth

-1

D
D
L

Nottingham Forest

-1

D
D
L

Aston Villa

-5

D
L
L

Tottenham Hotspur

-5

D
L
L

Fulham

-3

L
L
L

Frequently asked questions

When were Aston Villa founded?

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.