The Villa Podcast

John McGinn is back, auntie Margaret is back and Aston Villa are back

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:20:26 GMT

Sympathetic Sancho is top of the Weimann Meter. Youri Tielemans' return has us feeling better. But the hero that is John McGinn drags the team and club forward again. Great performances over West Ham and Lille, big victories and our striker is even scoring too. The vibes are good, we had to recall Drury's Corner as well.

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Konsa roars, Bailey ignores and Watkins bores Harry Maguire

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 23:17:25 GMT

Old Trafford brings out the worst in Aston Villa but it brings out the best in Liam. From an Austin MacPhee WTF nomination, to Leon Bailey not turning to Unai Emery and Ollie Watkins' alarming form, we pick the bones of the Man United loss, a bit on the Lille win and ponder what life could look like with Youri Tielemans back.

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The Huddle, the VAR animation, the blame

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:53:30 GMT

The Villa Park crowd nailed it... the team didn't, did they? For the first time, it feels like there's a fracture in the relationship between this group and the fans and with nine games remaining, it's difficult to see how things turn around from this Chelsea defeat.

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Not Arsed Barkley, whinging Buendia and Emery's blind faith

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:07:43 GMT

Arguably the worst night in Unai Emery's reign. Villa were bad at Mollineux again. They lost to Wolves, again. Dropped points against a lower half of the table team. Again. And now it's a dogfight for Champions League and we're left hoping that Liam Rosenior is David Brent - but is that even good?

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Villa's heritage, Emery's priorities and Watkins' feet

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 23:35:18 GMT

Out of the FA Cup but marching on in the league, Unai Emery fields a weakened team against Saudi Arabia... but they were actually good, until you know what.

Lucas Digne disappoints again and Leon Bailey doesn't inspire much confidence and should Tammy Abraham be the main striker now?

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Luc who's walking, Sancho promise and Ollie payoff

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 00:02:06 GMT

The big question to ask from the Bournemouth game... would a punch in the face to Lucas Digne, a red card and suspension to one of our players and zero points from the match been better in the long run?

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Phase of play, Damian's backlash and Dougie's return

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:44:45 GMT

A third loss of the season to Brentford and two bad home defeats in January to burst the title challenge. Lots to discuss including the disallowed goal, the red card and an argument over Matt Cash and Conán's run-in with Damian Vidagany.

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Howe forgets, Bailey remembers and expecting goals

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:22:59 GMT

What a result in Newcastle. What a result in Turkey. Two strong performances and this group earn even more of our admiration as Leon Bailey returns.

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Distracted Emi, protracted Watkins and Hemmings jib

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 16:00:54 GMT

One of those bad days that has you questioning everything again so come join us to wallow together. Outside the obvious annoyances, we're also looking at Tielemans not running the show like he can, Villa not making Roma wait two weeks and the boy George Hemmings.

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Watkins' vacuum, no penalties, injury prone Emi & unfair Mateta

Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:19:27 GMT

A game away to Palace and we lose no ground in the title race? I'll take that please!

Lots to talk about, including Sancho, Weimann champion Lindelof and Matt Cash's longevity.

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Emery's handshake, McGinn's comeback, Onana disappointment, & Amorim sacked

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 23:48:21 GMT

A joint Arsenal and Forest podcast and an explanation too. A lot of fun at Villa Park and a lot of WTF nominees at the Emirates. We talk Arsenal's emotions, Emi Martinez's state of mind, THE HANDSHAKE, and starting a new streak again thanks to Sean Dyche's Nottingham Forest. Ruben Amorim has been sacked by Manchester United so we make time for that as well.

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Knuckleball MacPhee, stag do Martinez and Watkins resolution

Sun, 28 Dec 2025 23:29:38 GMT

A win that wasn't priced in. Villa go to Chelsea, a direct rival for the top five, and instead they stay in the hunt for top 1. A huge three points, another turnaround for this team full of character and this entire squad that's pulling together in the same direction.

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Morgan free man-on-man, Lindelof's left foot and DOMINANT United

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 16:15:54 GMT

Gary Neville thinks Manchester United were by far the better team. Ruben Amorim thinks the better team lost. Both don't seem to tally that Morgan Rogers plays for Aston Villa. And they're both missing A LOT about their own points. We discuss a SECOND victory over Man United in Unai Emery's tenure.å

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Aston Villa and the war on XG

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:45:26 GMT

Nine wins in a row for Aston Villa and the noise is loud.

They're talking about the title race in one room and they're scratching their heads in the numbers room, needing to believe that this won't keep going.

We talk about the West Ham game, the mistakes, the goals and, yes, the EXPECTED goals - and how Villa are actually USING the data in their favour.

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Mad man Emery, Arsenal take it personally & a team to be proud of

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 20:48:45 GMT

Unai Emery haunts Arsenal again. Aston Villa arrive in the title race and we dedicate the WhatsApp Whinges to Arsenal fans.

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Spirit of Sherwood, cooking Rogers, fearless Ollie & ego van Hecke

Thu, 04 Dec 2025 17:49:30 GMT

Is Maatsen good? Do Villa have any respect for Brighton? Is the seagull the most annoying of all the animals?

We have a lot to talk about after Aston Villa make it 8 from 9 and beat Brighton again.

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McGinn the legend, Chris Kavanagh and Emery's mean

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 00:15:18 GMT

Maybe teams should start doing something about Villa's outside of the box goals? Rob Edwards and Wolves taken care of at Villa Park but it wasn't for the want of Chris Kavanagh's whistle and lack thereof.

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Malen mania, Cup Champion Sancho and Rogers revival

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 13:45:08 GMT

What a win after a great turnaround after a terrible first half - podcasting wise, this is nearly a perfect game!

Is there a more likeable player than John McGinn during our time watching? What has happened to Ollie Watkins? Emery, with a fresh haircut, is gaslighting Liam about Morgan Rogers too.

McGinn trigger
Morgan Rogers loves MacPhee
Cup Champion Sancho
Watkins leverage

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Matrix Martinez, scrappy Buendia and The Legs Explorer

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 23:12:58 GMT

Aston Villa destroy Bournemouth - not on your little XG sheet, in reality. Unai Emery dishes out a timely reminder of the Basque Country hierarchy to Iraola and a lot of people are moving on the Weimann Meter.

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Emi Martinez CPD, tippy-tappy Villa and the nutmeg trophy

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 22:56:12 GMT

The usual loss at Anfield, the now-too-usual Emi Martinez clanger. We talk Christmas, education and Aston Villa's decision to ignore Arne Slot.

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Erling Balaban, honest Malen & Pep's respect

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 22:10:56 GMT

Villa beat Man City again. Matt Cash stars again and this time he's only the bloody match-winner. We discuss Emery waiting on Guardiola, Onana's defensive nous and Jadon Sancho's reaction to being brought off. And of course, again, who will take the next penalty?

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The anti-Targett, Gerrard's moments and Pau's inspiration

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 21:08:43 GMT

We're back and Villa are well and truly back now as Unai Emery fixes the mini crisis. A lot of players going up on the Weimann Meter after that Spurs performance.

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Brave Bizot, bullish Buendia and Bravearse's battlecry

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:31:23 GMT

It's a process but Aston Villa are finding the man they use to be. They're finding their way home. Their fans are helping. Their write-offs are stepping up. And suddenly we have three wins in one week.

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Fulham Grace, Buendia character and United obsession

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 14:44:46 GMT

Three goals in one game and our first three points of the season. Say thank you, Fulham.

So much content outside of SO MANY goals. WTF award is back. Say thank you, Martinez. Rogers goes back to back on the Leon Bailey award. And Elmo is back to win one too.

All that, and Liam takes us on a brief tour of Irish history and song.

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Pau Lines, MacPhee steps up, Rogers liability

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 23:02:26 GMT

Who will take Aston Villa's next penalty? I'm actually asking. We don't know. But we go through the thin options.

A good win to finally get our season started and get the European campaign up and running nicely.

And some competition is emergine. We discuss Malen or Watkins. Maatsen or Digne. Elliott or Rogers. And Monchi leaving.

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Emery leaves early, Watkins howler(s), Elliott and 'identity'

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 23:42:25 GMT

Unai Emery leaves his Aston Villa team to fend for themselves in Sunderland as he heads off the pitch before full time. Ollie Watkins sitters are back but whilst Jadon Sancho should've had an assist, Emery was critical of Harvey Elliott and we're not sure he's right to be.

A terrible start to the season so some broader questions being discussed tonight, including the exit in the League Cup to Brentford.

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Grealish v Cash, Lindelof the midfielder and Michael Owen the anorak

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 23:42:37 GMT

Aston Villa still can't score and don't look like they can create a chance. Emery has been looking for signings but the players were the same and it was even more narrow and more slow.

Michael Keane cements his place in the top 5 of our favourite non Villa entities.

Jack Grealish asks for a second yellow for Cash again and Damian Vidagany takes to the social media pages.

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Martinez letdown, old man Rogers, and Cash drying the ball

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 23:18:11 GMT

An embarrassing 24 hours all told and we have a lot of things to talk about.

Emi Martinez is a no show whilst Marc Guehi gives a man of the match display for his team. Matt Cash features in two opposition goals and Guessand or Malen don't make much difference to this stale team right now.

Happy international break.

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What Amorim is saying, Sean Dyche logic and dream job at the club

Thu, 28 Aug 2025 16:16:09 GMT

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Tyrone's clock, new corner routine and Emery's excuse

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 23:35:39 GMT

A terrible result, horrific performance. Aston Villa firing a warning shot at their own fans who were thinking they might enjoy this season. What happened at Brentford was sobering. Some players are playing well below the standard and some of the coaching ideas aren't working right now.

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Mings on Ramsey, Lampard or Solskjaer, and FPL gameweek 1

Thu, 21 Aug 2025 16:09:52 GMT

Fallout from the weekend, fashion segment latest, FPL update and your mails - what's not to love?

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Rogers tumbles, Cash's fist, JJ leaves and Drury's Corner

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 23:52:57 GMT

An underwhelming start to the season but it's a start and we're podcasting!

Liam got overexcited at a wedding last week, Konsa got overexcited at the sight of Gordon and Marco Bizot impresses.

Jacob Ramsey bids his farewells to join Newcastle.

We debut a new segment called Drury's Corner.

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Things we need to bin for the new season | Set piece coaches taking over and Tom Brady

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:03:12 GMT

Hello! Sorry we went dark on you but that United game did things to us that required a lot of healing - but we're OVER IT. We're back! 2025/26 Aston Villa, hello.

We have plenty to talk about, plenty to put in the BIN and we need you to join our Fantasy Football league: https://fantasy.premierleague.com/leagues/auto-join/y2iar8

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Master Bramall, Maatsen balloon, Martinez buffoon

Mon, 26 May 2025 23:40:27 GMT

Arguments, regrets, and Europa League. Fitting to have an explosive last game of the season podcast. There was too much to talk about to make this our final pod of the season so there'll be a season review separately. Right now, it's all Man United v Aston Villa.

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Martinez the embodiment, Onana the unsung & the chances of UCL

Mon, 19 May 2025 23:23:53 GMT

Post Spurs pod is late but it's up-to-date with talking points, I promise!

