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Weah & Drogba handed FIFA roles to tackle racism

Chelsea icon Didier Drogba and ex-AC Milan star George Weah have been named among a host of former players on a newly-formed anti-racism panel by FIFA. The idea behind the panel of ex-players is to bolster FIFA's efforts to tackle racism in the game. The group will help in developing anti-racism strategies, participate in educational programmes and contribute to reforms across football.

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📽️ | Garnacho left exhausted by first Chelsea training session

Alejandro Garnacho has already been left exhausted in Chelsea training as the former Manchester United star was spotted struggling for breath in one of his sessions. Garnacho fell out of favour under Ruben Amorim after his public clash with the manager following the club's Europa League final defeat to Tottenham last season. After being part of Amorim's 'bomb squad' this summer, the winger signed for the Blues.

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'3 my boy' - Palmer's cryptic comment on Mainoo social media post

Cole Palmer dropped a cryptic comment on England team-mate Kobbie Mainoo's social media post as the Chelsea star hinted that he wants the young midfielder to be 'freed' by Manchester United. Mainoo pushed for a temporary summer move away from Old Trafford after falling out of favour under Ruben Amorim, however, United did not entertain his plea as he remained at the club.

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Pedro vomits on pitch after clash with Martinelli in Brazil win

Chelsea forward Joao Pedro endured a frightening moment during Brazil’s 3-0 World Cup qualifying win over Chile, collapsing and vomiting on the pitch after a heavy collision with Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli. The 23-year-old striker, who has enjoyed a flying start to life at Chelsea, required medical attention but later reassured fans about his condition.

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BVB chief explains last-minute deal to sign Chukwuemeka

Borussia Dortmund sporting chief Sebastian Kehl has revealed just how brutal Chelsea were to deal with as he wrapped up a deal to sign Carney Chukwuemeka in a €20 million (£17m/$23m) move. Chukwuemeka, who spent last season on loan at Dortmund, was never likely to feature prominently in Chelsea’s long-term plans. But with the club seeking to keep their financial balance sheets in check, they refused to let him leave on the cheap.

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Rangers deemed 'too small' for Mourinho amid PL urge

Rangers have been deemed "too small" for Jose Mourinho as the ex-Chelsea & Manchester United boss has been urged to return to England and chase a fourth Premier League title. Mourinho is once again at a crossroads in his storied career after being dismissed by Fenerbahce just 14 months into the role. The Turkish giants pulled the trigger following a crushing 1-0 Champions League play-off defeat to Benfica, a result that ended their hopes of dining at Europe’s top table this season.

Frequently asked questions

Fifteen players from the Aston Villa Wesleyan Chapel cricket team formed the Aston Villa Football Club in the 1870s.

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.

Aston Villa play all their home games at the Villa Park since 1897.

Villa Park has a capacity of over 42,000 and has hosted more FA Cup semi-final games than any other stadium in history.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Steven Gerrard, Steve Bruce, Gerard Houllier and Unai Emery are among the big names to have led Aston Villa during its illustrious history.

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.