Aston Villa Overview

‘Where’s the love’ - Sancho must answer important questions

Jadon Sancho still finds himself without a club following his release by Manchester United, with the England international being surprisingly snubbed after hitting free agency. His last competitive action came during a loan spell at Aston Villa, with Ray Houghton explaining to GOAL what the important questions are that the 26-year-old winger must find answers to.

De Zerbi: Spurs most 'fragile' team I've ever coached

Tottenham Hotspur’s disastrous start to the new Premier League campaign reached a fresh low this weekend, leaving Roberto De Zerbi branding Spurs the most mentally 'fragile' side he has ever managed. Following a demoralising 3-2 defeat at the hands of Aston Villa, the Italian tactician did not hold back in his assessment of a side that currently sits in the relegation zone.

Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa FC - Premier League 2026/27

Cole and Gerrard warn Spurs of relegation threat

Tottenham Hotspur have been warned that they could be dragged into another Premier League relegation scrap following a disastrous start to the new campaign. Despite a summer of heavy investment, Roberto De Zerbi's side suffered a 3-2 home defeat to Aston Villa, leaving them with their lowest points tally ever after five matches.

Tottenham booed off as De Zerbi condemns performance

Tottenham Hotspur manager Roberto De Zerbi expressed his profound frustration after furious supporters booed his team off the pitch following a dismal 3-2 Premier League defeat. The hostile reaction from the stands came after a catastrophic defensive display against Aston Villa, leaving the winless north London club in an early-season crisis.

Spurs misery continues as Villa secure dramatic first win of the season in five-goal thriller

Tottenham's dismal start to the Premier League campaign continued as Aston Villa claimed a dramatic 3-2 victory in North London. Roberto De Zerbi's side remain winless after five league matches, while Unai Emery's visitors picked up their first three points of the season.

Aston Villa FC v Nottingham Forest FC - Premier League 2026/27

Lindelof relishes 'tough' Spurs test as Villa aim to ignite season

Aston Villa defender Victor Lindelof is relishing Saturday's trip to face Tottenham Hotspur, insisting the squad remain confident despite a modest points return in the opening weeks of the season. The Sweden international believes the rising expectations around the club can spur them on to claim a vital victory in north London.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
14	Sunderland	5	1	1	3	6	10	-4	4	L L D W L
15	Crystal Palace	5	1	1	3	6	11	-5	4	D L W L L
16	Aston Villa	5	1	1	3	4	9	-5	4	W L D L L
17	AFC Bournemouth	5	0	3	2	6	8	-2	3	L D D D L
18	Coventry City	5	1	0	4	1	10	-9	3	W L L L L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Sunderland

-4

L
L
D
W
L

Crystal Palace

-5

D
L
W
L
L

Aston Villa

-5

W
L
D
L
L

AFC Bournemouth

-2

L
D
D
D
L

Coventry City

-9

W
L
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.