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Europe, Watkins does it and Scott's foul on Mings

Sun, 11 May 2025 23:19:18 GMT

Three qualifications for Europe in three seasons. Emery keeps doing it. The only question is, which European competition will it be?

Fulham couldn't do it again for us... could they? We have the Rosenthal winner of the season and we have to stop and celebrate the club record Premier League goalscorer, Ollie Watkins.

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Carragher's consistency, Vidagany's tweet and Watkins' cup finals

Thu, 08 May 2025 15:19:08 GMT

Villa beat Fulham of course but there's a lot happening. The Spurs fixture has been rescheduled, Jamie Carragher has been contradicting himself over Trent Alexander Arnold coverage and Watkins has been missing chances whilst Tielemans does everything.

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Murder mystery special - who is to blame?

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 23:30:06 GMT

I know what you did last April. Crystal Palace toy with Aston Villa again. Ismaila Sarr proves he's the best player on earth again. Fingers are being pointed and we've narrowed it down to TEN prime suspects.

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Disasi's throw, MacPhee's media tour and the Watkins/Rashford conundrum

Tue, 22 Apr 2025 23:41:58 GMT

A gut punch in the 94th minute brings Villa's winning streak and unbeaten run to an end and puts Man City in a great spot for Champions League - and us in a tough spot.

We talk about another Emi Martinez mistake, leaving ourselves with too much to do and some of the tired decisions that cost us in this game.

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Emiliano Pirlo, Chesire Tindall and above-the-law Youri

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 23:35:22 GMT

Aston Villa dismantle Suadi Arabia to make it five Premier League wins in a row. Like Rory McIlroy, we're better when we're hunting and by God we're hunting. Modern Villa do clutch run-ins well.

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This is what football is all about

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:52:05 GMT

Proud. Sad. Hurt. Content.

Aston Villa are out of the Champions League after beating PSG 3-2 under the magic of Villa Park.

You can win while losing. We won.

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Pool cue Marco, penalty argument, and Malen numbers

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 23:38:54 GMT

Villa overcome Southampton but Ollie Watkins passes up two penalties that would've tied him as the club all-time Premier League top scorer... if he scored, which not everyone on the podcast thinks he would have.

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Emi's portal, Kamara's position, Enrique's celebrations

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 23:29:29 GMT

Is this tie over? PSG celebrations would make you think so. Unai Emery doesn't think that. A gut-punch of a late goal gives Paris a 3-1 win after Morgan Rogers put Aston Villa ahead briefly. A big game and outplayed, we're going to have plenty of podcast material.

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Humble Malen, timeless Tielemans and unhappy Unai

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 23:14:40 GMT

Villa beat Nottingham Forest to keep this spectacular run going and the squad is as healthy as it has ever been at the best possible time. We talk about the 2-1 win and look ahead to who next? Paris Saint Germain in the Champions League quarter finals.

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Matrix Watkins, Monster Emery, Marco numbers

Thu, 03 Apr 2025 23:32:06 GMT

Villa destroy Brighton away from home and there is a feeling that we're in the kitchen at the right time. The Stuart Atwell circus did roll into town though so there's a lot to discuss on top of Rashford's pace, Kamara's class and Pau's return.

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Rashford's cool, The Digne Meter, season-defining week

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 14:02:33 GMT

Aston Villa are back in the FA Cup semi-final and Marcus Rashford is up and running on the goalscoring front. Lucas Digne provides two assists after making every case to be brought off and Unai Emery has come back looking slick from his break away.

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Look me in the eye, clever Rashford, classic McGinn

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 15:03:40 GMT

Aston Villa are in the Champions League quarter finals. Club Brugge are wiped aside - eventually! That means there were enough groans for good WhatsApp Whinges and we even have two new award categories!

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Olsen's feet, Disasi loves it and Villa won't let us give up

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 22:35:38 GMT

An away win! A post-European win! Another win in March. Villa will not let us give up on our hope and a big win at Brentford keeps the league front still interesting with Champions League and FA Cup action to come this month.

Tonight we ask the question, "are we good or are we shite?"

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Spider Mings, Youri's arc, era-fusing Villa

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 00:34:01 GMT

Villa beat Club Brugge away from home in the Champions League and we put the ball into the mixer, we put the ball into the corridor of uncertainty and we have a penalty taker! This was fun.

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El Cabbagico, dangerous Rashford and poet Unai

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 00:08:33 GMT

Aston Villa draw Preston North End in the FA Cup quarter final. We talk about the significance of the tie, the opportunities this season still holds and, of course, the 2015 run of the great Tim Sherwood. We dissect the Cardiff game and marvel at the effect Rashford and Asensio are having on the team.

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Konsa forgets, McGinn oversees, Emery freaks out

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 00:32:56 GMT

Ooof. A bad night, weird decisions by Emery in terms of shape, players, mindset. Disappointing traits from players. But I promise the podcast is fun!

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Konsa's boot, Rashford's pace, Sky 6 beating

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 00:07:30 GMT

A come-from-behind last minute winner against Chelsea. It doesn't get much better!

What a night at Villa Park and what a story this is becoming for Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio.

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Disasi adventure, Darwin data and roundabout McGinn

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 00:39:03 GMT

A good game with Liverpool at Villa Park. A good point despite losing the lead.

Youri Tielemans and Ollie Watkins score but there's a lot to talk about including Mings coming back onto the WTF radar, Disasi coming into the filth category and Lucas Digne starring in his own horror movie.

Glenn Whelan tweets and McGinn's fashion takes also on the menu.

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Ankles-Up Ollie, Close Your Legs Rashford and Villa Park form

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 21:50:22 GMT

The only thing to make a home draw with Ipswich entertaining is Liam giving his thoughts, five beers deep.

Ollie Watkins is a record breaker and Marcus Rashford will start on Wednesday.

James Maddison hitting out at critics too.

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X-Rated Asensio, Ange's trenches, Marcus Rashford MBE

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:01:57 GMT

Well that was fun! Aston Villa turned on the style in a demolition of Spurs. The only caution is they'll rarely get to play against a team as open and clueless as that - but by God they looked good. Ramsey makes a lot of chances, and misses them. Asensio and Rashford treated the crowd but Donyell Malen was excellent.

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Rashford reaction, Emi inaction, VAR faction

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 23:33:22 GMT

Death, taxes, and Wolves away. Another bad peformance at Molineux and a bad defeat as Villa's injury list growns. Marcus Rashford is announced mid-record.

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JJ pace, Watkins rollercoaster and Duran is gone

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 00:30:42 GMT

Aston Villa are through to the last 16 of the Champions League!

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Lucas Digne: Centre Back | Watkins 100 | Onana 3310

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 23:54:35 GMT

Oh, that was a weird one. Aston Villa were phenomenal for a little bit. Then they weren't Then Lucas Digne got moved to centre back. Then our set piece routines got worse. Then we conceded. Then Martinez spilled the ball and we conceded again. But took a point. Let's talk.

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Emery expectation, Watkins/Duran link, Celtic in the way

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 23:47:08 GMT

Aston Villa put on a very disappointing performance and Unai Emery feels let down. The players seem to be not doing what he's asking when up against it and we look at the thread of boys who have come through the doldrums and how that affects them now.

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T1000 Villa, Captain Youri, and rude Arteta

Sun, 19 Jan 2025 00:35:23 GMT

A brilliant comeback from Villa earns a draw at the Emirates against Arsenal. Unai Emery keeps getting results against his old clubs. Tielemans and Kamara keep getting big performances from themselves.

Aston Villa's 2025 continues in fine form and we discuss the game, the Sky coverage, the referee and Mikel Arteta.

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Ollie's fight, Digne's revenge, 2025 Villa

Thu, 16 Jan 2025 16:24:01 GMT

Villa make it three from three for the new year after an away win at Everton. We discuss the winner, the litany of fines and Boubacar Kamara. Arsenal's Gabriel and Forest's wrestling are both on the menu too as David Moyes makes a return to Goodison.

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Potter and Gerrard, Buendia's celebrations, vertical Villa

Sun, 12 Jan 2025 23:46:09 GMT

I think it's fair to say the second half was better than the first half. Aston Villa advance to the FA Cup fourth round... again!!

A lot to talk about.

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Bailey connects, Maatsen injects and the 2010 League Cup final

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 16:57:40 GMT

A win gets 2025 up and running and Leon Bailey is back in the goals! Ian Maatsen delivers from the bench and Watkins delivers the usual shift and missed chances. Lots to talk through including the 2010 League Cup final.

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McGinn's skidmark, sleepy Konsa, and Watkins is back

Thu, 02 Jan 2025 20:46:52 GMT

Another frustrating result - and this is now the norm. A lot to talk about by way of chances, nice pieces of play, annoying decisions and predictable goals conceded. Happy new year!

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Tindall's ego, Anthony Taylor's logic, Villa's social media

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 00:24:42 GMT

The Jhon Duran red card and THREE GAME SUSPENSION dominates the top of the show as another trip to Saudi sees Villa getting burned. We discuss Emery's record v Eddie Howe and Villa's openness in these big away games of late.

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Morgan Elliot Rogers, Duran Burger and Grealish's three fingers

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 00:50:35 GMT

Rogers and Duran, the bash brothers, rip City apart. Youri Tielemans runs the show, Kamara and Onana run over the top of the Man City players who just stop running now and Jack Grealish has an eventful homecoming.

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The Big Pictureistas, Cash's 360, Martinez's save

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 21:26:07 GMT

A lot to let out this evening. We get straight into a discussion about The Big Pictureistas and the "scapegoating" arguments. We look at Emi Martinez' unbelievable save and ask does it matter when what happens happens. Another lead blown, more dropped points to Forest and more civil war in the Aston Villa fanbase. But it should be a fun listen!

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Captain Really Good Centre Forward and the chaos at the back

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 21:06:13 GMT

Jhon Duran shows his class and shows the touch of class he is learning in his post match interview too. A brilliant attacking performance from Villa mixed with some clangers in defence. Champions League Aston Villa are different gravy and Marco Rose and his comments ahead of the RB Leipzig game proved nothing but egg on his face in the end.

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Watkins radar, Duran knee-slides and the Carlos award

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 00:43:15 GMT

We need an award for Diego Carlos but we don't think it'd be clear what it's for. We need to talk about Ollie Watkins - another captain's armband on Fantasy Football unrewarded. And a discussion about how we feel after a result like that against Southampton at home.

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If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:46:57 GMT

Aston Villa win! Aston Villa play well! Aston Villa show the intensity, the hurt, the ambition. They stick together, they run together, they come together again.

A fun match and a fun podcast.

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Rogers on the ball, Jaden on the ground, Cash on throws

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 00:04:40 GMT

A lot of embarrassing WTF award nominations to discuss as Aston Villa are humbled at Chelsea. A poor performance again and the poor form of many players continues. We have to change something, right?

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Bailey's blow-away, Duran's chokehold and Carlos' run

Thu, 28 Nov 2024 17:26:09 GMT

A good performance, a decent result, a massive sense of unfairness. We pick the bones of the Juventus draw, the injustice, the chances, the Martinez save, the madness and the key moments.

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Counterfeit Villa, Watkins v Tiele, fines galore

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:45:29 GMT

Another uninspiring performance and another game without a win as Aston Villa come back from the 2-week break not looking like much has changed. We debate the penalty-taker for the club, look at the madness of the tactics we're deploying with the defensive personnel and discuss ways of moving forward, literally.

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MacPhee ego, Carlos assists, Watkins form

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 15:03:25 GMT

Losing to Liverpool at Anfield wouldn't feel as bad if we weren't on such a bad run. But we are.

Aston Villa are held at arm's length throughout a controlled Arne Slot performance. Some chances missed, some penalty shouts missed and Austin MacPhee, making sure he's never missed.

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John's head, Tyrone's hand, and Unai's dilemma

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 23:44:39 GMT

Aston Villa concede their first goal in the Champions League and lose their first game because Tyrone Mings picks the ball up and carries it in his own box during play.

Emery's team are struggling with how opposition sides are now playing against Villa's defence. What is going on recently? How do we stop it?

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McGinn calls rank, late changes and a meme wall

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 00:16:16 GMT

Humiliating day at Spurs to go along with what is a bad run of form for Aston Villa. 15 goals conceded in 10 league games and now we've been battered by Tottenham twice in a row.

A lot of management decisions to discuss, out of form players and continuous mistakes.

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Endgame Cash, Thereabouts Emi and life in perspective

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 22:55:34 GMT

Barkley or Cash for their goals? Barkley or Duran for the missed chances? Catch it or not for Emi Martinez? Bournemouth's 96th minute goal hit to the pit of the stomach. Thankfully, Liam was able to get proper perspective over the weekend.

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Aston Villa: To hell and back

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 19:16:13 GMT

From Jhon Duran's happy slaps on McGinn's shaved head, to Tielemans' cool interview and Villa attracting all the media love, it was another good night to be a fan, a lover of Unai Emery's Aston Villa.

Conán wants to savour this feeling. Remember.

Liam wants to chart the stages of hell, Aston Villa style.

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Just football Youri, Twitter Martinez and the new barber

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:23:32 GMT

Fresh haircuts for the boys and a big win for Villa. The squad is looking healthy, the rotation is looking sensible and Tielemans is bossing games. We discuss a big win at Fulham.

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Jones' mic, Rashford's tackle and Cash's long throw

Sun, 06 Oct 2024 23:37:13 GMT

A forgetful game but not a forgetful podcast! A lot to discuss including the Rob Jones/John Brooks dream team. That free kick routine. And Man United's injury crisis versus an actual injury crisis,

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Jaden's heart, Duran's landmines, Kompany's cap

Wed, 02 Oct 2024 23:59:17 GMT

Villa belong.

6 years ago today, Steve Bruce took charge of his final Aston Villa match. The journey since then has been incredible, culminating in tonight, beating Bayern Munich in the Champions League. And yet, it isn't even culminated, is it?

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Carlos' turn, Buendia's free kick and weird subs

Sun, 29 Sep 2024 23:21:58 GMT

A thoroughly disappointing performance from Aston Villa who were lucky to come away with a draw at Ipswich. A lot of Sunday League stuff going on, particularly with Diego Carlos. We discuss some of Emery's substitutions and pray to god Man United don't sack Ten Hag.

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New Barkley, cagey Carlos and time for Duran and Watkins?

Sun, 22 Sep 2024 23:07:47 GMT

Another comeback, another win. Another ropey start to a game against Wolves followed by a scintillating second half.

Now we ask, is it time for Jhon Duran and Watkins to play together?

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Beautiful pinstripes, cheeky corners & absolute screamers

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 23:30:57 GMT

Aston Villa are back in the Champions League and it looks like exactly where they belong.

Five goals against Young Boys, three of them count, more chances, and one hell of an opening night.

We also talk Declan Rice and Ange Postecoglou.

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Duran's reality, Dyche's t-shirt and podcast wars

Sat, 14 Sep 2024 23:36:27 GMT

Jhon Duran wins the game for Aston Villa again. A comeback win over Everton had plenty of positives and loads of talking points - including an FPL update, an Ireland season ticket update after the England game and Aston Villa FC moving in on The Villa Podcast.

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Ramsey mindset, Coote's Law, transfer deadline

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 20:29:43 GMT

A traumatic situation, being 2-0 up away to Leicester, but Aston Villa get the job done this time.

Unai Emery and Austin MacPhee's team deserved the win but there's plenty to talk about, including some bad habits we'd like to see ironed out.

Loads of Fantasy Football chat, believe it or not, and a look at Ten Hag's £600m versus Emery's £5m.

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Rogers filth, open nets, showy Gabriel

Sun, 25 Aug 2024 10:36:58 GMT

Good performance? Galling result.

Was this a six-pointer for Aston Villa against Arsenal?

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Villa are massive, Onana shines, standard Pau

Sat, 17 Aug 2024 22:35:35 GMT

We're back! And we're looking good on day one.

Aston Villa impressed away at West Ham where Areola delivered the milk again. Will Lopetegui stay for much longer?

Amadou Onana is the real deal whilst Konsa and Torres do it again.

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Duran, Dougie, Barkley, England, UFOs & Weimann

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 22:42:29 GMT

We're back with things we missed - Aston Villa edition, including Crystal Palace, transfers and season reviews.

And things we missed - non Villa edition, which is a hell of a lot also with the Euros, Ten Hag and Chelsea.

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Monstrous Chambers, Carlos' clearance and Champions League

Tue, 14 May 2024 23:49:37 GMT

We did it! Aston Villa have qualified for the Champions League and we have A LOT to talk about. Great stuff from the Liverpool game, terrible stuff from the Liverpool game. Amazing stuff from the season. The stacked quotes of the week and the outfits at the AVFC Player of the Season awards.

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Face-planting, power-driving and whinging

Fri, 10 May 2024 17:29:00 GMT

The European adventure is over but we still enjoyed this podcast. Please listen...

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The finish line, the penalties, the enjoyment

Sun, 05 May 2024 22:43:43 GMT

One game closer believe it or not. One Villa win or one more Spurs loss and we've made it to the Champions League. My God! So why does it feel so painful right now?

More injuries, less shots and a team we are so proud of crawling to the end.

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The onside trap, the Dougie dip and Spurs

Thu, 02 May 2024 23:28:50 GMT

A bad night, a bad referee but who really thinks we can't beat Olympiacos by two goals? We talk about all six in the Villa Park encounter, the bad habits of some of our players and limping over the line as this amazing season comes to a close.

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Carlos' cigarette, Chelsea's children and Olsen's point

Sun, 28 Apr 2024 23:21:11 GMT

Potentially the worst performance of the season so in that sense, we have to say this was a good point! Villa are in control of their top 4 destiny as this spectacular season is reaching its crescendo but we do have some major WTF moments to discuss.

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Upside-down crest, easy Rogers and self-care

Sun, 21 Apr 2024 22:32:18 GMT

Aston Villa move six clear of Spurs in fourth place with a comeback win over Bournemouth featuring scintillating football, a Diaby redemption, Glitch Konsa is back and Tielemans continues to endear himself.

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Martinez psychology, Cash confidence and talkSport

Fri, 19 Apr 2024 17:55:10 GMT

Villa are through to a European semi final! It wasn't pretty... until Martinez got cooking - then it was beautiful.

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Tiele triangles, Braveheart Bailey and Arsenal’s Emery hatred

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 17:25:09 GMT

What a performance from a serious football team with a world class manager. Unai Emery’s Aston Villa do the double over Arsenal and my God they were brilliant. The Weimann Meter is competitive today.

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Help Emi, frank Ollie and Coefficient FC

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 23:29:55 GMT

A win in a European quarter-final, this has to be celebrated! Yes, there are things to be worried but there's also reason to smile and we tussle with that on tonight's podcast.

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Tielemans tank, Salisbury stamp, United uncertainty

Sat, 06 Apr 2024 23:37:50 GMT

Cross the ball against Aston Villa and you'll score. Brentford realised that for 9 minutes and thankfully they didn't keep going. A game that was in the back thrown away as we stumble toward the line.

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Wiped out Villa, Pep's burner and Robin Martinez

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 23:38:37 GMT

A bad night with a bad team as Villa go down to Man City.

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O'Neil propaganda, camera-shy McGinn and Zaniolo shockwaves

Sat, 30 Mar 2024 23:24:25 GMT

Villa eat wolves for dinner as Diaby strokes in a rasper and Zaniolo and Duran cause carnage from the bench. A good performance and a great win.

We discuss Gary O'Neil, United's top four credentials, Morgan Rogers' decision over breakfast and Mings and McGinn on camera.

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Blurry Bailey, rich Cash and Moyes' West Ham

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 21:49:21 GMT

A point from the jaws of defeat! A lot of drama to dissect and a lot of Matt Cash praise incoming

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Wrecking ball Duran & Bailey defies the laws of classical mechanics

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 18:32:17 GMT

Duran's left foot, Bailey's physics, Diaby's confidence and Jordan Henderson's walk. An enjoyable night and an enjoyable podcast and time for some England squad announcement of course.

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Dear John, timid tactics and Zaniolo's complaints

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 20:33:02 GMT

A near-fatal blow to Aston Villa's top 4 prospects as we lose our captain, our confidence and our control in the Premier League race. Unai Emery set the team up more defensively and a nervous mindset overwhelmed Villa's approach. Mistakes, a red card, another gluttony of goals, mixed in with some posturing instead of running back. A bad day.

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Dead ball specialist Hendo and centre back McGinn

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 23:15:04 GMT

Weird refereeing performance makes things hazy and confusing on another weird night in Amsterdam. Villa take a draw back to Villa Park without a good performance so it's an even bigger week ahead now.

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Kenilworth dimensions, Watkins stats and unnecessary corners

Sat, 02 Mar 2024 22:35:27 GMT

Aston Villa win ANOTHER ONE - and it's in spite of conceding from set pieces again! Lucas Digne is the hero, Ollie Watkins is elite and Unai Emery sees enough and makes a triple substitution.

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'Only Leon Bailey', straightforward Youri and Beale's Twitter

Sat, 24 Feb 2024 21:34:30 GMT

Incisive, dynamic, beautiful attacking Aston Villa were back in force at Villa Park as Nottingham Forest got sliced open time and time again. Our defensive set piece scandal continued to briefly make a game out of it but world class Leon Bailey put it to bed again. Meanwhile, Pep calls all the journalists a bunch of losers and they love it and we discuss Michael Beale's Twitter propaganda.

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War-time Villa, up for it Cash and 10-goal Traore

Sat, 17 Feb 2024 22:46:23 GMT

Aston Villa are back in the top four with 13 games to go. Excited? We are, again. It's war time now, we're in the trenches. Let's go!

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Ramsey mentality, 70-minute Bailey and mixer United

Mon, 12 Feb 2024 22:11:06 GMT

Imagine losing six points to that Man United team. We finally get around to discussing the sickening nature of the latest Aston Villa defeat, probably the worst of them all despite playing so well. And there's a lot on the menu from Neville, to Bobby Jones, to Ramsey to Bailey to Austin to Carlos.

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Casual Kamara, aimless Carlos and Emery's press conference

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 23:25:02 GMT

Out of the domestic cup again. Thumped at home again. Chelsea completely get the better of Aston Villa, Nicolas Jackson even scores. And we have to talk about it.

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Emery anger, Wilder plan, Bertie honour

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 23:16:44 GMT

The boys are back in town after thumping the most depressing team in the league. Youri Tielemans impresses, Konsa dazzles and Watkins kills as a fired up Unai Emery forces Aston Villa to bounce back.

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Broken Diaby, dancing Bailey and sustainability

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:42:35 GMT

After the unbelievable highs of 2023, it's been a rough six weeks. And we're trying to figure out what happens next and more importantly, what's the point?

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Youri Rosenthal, Lenglet assist and Klopp leaving

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 00:51:26 GMT

The football is back but it starts with FA Cup and it starts with a draw and a replay and we're not really sure how to feel about it. Plus Jurgen Klopp is stepping down as Liverpool manager and the Ireland hotseat cools down.

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Diego trap, Coote's rules, downward Dougie

Sun, 14 Jan 2024 22:55:39 GMT

A frustrating day at Goodison Park as Villa fail to capitalise against a poor Everton team. Emery's side gifted Sean Dyche what they wanted too often and were actually fortunate their big chance fell to Calvert Lewin. Alex Moreno and Lenglet have goals disallowed but we have a lot to get off the chest.

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Cash slash, Leander shimmy and Spurs academy

Sat, 06 Jan 2024 23:17:16 GMT

Aston Villa win an FA Cup match! It wasn't the prettiest affair but there's a lot to talk about from the trip to Middlesbrough.

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Defensive Duran, Lenglet's curtains and in your own time Dougie

Mon, 01 Jan 2024 14:47:04 GMT

2023 - the greatest year yet? Conán thinks so... and it's all Unai Emery related. Aston Villa start 2024 joint top of the Premier League table after a late Douglas Luiz penalty spared the blushes of Diaby and Ramsey and Diaby and Watkins and Diaby in a Rosenthal Award to rival the best of them. We talk about Austin McPhee's new inventions, Lenglet and Diego Carlos running mechanics and big Jhon Duran's impact off the bench.

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Nightmare after Christmas, offside Bruno and mortality

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 15:59:28 GMT

The worst performance of the Unai Emery era? Aston Villa serve up a Christmas stinker of the vintage variety as it all goes wrong at Old Trafford and a lot of Manchester United characters get their redemption story.

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Anthony Taylor, big Zaniolo and a merry Christmas

Sun, 24 Dec 2023 12:15:27 GMT

They just couldn't let us enjoy Aston Villa being on top at Christmas, could they? Villa's draw with Sheffield United had something to be heartened about but for the most part, it was a disappointing evening. We look through the decisions, the non-decisions and the performances ahead of the Man United trip.

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Emi Ball v Emery Ball, Thomas Frank and Weimann Moreno

Sun, 17 Dec 2023 20:26:48 GMT

A LOT to talk about as Aston VIlla come from behind to beat Brentford. We go through all the incidents of a tetchy encounter, all the Shithousery nominations and all the WTFs - looking at you, Leon Bailey!

Watkins and Konsa show they're Villa men through and through and Alex Moreno drags himself back from the break like only Andi Weimann could.

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Menacing celebrations, Torres the footballer, watery Arsenal

Sun, 10 Dec 2023 13:41:49 GMT

Aston Villa want more. You can see it all over their faces. We break down another spectacular evening at Villa Park, full of flashpoints and chances and topless Diego Carlos. Leon Bailey's improvement, Emi Martinez's different mentality for Arsenal, and Pau Torres the elite footballer - not the "good for a defender" footballer. We also talk about the interviews of John McGinn and Martinez after the game.

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Bailey bonanza, Smash Bros McGinn, perfect Villa

Thu, 07 Dec 2023 00:52:01 GMT

Never have Pep Guardiola's Man City been outplayed like that. Unai Emery's Aston Villa strung them up at Villa Park and gave us one of the most complete performances in most of our lifetimes. Aggressive, hungry, smart, strong, class, relentless. Villa have arrived.

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Konsa role, Torres ball and January window

Sun, 03 Dec 2023 22:54:30 GMT

Ollie Watkins' screamer header ended a frustrating day on a high but it feels like an opportunity missed for Aston Villa. We talk about Ezri Konsa's role and Emery subbing him off, the need for reinforcements and the City game ahead on Wednesday.

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Villa progress, Romero picture and Steve Bruce for Ireland

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:04:42 GMT

Where has Austin MacPhee been hiding these Douglas Luiz free kicks?! Villa progress in an eventful night in Europe. Crowd trouble, a Watkins injury and game of football. We also look at the Spurs reaction to Matt Cash, Steve Bruce's odds being slashed for the Ireland job and what if Jack Grealish never got injured in 2021?

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Bailey tracking, Duran tackling and Rocky III

Sun, 26 Nov 2023 21:52:03 GMT

9 wins out of 13 for Aston Villa. Top four. And on this episode, Liam discusses the difference between Unai Emery and Conán trying to cross a river. Emi Martinez does match-winning bits, Tielemans changes the game and we look at Everton's 10-point deduction as Pep and Man City look on.

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McGinn's body count, snappy Tielemans and Villa's opportunity

Sun, 12 Nov 2023 21:56:43 GMT

13 home wins in a row in the league - it's actually frightening how consistent Unai Emery's Aston Villa team is. We talk about how the Champions League door is being left ajar for Villa this season (54:50) even if some in the media can't compute it. Have we seen the Rosenthal to end all? (34:36)

And in WhatsApp Whinges (18:01) we discuss the use of the bench and a real-life text is brought to attention.

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Boubacar Rosenthal, Lionel Konsa and United's standards

Thu, 09 Nov 2023 23:57:59 GMT

Konsa at right back is a thing of beauty sometimes, even when it looks like he's going to lose the ball - he doesn't. Villa look like they're on their way through their Europa Conference League group with a win over AZ Alkmaar and the first goal came with a lot of luck as Kamara won a corner for the miss of the season. We talk future managers, Man United Twitter and answer listener-submitted questions.

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Cash broke, Martinez handouts, and a stud in the hole

Sun, 05 Nov 2023 18:27:35 GMT

Can we never just lose a game without this feeling? Nottingham Forest hand Emery's Villa their third defeat of the season. A lot of WTF awards to go through, every chance ballooned over the bar and should we move Diaby's position in these games?

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Messi-lite Diaby, pow Pau and Ross Barkley

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 21:00:59 GMT

A fun show as Aston Villa rack up another home win and ease to victory over Luton. Diaby runs the show this time, Pau Torres and Lucas Digne continue to impress, Watkins is denied the season's greatest assist and were we looking at Peter Enckelman all wrong?

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Welcome Tielemans, dealing with media spotlight, dinner party guests

Thu, 26 Oct 2023 22:28:24 GMT

Aston Villa make light work of AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands as Youri Tielemans and Leon Bailey shine. Some nice goals and moments to talk through before we get to the Issue of the Week: How do we deal with being on everyone's radar now?

Liam answers some FPL dilemmas and we do dinner party guests.

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Emery's walk, Diaby's face, Moyes' anger, Villa's world

Sun, 22 Oct 2023 21:22:58 GMT

That's 10-2 in the last two games at Villa Park against Aston Villa's disruptor rivals. Emery bounces on, literally, keen to waste no time. Sky obsess over Lucas Paqueta as Douglas Luiz runs the show. Ezri Konsa leaves Antonio crest-fallen and Matt Cash brings the dog to the fight. New-look Leon Bailey continues to rip it up and his socks aren't the only thing impressing. WhatsApp Whinges (19:55) features David Coote and that positioning of the James Ward Prowse free kick, before some of our own set pieces to discuss - for good and bad! - in the Tactics Awards (40:10) and a tasty Weimann Meter to update at 50:09.

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Dogged Digne, lucky Doherty, careless Dougie and Gary O'Neill

Sun, 08 Oct 2023 20:33:44 GMT

Another tough game playing Wolves that started well, got bad fast and picked up in injury time. Villa had big chances to win it all at the death and Wolves had their opportunities too as a down week for Douglas Luiz saw no control in midfield. Matt Doherty finally catches up with an attacker only to bundle Watkins over but another good process from VAR lets it go. We also talk Arsenal v Man City and the new strategy Ten Hag should lean into.

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McGinn header! Konsa and England and Gerrard's Insta

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 23:09:21 GMT

What a night as injury time John McGinn heroics deliver Aston Villa's first win of the Europa Conference League group stage. Matt Cash and Bertie T combine to set up the HEADER as Zaniolo gets closer and closer to the spectacular volley he's after. We talk about Gareth Southgate's England squad, his comments about Ollie Watkins and his exclusion of Ezri Konsa before discussing Troy Deeney's take on Harry Kane and dive into the Instagram accounts of Steven Gerrard and Robbie Keane. Finished up with the Question Box.

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Respect Emery, Fantasy Watkins, FIFA cards, VAR

Mon, 02 Oct 2023 21:42:41 GMT

As well as Aston Villa crushing Brighton, as well as Ollie Watkins banging in another hat-trick and Dougie showing serious pace, Matt Cash's performance and McGinn's domination, we have FIFA cards to go through, VAR controversy, Michael Beale, Gareth Southgate and Pep Guardiola to talk about!

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Tielemans makes his point, Dendoncker tries to take a touch, Cash shoots

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 22:44:18 GMT

Another cup defeat for Unai Emery's Aston Villa and comfortably one of the worst performances in his time. A handful of changes was enough to take Villa from a team that coasted by Chelsea to a team that genuinely got destroyed by Sean Dyche's Everton. Youri Tielemans was unhappy with game time and tonight he got far too much game time. A lot to talk about as Villa blow the chance to make the last 16 of a League Cup that no longer includes Man City.

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Watkins strikes back, Martinez tongue, Poch job

Sun, 24 Sep 2023 19:08:10 GMT

Aston Villa bounce back and Ollie Watkins comes back! 1-0 at Stamford Bridge as a thoroughly underwhelming Chelsea are put to bed. Boubacar Kamara dominates for Unai Emery, Zaniolo nutmegs, Konsa Royce and Pochettino's record. Even some MUTUAL fashion talk before Aaron Ramsdale and the North London Derby.

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Chambers, Castore, Sancho and Ozil

Thu, 21 Sep 2023 22:06:54 GMT

Hammered in Poland as Aston Villa start their return to European football with a defeat. Unai Emery gave a chance to some of his squad players and for quite a few of them, they might soon run out of chances. Legia Warsaw won 3-2 as Ernest Muci ran riot. Not a good night for Youri Tielemans and we talk about Watkins' confidence too as well as the newest batch of Would You Sign Him Just In Case players.

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Dougie bottle, Darren England stones, Diaby for life

Sat, 16 Sep 2023 22:18:50 GMT

Like we always said, Darren England is the world’s greatest referee. What a day at Villa Park and what an impact Jhon Duran and Leon Bailey made off the bench. Douglas Luiz is running the show at Aston Villa and Conán is reading a lot into a Moussa Diaby tweet. We have a lot more fun things to talk about, which don't include Steve Bruce being lined up for the Ireland job.

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The Passion of Villa, Anfield torture, MacPhee performance

Sun, 03 Sep 2023 23:13:43 GMT

Hammering session at Anfield as Liverpool make Aston Villa look meek. Two goals from corners (again) and a totally lacklustre display on and off the ball leaves a sour taste going into the international break - but at least we have Evan Ferguson to look forward (Ireland, not Villa). Some United v Arsenal chat and Mike Dean's promising punditry career.

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Duran numbers, Southgate decisions, Villa wedding list

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 22:54:48 GMT

Aston Villa are through to the group stages of the Europa Conference League as Unai Emery fielded another strong squad to finish off Hibernian, Jhon Duran scored again and Leon Bailey looked dangerous again. We talk about the game, Pep's recent transfer comments, Gareth Southgate's latest England squad and answer listener-submitted questions.

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Diaby Ball, cold Cash and Mad Dog

Sun, 27 Aug 2023 23:25:22 GMT

Agricultural Cash? More like Cultured Cash! Matt Cash is the hero this time as Villa beat Burnley and bang in their 12th goal in a week. Unai Emery has steered the ship back on track and he changed formation today, dealt with a change in keeper, and continued John McGinn and Moussa Diaby on their onward journeys to becoming the world’s greatest players.

Believe it or not, Jason Tindall also made the news today. The Newcastle manager celebrated too early trying to make a meme of himself - he succeeded in that, not the way he wanted to.

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Don't go Digne, Bertie T piss-taking, Lee Johnson's wardrobe

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 22:00:01 GMT

Our first European game in 13 years begins with an Ollie Watkins hat-trick, some Bertie T tomfoolery and Lucas Digne giving us all a treat - hopefully, as it turns out, not a goodbye one.

Introducing our new Euro podcast with listener submitted questions to round us off.

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Mint Bailey, Superman Pickford, tactical McGinn

Mon, 21 Aug 2023 14:00:40 GMT

Leon Bailey’s right foot is back. John McGinn’s lethal backside is back. Aston Villa are back.

A 4-0 breeze past Sean Dyche’s relegation fodder sees Villa back into the top 10. Everton are in big trouble, Jordan Pickford’s flailing limbs aren’t helping, but Unai Emery and the boys move forward.

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Soaking jerseys and ripped hearts: Welcome back

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 22:30:45 GMT

Welcome to the new season, what do you think of the place? Season 4 of The Villa Podcast begins and it feels like we haven't moved at all. Newcastle tear Villa apart as mistakes and sitters and formation rejigs amount to a bad afternoon. Matt Cash and Leon Bailey on the right hand side gets discussed once or twice, the optics of the Castore jersey, some of Emery's decisions and Tindall and Howe on the sideline. The one positive was Moussa Diaby but we have a lot to talk about. You too, Harry Kane.

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Ashley Young, Whelan or Westwood, The Ultimate Weimann Meter

Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:04:38 GMT

In the End of Season awards we discuss the sad news of Ashley Young leaving the club, we do a Fantasy Draft of The Villa Podcast before choosing the Weimann Meter champion of 2022/23. There's also time for Ten Hag's speech and the worst managerial appointment of the season.

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Thank you Unai, McGinn arc, honest Digne

Sun, 28 May 2023 22:18:54 GMT

We did it!!!! Unai Emery has brought Aston Villa in its entirety together.

But Questions We Can't Answer (47:47) threatened to tear us apart again as Conán and Liam disagree on the players' fashion choices for the End of Season Awards and we bring back Sliding Doors to ask What If Gerrard was given the full season.

Loads of praise thrown out in our penultimate podcast of the season against a hungover Roberto De Zerbi.

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Injury time, co-commentators and JJ attitude

Sun, 21 May 2023 15:51:43 GMT

A battle at Anfield puts Aston Villa's Conference League destiny in their own hands but Liverpool weren't all happy by what they seen.

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McGinn dominates, Kane goes down, Villa are back

Sat, 13 May 2023 20:28:45 GMT

A lot to talk about today! The feel-good vibe is back after an Unai Emery performance comes back in time for the return to Villa Park and maybe one last kick for Europe. McGinn gets all the praise for basically doing everything, Mings is highlighted and Peter Bankes and Jared Gillet's performances are dissected. We even have time to talk Glenn Whelan and Jason Tindal and Bruno Fernandes - the trifecta.

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Bailey for Bertie, MacPhee messing, Big Sam

Sat, 06 May 2023 19:06:09 GMT

Looks like the fun is over as Wolves spoil Villa again. A lot to discuss including Villa's press, their set pieces and their subs. But Big Sam's loss to the podcasting world isn't all bad.

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Bruno celebration, Watkins drought, Rice or Dendoncker

Mon, 01 May 2023 21:58:56 GMT

United win at Old Trafford and Erik Ten Hag deserves some credit for doing a job on Villa. Bruno Fernandes doesn't deserve as much credit as he's giving himself though and Villa did still miss some big chances to discuss.

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Quarterback Mings, 5th place Villa and Dan James

Tue, 25 Apr 2023 23:06:41 GMT

8 wins out of 10. That's nice enough, isn't it? A tired Villa ripped through Fulham in the first half and saw it out in the second with Mings and Dougie running the show. Buendia argues with Watkins, McGinn is becoming Mr Reliable and Bertie T makes a tackle, of sorts. An old friend Daniel James is back on Liam's radar.

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Mings from downtown, commentary nightmare, Olsen returns

Sun, 23 Apr 2023 22:39:11 GMT

19 games in a row Aston Villa have now scored - some lost faith a lot more during this one and wanted the team to resort to desperation tactics. Brentford are a good side, and Unai Emery's team still could've stole it at the end. We discuss missed chances, the worst commentary team ever, Maguire v De Gea, Konsa v Dendoncker and Arsenal blowing the league.

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McGinn bullies Burn, Southgate can't look, Gadget Man returns

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 16:21:24 GMT

The most complete Aston Villa performance in a long time. Jason Tindall’s high-flying Newcastle United are humbled at Villa Park as yet another Unai Emery masterclass puts Villa firmly in the European hunt.

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Mourinho's Traore, offside Forest, Lampard's Chelsea

Sat, 08 Apr 2023 19:35:11 GMT

Aston Villa win. That’s what they do. Forest are the latest victims of The Bertie Burger. A tough slog of a match but Villa are into the top 6 and Ollie Watkins keeps on scoring.

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The Bertie T podcast, elite Unai Emery, Ollie Watkins

Tue, 04 Apr 2023 23:42:37 GMT

5 wins from 6 undefeated games! How did Aston Villa steal a march on world football to hire Unai Emery? His greatest feat? Recalling Bertrand Traore and by God we have all eaten well tonight. What a hero Bertie T has turned out to be. What a time to be a Villa fan. And what clutch from Watkins - not just his goalscoring, his saving at the other end.

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Aggressive Moreno, Villa GPT, Tactics Tim

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 23:52:51 GMT

9 wins from 15 for that man Unai Emery. These Aston Villa boys are on fire. Douglas Luiz gets the highest praised possible bestowed on him, Alex Moreno sets the tone and John McGinn, man. Tim Sherwood is back and the podcast takes an artificial intelligence turn at WhatsApp Whinges but not all of the co-presenters are happy about it...

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Monster Cash, tiger-eyes Ramsey, The New Aston Villa

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 22:17:13 GMT

Douglas Luiz, Jacob Ramsey and Emi Buendia cap a beautiful day at Villa Park as Unai Emery rocks up to what some Bournemouth fans were calling their “playground” and he toyed with them.

Matt Cash was brilliant, Leon Bailey even got an assist and Villa got a sight of the top 10 of the Premier League.

Some days are good.

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Bertie T returns, Dougie rise, Cash interview & MOTD

Sun, 12 Mar 2023 19:08:48 GMT

Emi Buendia v Danny Ings had nothing to do with football but it was symptomatic of Villa's approach to defending corners. Emi Martinez had an un-Martinez like game and Callum Chambers was thrown into midfield again. A lot of fun in today's podcast, even from that game!

Matt Cash has another insightful interview on Emery and we imagine what Match of the Day could have done if we were producers and needed to fill the seats.

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Buendia's Aston Villa, McGinn's buttocks, Ramsey's confidence

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 23:54:17 GMT

Results Man Emery makes it two in a row again for Aston Villa and two clean sheets. Patrick Vieira's poor Crystal Palace side were put away at Villa Park as Doucoure does everything he can to get sent off. Bad news on Boubacar Kamara but McGinn and Buendia and Cash have really stepped up but JJ's form is off. We also discuss the new Anti-Martinez Rule, Wilfried Zaha and the Villa players arriving for training.

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Action McGinn, Dyche's secret, Watkins and Saudi

Mon, 27 Feb 2023 01:08:58 GMT

Away win at Everton as Ollie Watkins makes it five from five and John McGinn's Unai Emery rise continues. Conán and Liam are in a good mood and Emi Buendia feels it. Time too for some Man United and Saudi Arabia chat.

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Dangerous Villa, childish Villa, another gilet at Villa

Sun, 19 Feb 2023 00:10:59 GMT

Aston Villa can make goals happen. They can also give them away like there nobody's business. Arsenal let off the hook today as Unai Emery's side show their best and their very, very worst in a gradually fading performance.

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Grealish dive, Pep's legacy, Neville's eyes, start Duran

Sun, 12 Feb 2023 22:29:02 GMT

Well... that was hard to stomach, Jack Grealish is on top of the menu today as Aston Villa go down to Man City. Gary Neville's demise continues as he tries to speak about the dive, about Haaland's challenge on Martinez, about the 115 charges the Premier League have brought on City.

In WhatsApp Whinges (17:41), we discuss the City fans feeling sorry for themselves, their protests against the PL and Pep Guardiola's decision to come out batting for the club - and Liam brings a bat to Pep Guardiola's career too.

The Awards kick off at 31:43 before we get introduced to Nathan Jones (54:29) on his way out the door.

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Emergency WTF, Ramsey v Watkins, Bertie T binge

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 22:40:42 GMT

Four goals, four mistakes, Villa gift Brendan Rodgers' Leicester an away win at Villa Park and all that's left to do is figure out which was the worst... of a lot of things.

An emergency WTF summit is called for the top of the show as we sift through the goals.

WhatsApp Whinges (19:16) doles out the fines and anticipates the return of Bertrand Traore.

Liam's Jacob Ramsey is pitted against Conán's Ollie Watkins in a super competitive Rosenthal Award (23:26).

The You Let Glenn Whelan Take a 90th Minute Penalty Award (45:56) and the return of the Paul Lambert and Remi Garde awards (49:53) to mark this special occasion.

Matt Cash discussion at 55:20.

Questions We Can't Answer (58:04) introduces Liam to Chelsea's terrible social media video and we discuss their transfers, Sean Dyche (and Frank Lampard).

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Villa are in the mix! Watkins > Ings and "elite" Mings

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 20:34:23 GMT

Another away win! Unai Emery makes it five wins in his first seven Premier League games as manager of Aston Villa. Ollie Watkins' header from a Douglas Luiz free kick settled this but Villa had their luck which Liam and Conán discuss. Also, the very real possibility of a European challenge - how on earth do we ready ourselves for this? Danny Ings departs for West Ham and the timing confuses everyone whilst Chelsea continue to spend and to seemingly no avail.

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Kamara and Dua Lipa, magic man Bailey, Rashford receipts

Sat, 14 Jan 2023 19:08:27 GMT

Aston Villa win again and it's not just Unai Emery's coat that catches attention, his beautiful Instagram message too. Leon Bailey The Enigma Part XXVI gives us more food for thought but there are some disagreements about where Ashley Young and Alex Moreno belong on The Weimann Meter.

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Harry Maguire, Bailey and cup manager Unai

Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:01:06 GMT

Liam returns and there's a lot to talk about. Villa beat Spurs, Bailey beats the keeper against Wolves and misses, everyone is off the boil against Stevenage - except John McGinn.

Harry Maguire is f**king linked to Aston Villa, David De Gea is still being paid and Villa are out of all cup competitions. Happy new year.

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Rosenthal spirit, MacPhee relapses, unpredictable Nunez

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 01:13:16 GMT

Aston Villa and Liverpool play out a ding dong encounter and this podcast revolves mostly around one question: Are Aston Villa good? They're good and bad, it seems. Both teams miss loads of chances with Darwin Nunez leading the way for Liverpool but Watkins, McGinn and Bailey play out an exciting Rosenthal Award category.

With tactics talk, the lack of subs and even Dean Smith on the menu too, the podcast ends with a reminder that we won't be podcasting after the Spurs game!

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Emi Martinez Shithousery Award, Loris and things we missed

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 21:11:48 GMT

Merry Christmas! Conán is back with a list of Aston Villa items we've missed since the Premier League took a break, Liam isn't impressed with some of the items on the list. The World Cup ended with a cracker final and we dissect it, some questions falling out from the tournament in general and from England's progress and we manage to fit some time (a lot of time) into Emi Martinez's antics.

This was a lot of fun!

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Martinez mayhem, 6-4-0, Carra misses his mate and Ronaldo interview

Mon, 14 Nov 2022 01:44:42 GMT

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Robin Olsen X Meryl Streep, Neil Cutler X Ben Foster, England's squad

Fri, 11 Nov 2022 01:44:56 GMT

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Big boy JJ, Watkins heart, Martinez's hat-trick

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 22:44:48 GMT

Good boy Dougie Luiz, honest boy Ollie Watkins and Meat Grinder Matt Cash all in for love on today's show.

Van De Beek, Lisandro Martinez and David De Gea all in for the opposite.

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Emery on Twitter, Almiron Fantasy, Messi x Phil Neville

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:15:26 GMT

Unai Emery arrives at Aston Villa training and he arrives in a tracksuit! We go straight over to get Liam's thoughts.

Big cull at Bodymoor Heath too as Neil Cutler is the latest coach to leave. Harry Kane tries dancing, Antonio Conte struggles for the spark.

Is Miguel Almiron capable of keeping this up? His career suggests not but...

Lionel Messi and Phil Neville are finally about to get together and Rangers fans try poking fun at Celtic.

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Coutinho mood, Olsen moves, Southgate merry

Sun, 30 Oct 2022 21:18:42 GMT

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Emery excitement, talkSPORT spin, stuttering City

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 23:10:29 GMT

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King Leon, good craic Danks, Villa's new world

Sun, 23 Oct 2022 19:14:22 GMT

Up the Villa!!

The Aaron Danks Good Craic Meter (15:35)

Good tactics means the Tim Sherwood award is back! (35:00)

Questions We Can't Answer featuring Roy Keane, Ronaldo and an awkward Villa bus home on Thursday (1:01:56)

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Steven Gerrard sacked mid-podcast

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 23:34:14 GMT

Tonight's podcast is a journey! It starts before Gerrard got sacked - but obviously the mood is agitating for him to be put out of his misery. But at (30:09) the news comes in that Aston Villa have parted ways with the Steven Gerrard. So enjoy the real-time freshness of this journey. And of course we finish with awards - out of respect to Stevie.

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50p Mings, Gerrard's counting, Bailey sub

Mon, 17 Oct 2022 01:48:49 GMT

A defeat at Villa Park as Chelsea come through an impressive first half from Steven Gerrard's side. A lot of weird tactical decisions during the game are discussed in the award categories (23:29). And we have time for Jurgen Klopp's comments on State-owned football clubs and Pep Guardiola's latest Anfield meltdown (45:02).

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McGinn's header, Young's screamer, Roy Keane's simple view

Tue, 11 Oct 2022 00:02:47 GMT

A draw at Nottingham Forest for Steven Gerrard and Aston Villa. Stacked show tonight. WhatsApp Whinges including Coutinho's form and a Steve Bruce special (17:37). An award specifically for John McGinn (32:37) and Questions We Can't Answer touches on Arsenal and Ireland's Euro 2024 qualifying draw (56:35).

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Gerrard on Archer, Conte on Doherty, World Cup kick off times

Wed, 05 Oct 2022 23:38:20 GMT

In the general football podcast, we delve back into some Aston Villa fallout missed from Steven Gerrard's press conference. Antonio Conte has given Matt Doherty a tough gauntlet for his Spurs comeback whilst Rangers take criticism for their performance at Liverpool, strangely. Manchester United have a new leadership group, again. And some World Cup chat begins.

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Villa time-wasting, Watkins chances, Purslow arrogance

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 21:16:14 GMT

Steven Gerrard is looking more and more agitated as Aston Villa look more and more unconvincing. The latest bore-fest sees Villa unable to break down 10-man Leeds United at Elland Road.

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Maguire and Southgate, Kenny and McGinn

Wed, 28 Sep 2022 23:30:40 GMT

Can England still win the World Cup? Even with the Maguire/Southgate combo?

Can Stephen Kenny see through his Ireland project? Even with hiccups, most recently against Armenia.

And we have to talk about the Scottish McGinn and Austin McPhee.

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Howe & Tindall, Grealish and England, Ronaldo disrespect

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 23:30:35 GMT

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Horizontal McGinn, justice for Dougie, Alpine Klopp

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 23:46:59 GMT

Aston Villa win 1-0 at home to Southampton but it wasn't a convincing performance from Steven Gerrard's team. A goal from Jacob Ramsey is enough for all three points but there are some issues with the players and the tactical decisions. And we talk about an All-Star game and Liverpool's woes.

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It's a Young man's game, Villa bite, Dougie & Kamara

Sat, 03 Sep 2022 22:17:16 GMT

Here we go! Something to smile about. Something to cheer about. Something to be proud of!

Aston Villa deliver a heartening performance at Villa Park to draw 1-1 with Man City. Leon Bailey cancelled out Erling Haaland's goal but Steven Gerrard and his team should've had all three points after a perfectly legitimate Philippe Coutinho goal was chalked off because the Premier League referees don't know the rules.

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Martinez muddled, Purslow priorities, Newcastle narrative

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 23:51:05 GMT

Another night, another defeat. Nobody was surprised by the result at the Emirates as Arsenal are the latest to roll Aston Villa over. Mikel Arteta's team have more backbone this season but the pressure mounts on Steven Gerrard.

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Steven Gerrard, Bailey's agent and England's Golden Generation

Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:58:28 GMT

3 losses from 4 games for Aston Villa to start the 2022/23 Premier League campaign. Manager Steven Gerrard promised things would be different after a pre-season with the group... they're worse. Villa Park boos rang out as West Ham were the latest team to benefit from a confidence booster at Villa and Christian Purslow is coming under increasing scrutiny as Arsenal and Man City await Gerrard's team.

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Van Dijk v Milner, shithousing Marsch, Newcastle spend

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 23:54:37 GMT

What a mad week of Premier League football it has been (and Douglas Luiz scoring corners!) and The Villa Podcast is back with TVP Thursday, United v Liverpool from Monday Night Football is on the menu as Liam takes James Milner's side and Conán puts up a defence for Virgil Van Dijk after their argument because of the Sancho goal. Jesse Marsch's popularity keeps going up as Leeds move on up and his popularity amongst other managers decreases. And busting some myths about the kindness towards Eddie Howe and Newcastle for their spend on transfers.

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Gerrard identity, McPhee checkers, Ramsey and Liverpool

Sat, 20 Aug 2022 18:45:01 GMT

Another bad day to support Aston Villa as Steven Gerrard sends his side out to be dominated by Crystal Palace. Patrick Vieira's men are better drilled, better motivated and bullied Villa off the park. John McGinn and the full backs weren't at it, Villa were done over the top like clockwork and once again we're asking what is the game plan and what is our identity?

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Ronaldo's notebook, Chelsea's chant, Arteta's whiteboard

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 02:30:03 GMT

Conán mounts a surprise defence of Mikel Arteta's white board. Liam isn't so keen.

Cristiano Ronaldo is compiling a notebook of news articles about himself as the Glazer drama twists and turns as quickly as the transfer links at Old Trafford.

Chelsea compete with themselves for the worst chant ever.

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Mings The Spider, Ings the killer, Anthony Gordon and De Gea

Sun, 14 Aug 2022 00:16:51 GMT

What a difference a win makes!

Aston Villa bounce back with a win at home to Everton at Villa Park and it's enough to take them to the top half of the table. Danny Ings was in super form, Matt Cash was back to himself, Jacob Ramsey responded and then some, Kamara was class and Frank Lampard went with a bold choice of clothing.

Anthony Gordon took a dive again, Mings answered some critics again and United found a new low... again.

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Klopp's interview, Grealish's tweet, United's transfer business

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 02:15:14 GMT

TVP Thursday is here! (Please help with the name)

In the first of our general football shows, the media spin of Jurgen Klopp's "dry pitch" interview is on the menu as well as Pep Guardiola, Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish. Manchester United and their potential transfers are up for discussion as well as another look at the Ronaldo situation.

And a brand new award category section especially for TVP Thursday - featuring Sam Allardyce, David Moyes and shit tweets.

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Gerrard game plan, Top Gun Parker, Digne jewellery

Sat, 06 Aug 2022 21:03:04 GMT

Aston Villa lose the 2022/23 Premier League season opener away to Bournemouth with a terrible display. Steven Gerrard comes under fire for a limp display and a devoid of ideas as the players underperform badly too. The Villa Podcast reviews the 2-0 defeat.WhatsApp Whinges (14:28)Award categories (23:55)Questions We Can't Answer But Probably Will (56:28)

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McGinn chosen, Chuk's entourage, Arteta and Prince William

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 22:47:05 GMT

The Villa Podcast is back for season 3 and this time we'll have an episode drop every Thursday!Ahead of the new Premier League season, Conán and Liam discuss the AVFC captaincy, Chukwuemeka's impending move to Chelsea, Villa's new signings, Leon Bailey and we get down to business about Mikel Arteta, New United and Haaland.

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The best of the 2021/22 season

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 22:40:11 GMT

It was a long ol' season from Dean Smith and Axel Tuanzebe and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to Steven Gerrard and Philippe Coutinho. Little bonus episode here if you want to journey back through the 2021/22 campaign, get a laugh at some of the best bits or, even better, use this as a sample to anyone not bothered to give the full show a first listen!Thanks for all the support

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Targett fortune, Gerrard rating, Ultimate Weimann Meter

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 21:50:48 GMT

4:23 - Things that have happened since we've been away.8:46 - Matt Targett and Newcastle fans.18:16 - Steven Gerrard v Dean Smith.23:37 - End of season awards.54:47 - The Ultimate Weimann Meter. Every player ranked.01:20:20 - Questions We Can't Answer (Son, Haaland, 5 a side problem).

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Watkins waste, Dougie coma, Bee Gee Pep

Sun, 22 May 2022 23:12:17 GMT

Man City win the league thanks to a five-minute Aston Villa collapse. A brilliant performance for 70 minutes from Steven Gerrard's men but changes to personnel and shape and tired legs and sloppy play all combined to squander a two-goal lead.

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Mings saves Leeds, Bertie T diet, City chances

Thu, 19 May 2022 23:28:25 GMT

Aston Villa see out the season at Villa Park with another draw. Two points from home games against Palace and Burnley means it's just 2 wins in 10 for Steven Gerrard who can still decide the fate of the Premier League for Liverpool with a trip to Man City on Sunday.

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Mighty McGinn, sideshow Zaha, Villa play PL God

Sun, 15 May 2022 23:46:38 GMT

Some really good Aston Villa performances in a not so brilliant overall display. Missed chances and some tactical bits to discuss as well as Manager of the Season. Matt Targett has been sniffing around Jack Grealish's instagram replies and faces a backlash. Just one fashion item to talk about.

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Nakamba, Gerrard, Moss and Pep needs Haaland

Tue, 10 May 2022 23:47:16 GMT

Liverpool take all three points at Villa Park as Aston Villa lose 2-1 to Jurgen Klopp's side. A lovely header from Sadio Mane wins it for LFC but we discuss the mistakes that led to both Liverpool goals.Jon Moss' referee performance gets discussed (15:44) as well as a host of missed chances and the awards to hand out at 27:52 before we get to Coutinho and Pep Guardiola in Questions We Can't Answer (57:45).

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Pillow head Watkins, Chuk emoji, Nyland WTF award

Mon, 09 May 2022 19:01:33 GMT

Two wins in a row for Aston Villa after dispensing of Burnley 3-1 at Turf Moor. Steven Gerrard’s men looked excellent as they kept the ball better and opened up the defence more in a heartening performance ahead of Liverpool on Tuesday. Conán and Liam discuss the match, Emi Buendia and, of course, Orjan Nyland.

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Buendia joy, Bertie T warm up, Ten Hag chant & Big Sam

Tue, 03 May 2022 20:54:31 GMT

Liam returns from 9 days away and, well, a lot has happened since he's been gone. Man United fans have a new chant, talkSport is buzzing, Sam Allardyce rocks up at Old Trafford and Jake Humphrey does it again. And Aston Villa win!Some great individual performances at Villa Park as Norwich are relegated. We're back!

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Coutinho slander, Bailey balloons, Leicester clappers

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 14:45:44 GMT

Aston Villa draw 0-0 away to Leicester. Steven Gerrard picks up his first point in five games but some fans have started criticising Coutinho. Leon Bailey’s inclusion over Buendia continues to frustrate whilst Tim Iroegbunam really impresses. There’s time for Pickford and Thiago talk in Questions We Can’t Answer.

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Polite Konsa, lost Ings, 45-minute Gerrard

Sun, 10 Apr 2022 14:47:00 GMT

Steven Gerrard oversees four successive defeats for Aston Villa as the manager’s record now sits at nine losses in the last 15 games. Antonio Conte’s Spurs team rock up at Villa Park to cruise to a 4-0 win with a hat-trick from Son but, once again, Villa were treated to a “good 45 minutes”.17:58 starts a longer WhatsApp Whinges than usual.37:25 kicks off the awards categories with the You Let Glenn Whelan Take a 90th Minute Penalty chat at 50:40.Questions We Can't Answer features United and Lampard at 1:04:48.

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WTF bonanza, Buendia minutes, supporting Villa

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 11:21:34 GMT

Aston Villa go down to Wolves - we talk wasted time, tame fight back and terrible goals at the top of the show.WhatsApp Whinges at 16:15.Harry Maguire (23:53).WTF Awards (27:23).Tactical discussion (43:25).

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Fearful setup, Xhaka, Saka and Cheltenham

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 17:16:34 GMT

Arsenal outplay Aston Villa again and beat Aston Villa again as Steven Gerrard's men once again approach a big game with fear first. Bukayo Saka's uncle refereed proceedings at Villa Park but the team selection to go with two 10s didn't work again and Villa were slow to react.

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Dougie vibes, Villa dives, Ronaldo jibes

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 00:27:11 GMT

It was all going so well! Back down to earth for Villa as David Moyes' West Ham take a 2-1 victory in London.The Villa Podcast discusses the goals and the kick to Douglas Luiz's face at the top of the show before WhatsApp Whinges gets straight into Ashley Young's injury time cross (15:49). The awards begin at 23:38 with some annoying diving habits from Villa brought up before the lack of a striker on the bench (40:22). Cristiano Ronaldo and the media coverage around his effect is on the menu (51:11) as well as VAR and the non-red card during Brighton v Liverpool (56:25).

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Cafu, Martinez interview, Ings and PSG

Fri, 11 Mar 2022 00:38:46 GMT

Steven Gerrard has Aston Villa absolutely motoring. Fantastic football, solid as you like and really strong results. Three wins in a row in the Premier League now and Matty Cash continues his unbelievable form.Danny Ings is proving his worth whilst Emi Martinez's YouTube interview with Ben Foster is heavily discussed.WhatsApp Whinges dissects Douglas Luiz getting back involved in the set piece routines (17:30), the award categories begin at 29:10 with the booing Leeds fans on the menu (37:15), Ezri Konsa on the bench (40:34) before Questions We Can't Answer featuring Coutinho's wages and PSG (56:00).

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Watkins' balls, Coutinho's class, Maguire's conviction

Mon, 07 Mar 2022 22:46:33 GMT

Aston Villa are back! And so is the podcast.Philippe Coutinho runs the show, Watkins and Ings link up gloriously, Chambers wants the number 10 spot and even Douglas Luiz is having fun. What a performance against Southampton. Let's go!

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Diamond formation, Mings assist, shirt off yellow card

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 20:29:33 GMT

We move! Good win for Aston Villa away to Brighton. A brilliant Matty Cash goal followed by a Watkins finish (from a Mings long ball!) sees Steven Gerrard and his men take a deserved three points. Another intern gets to referee a Premier League game though and Cash gets a yellow card for a message of support to a Polish team mate in Ukraine.

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Cash sub, Bailey tricycle, Villa social media

Sat, 19 Feb 2022 23:05:12 GMT

Aston Villa finally find consistency by backing up the worst performance in a long time with the worst result in a while. Struggling Watford - Roy Hodgson’s Watford - are the latest in a long line of beaten down Premier League teams to roll up and pull Steven Gerrard’s side’s pants down. The Villa Podcast goes through the big talking points at the top before WhatsApp Whinges (15:12) and a discussion of the manager's decisions (40:18) and into Questions We Can't Answer (1:00:55).

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Route one Villa, Dougie's frees, McGinn form

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 18:39:40 GMT

Was this the worst Aston Villa performance in recent memory? Newcastle United steamroll Steven Gerrard’s side who were a mess from start to finish. Ollie Watkins had a goal disallowed by VAR by Villa didn’t deserve a point and it’s one win in seven for Gerrard.WhatsApp Whinges are hotter than usual (16:50) whilst there are plenty of awards to hand out today (30:00) before another United players' revolt in Questions We Can’t Answer (50:45).

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Reckless Konsa, Lionel James, predator Coutinho

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:53:17 GMT

Aston Villa squander a 3-1 lead at home to Leeds and proceed to waste time to see out the draw. Conán and Liam dissect all the goals and the red card at the top of the show before WhatsApp Whinges (18:51) features some Douglas Luiz talk, listener-inspired whinges and a conversation about Villa's make-or-break attacks.The awards categories are at 30:42 and Questions We Can't Answer with Kurt Zouma and Harry Maguire at 57:02.

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Buendia air-time, Martinez wastes time, Everton fans assault

Sat, 22 Jan 2022 18:04:51 GMT

Three points on the road for Steven Gerrard's men with a 1-0 win over Everton at Goodison Park. Some Toffees fans cover themselves in shame by throwing missiles at Villa players for celebrating the Emiliano Buendia goal. Emi Martinez has competition for the shithousery award this week whilst Frank Lampard and Thomas Partey are on the menu too.

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Villa bring chaos, Coutinho brings majors, Bruno whines

Sun, 16 Jan 2022 00:08:43 GMT

2-0 and you f**ked it up!Aston Villa claw Manchester United back at Villa Park to deliver a point and a feel-good finish to a carnage-filled second half. Philippe Coutinho takes 14 minutes to register an assist and a goal, Jacob Ramsey brings his big boy boots and Emi Buendia sprinkles some magic throughout. A positive night at Villa Park despite the disappointment of failing to beat a poor United side again - in which Bruno Fernandes has emerged as the frustrating face.Conán records from Spain again so please forgive the audio - back with the proper equipment on Saturday.

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VAR works hard, Googling Rangnick, Coutinho announced

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 00:31:57 GMT

VAR keeps the magic of the FA Cup alive but keeping Manchester United in the competition. A strange non-offside, non-handball, non foul on Cavani by Jacob Ramsey sees Danny Ings' equaliser at Old Trafford ruled out. Liam and Conán talk about the game, Douglas Luiz (14:44), Villa's new shape (33:05), Ralf Rangnick (43:30), Marcus Rashford (44:48) and, of course, the signing of Coutinho (47:59).

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Targett v Lukaku, Ings cutbacks, Villa Twitter

Mon, 27 Dec 2021 21:36:42 GMT

Aston Villa go down to Chelsea 3-1 at home courtesy of two Jorginho penalties. Matt Cash gives the first away and Matt Targett is mostly at fault for the second penalty and Villa Twitter is on fire. Conán says everyone needs to relax and enjoy themselves and Liam is at hand to dissect Villa's mistakes and Pep Guardiola's latest edition of freaking out.

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Gerrard standards, Cantwell fall, Aubameyang leadership

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:45:01 GMT

Jacob Ramsey is here and he is beautiful. Aston Villa's academy shines bright at Norwich as the Todd Cantwell links disappear. WhatsApp Whinges at 15:51, awards from tonight's win at 26:53, and a special Weimann Meter mention for Nakamba at 44:03 before Questions We Can't Answer at 47:10.

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Robertson v Emi, Gerrard v Liverpool, Raiola v football

Sat, 11 Dec 2021 19:44:35 GMT

Liverpool outplay Aston Villa at Anfield and come away with a 1-0 win. We look at Steven Gerrard's approach, the chances and the referee decisions.

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Peter Schmeichel's son, Matrix Martinez, big Mings

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 22:54:14 GMT

Aston Villa beat Leicester 2-1 at Villa Park and Steven Gerrard's boys bounce on. Marvelous Nakamba excels once more whilst Ezri Konsa finds his scoring form and John McGinn gives an exhibition in shithousery. Some Brendan Rodgers and James Maddison inspired WhatsApp Whinges (18:06) with Mourinho and McFred starring in Questions We Can't Answer (51:15).

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Attacking Dougie, war-time Youngy and Grealish's smile

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 00:19:31 GMT

Aston Villa go down 2-1 at home to Man City but a spirited second half performance had Villa Park rocking. Steven Gerrard rung the changes when he had to, contained Pep Guardiola’s side after half time and missed some big chances to take something from the game. Jack Grealish returned on the same night Rafa Benitez faced off with Liverpool again.WhatsApp Whinges (13:37), award categories (29:02) and Questions We Can't Answer (51:15).

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McGinn's arse, Nakamba, Carney and Rangnick

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 19:48:56 GMT

Villa win 2-1 at Palace and Steven Gerrard has this side playing some serious football. For the first time since 1998, a new Villa manager has won his first two games. McGinn scores and impresses, Nakamba looks good, and Emi Martinez is still shithousing.Gerrard's best tactical decisions discussed at 29:21 before Questions We Can't Answer (48:03) including Chukwuemeka's contract, Villa's Instagram, Grealish flogging tickets and United's new oracle.

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McGinn wins, Gerrard instructions, Arteta & Olé

Sat, 20 Nov 2021 23:47:48 GMT

Villa Park was rocking as Aston Villa got their first win under the new manager with a 2-0 victory over Brighton. John McGinn was masterful and being kept in line by the boss whilst Mings and Targett were improved and Ashley Young changed the game from central midfield!!WhatsApp Whinges (14:33), Steven Gerrard's tactical shouts during the game (32:03) and Xavi, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Mikel Arteta feature in Questions We Can't Answer (50:48).

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Things Gerrard needs to bin, first interview, Terry on Twitter

Mon, 15 Nov 2021 21:13:40 GMT

Steven Gerrard is at the helm at Bodymoor Heath and there's a new dawn at Aston Villa. Conán and Liam DEBUNK some WhatsApp Whinges about the new manager (14:42) after discussing the exit of Dean Smith. A brand new category includes a checklist of Gerrard's priorities - or things he needs to bin (28:38) before Questions We Can't Answer brings up that man again, Harry Maguire with added Dwight Yorke (47:36).

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Team morale, the paper note, and Diego Simeone

Sat, 06 Nov 2021 00:41:37 GMT

Five Ls in succession for Aston Villa. Dean Smith is under even more pressure and so are veins in Conán and Liam's heads. Team tactics, player performances all dissected before Questions We Can't Answer at 47:24, including Diego Simeone, Eddie Howe at Newcastle, Gareth Southgate at England and an unhappy Tyrone Mings.

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Dean Smith, Ashley Young and Bailey's throw-in

Sun, 31 Oct 2021 22:08:18 GMT

Pressure is mounting on Dean Smith as Conán and Liam take a long at Villa's hoof ball, their mentality and their trajectory. Whilst also dispelling a few myths about Dean Smith's spending as Aston Villa manager.Tactical decisions and formation talk is at 30:10.Questions We Can't Answer (57:04) takes a long at Saturday's Premier League surprises including Liverpool Twitter's panic and Man United's drastic measures.

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Buendia, Arsenal and conversations with Shakespeare

Fri, 22 Oct 2021 23:43:28 GMT

"One of the worst performances I can ever remember" - Aston Villa were turgid as they went down 3-1 to Arsenal. Absolutely destroyed at the Emirates and Dean Smith was far too slow to make the changes. Mikel Arteta had his side well set up but it's three losses in a row for Villa who are currently in relegation form in the Premier League. Tactical mistakes at 38:33 and Questions We Can't Answer at 59:20

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Watkins & Ings partnership, Targett form, Solskjaer tactics

Sat, 16 Oct 2021 20:14:16 GMT

2-0 up, 10 minutes to go. Aston Villa lose 3-2 to Wolves as Dean Smith's men crumble at Villa Park. We talk about the strategy, the mindset, the subs and take comfort in Manchester United and Newcastle.

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3 at the back against Spurs, Ramsey disagreement, Dougie's head

Sun, 03 Oct 2021 21:04:53 GMT

A bad day at the office for Aston Villa has Liam talking about road traffic accidents. Dean Smith's decision to stick with 3-5-2 for Spurs and Son is put under the microscope as is Villa's midfield but not everyone agrees with the Jacob Ramsey criticism. A packed WhatsApp Whinges (12:47) today and some Questions We Can't Answer (57:37).

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Martinez dinner, Smith masterclass, Solskjaer chemistry class

Sat, 25 Sep 2021 16:51:47 GMT

Aston Villa beat Manchester United at Old Trafford for the first time since 2009 and it was a fully deserved victory with Kortney Hause heading the winner. Emi Martinez gets inside Bruno Fernandes' head for a dramatic final twist. A longer podcast today with WhatsApp Whinges at 19:14 and Questions We Can't Answer at 1:04:36

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Cash drive, Bailey magic, Don Smith and Ronaldo

Sun, 19 Sep 2021 13:17:31 GMT

Leon Bailey announces himself to Villa Park with an electrifying performance that helps Aston Villa on their way to a 3-0 victory over Everton. Matt Cash gets his first goal and Danny Ings the playmaker arrives. A positive podcast but still time for WhatsApp Whinges, plenty of awards and at 57:13 Questions We Can’t Answer.

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Mings and Maguire, Ings and Watkins, Fatboy Slim

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 22:46:15 GMT

A Romelu Lukaku double of goals undoes all of Aston Villa's good work at Stamford Bridge. A well set up team, a litany of defensive errors and a chat about not being afraid to critically analyse Villa's performances.Harry Maguire comes up again as well as Ireland superstar Gavin Bazunu and poor Oliver Holt.

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El GOATzi, versatile Young, loser Peter Banks, Cristiano Ronaldo

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 18:41:05 GMT

Villa have dropped five points against two newly-promoted sides already as they draw 1-1 with Brentford. Anwar El Ghazi lit up Villa Park and Ashley Young was asked to play in a FOURTH different position. Cristiano Ronaldo joins Man United, leaving Gary Neville with no more excuses for Ole. The Arsenal documentary is going to be the greatest thing ever and bye bye Wesley.

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Ramsey rise, Ings ice, Klopp class, Sherwood sliding doors

Sat, 21 Aug 2021 17:43:08 GMT

Aston Villa are up and running after a 2-0 win puts Newcastle away. On the menu today, Ings, Young, Ramsey and of course Steve Bruce, Arsenal and Harry Kane.

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Targett targeted, Dean Smith mistakes, John Terry at it again

Sat, 14 Aug 2021 17:37:42 GMT

Happy new season! Aston Villa completely outplayed by Watford - I bet you missed it the football...Matt Targett was back to his 2020 self as Sarr ran amok, Dean Smith's team selection and formation leaves frustrations and a mixed bag for the Aston Villa new signings.

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Grealish & Pep, Villa transfers, Harry Kane coverage

Sun, 08 Aug 2021 20:15:24 GMT

We are back! New season, new hope. Aston Villa, Pep Guardiola and Harry Kane. Let's go!

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PENALTIES, right back Rashford, Alan Shearer and Wembley piss-heads

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 00:38:21 GMT

England fall at the last hurdle as Italy win Euro 2020 on penalties. We’ve a lot to get through - Chiellini, Gareth Southgate, the English penalty mentality and the Manchester United fan with Mrs Grealish 69 on her shirt.

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Pickford's threat to England, Grealish SUBBED, Emi Martinez dinner

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 23:55:59 GMT

It really is coming home and Irish fans are going to have to prepare themselves. England are into the Euro 2020 final against Italy after beating Denmark 2-1 after extra time in the semis. VAR decides to not intervene on Raheem Sterling’s dive and Harry Kane’s rebound sends them on their way. Gareth Southgate gets some credit in tonight’s podcast! But a lot of backlash for the treatment of Jack Grealish too of course. And we warned them about Jordan Pickford - now he’s here and his threat to England’s chances are live and real.

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Shaw brilliance, Kane habits and the REAL Jordan Pickford

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 23:20:08 GMT

England storm into the Euro 2020 semi-final with a 4-0 win over Ukraine. Luke Shaw once again makes a mug out of Jose Mourinho and Sancho and Sterling impress. Two more goals for Harry Kane but he's picked up a lot of bad habits. And the biggest worry for England is that Jordan Pickford is back...

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Grealish again, Rice and Phillips, Timo Werner

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 20:39:14 GMT

England are into the quarter finals of Euro 2020. Jack Grealish comes off the bench and helps them to a 2-0 win over Germany at Wembley as Gareth Southgate and his men march on. His backers like Gary Neville are standing proud. His critics - like Conán and Liam - are standing firm.

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The relentless disrespect of Jack Grealish, Jordan Henderson and Saka for Villa

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 23:00:46 GMT

Jack Grealish stars for England in his first start at Euro 2020 and then gets brought off. Conán and Liam unload at the treatment of such a gem by Southgate and the English media. Jordan Henderson returns, Harry Kane does little again and is Bukayo Saka ready to make the step up from Arsenal to Aston Villa?

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Careless Sterling, lifeless England and is Kane undroppable?

Fri, 18 Jun 2021 23:16:19 GMT

Scotland hold England to a 0-0 draw at Euro 2020 but Steve Clarke's men outplayed what Gareth Southgate served up. Jack Grealish is consigned to the last 27 minutes whilst Phillips and Rice stay on the pitch the whole game despite England completely lacking in cutting edge. Raheem Sterling was poor and captain Harry Kane was substituted.

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Trippier, Grealish, Ashley Young and Big Sam's England XI

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 00:20:40 GMT

We're back for Euro 2020 and it's all go to start. Alvaro Morata, Mats Hummels' misfortunes on the menu. Gareth Southgate's England decisions. Terrible Jack Grealish takes. And Aston Villa back in for Ashley Young in the transfer market?

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Konsa for England, fireman Nakamba, Rodgers and Tuchel

Sun, 23 May 2021 23:15:01 GMT

Aston Villa finish the season with a massive high. Fans are back at Villa Park and Chelsea were put to the sword by who else but Bertrand Traore and Anwar El Ghazi!Brendan Rodgers' Leicester City side fall at the finishing line again but Liam isn't so sure about Thomas Tuchel. Jack Grealish takes a slap to the face for his sins and we play you out with a best of the 2020/21 season.

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Chuk and Jaden, Grealish at 10, Spurs illusion

Wed, 19 May 2021 22:03:53 GMT

Aston Villa beat Spurs with their final away game of the Premier League season and Chukwuemeka and Philogene-Bidace are here! A great performance with Kortney Hause and John McGinn stepping up. Jack Grealish plays in the number 10 role and Daniel Levy and Spurs continue their decline.

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4 wins in 18, Traore STATS, delusional Arsenal

Sun, 16 May 2021 15:21:03 GMT

Aston Villa crumble again, this time to Crystal Palace. Conán and Liam discuss the lack of big characters, the lack of control in midfield and the lack of conviction with chances. How will Villa fare with the return of fans? The worst in the league, says Conán. And some "amazing" Bertrand Traore stats.

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Grealish is back, Martinez is a legend, Pickford is a shambles

Thu, 13 May 2021 23:49:01 GMT

So this was the Aston Villa v Everton game we've been waiting for all season? Was it worth it?One of the worst games this year still carries plenty of talking points for Conán and Liam from the McGinn question right through to Jamie Redknapp.

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Stupid penalty, simple Solskjaer, sexual Bertie T burger

Sun, 09 May 2021 17:45:18 GMT

Manchester United come from behind to beat Aston Villa 3-1 at Villa Park. Douglas Luiz fouls Paul Pogba again and Bruno Fernandes takes it from there. More questions about the Greenwood and Cavani goals but no questioning the deliciousness of Bertrand Traore's performance. Conán and Liam discuss Villa, United and the Ollie Watkins sending off.

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Brilliant Barkley, world class Watkins and typical El Ghazi

Sat, 01 May 2021 23:26:24 GMT

Aston Villa deliver one of their best performances of the season at Everton as Anwar El Ghazi is the hero once again. Ross Barkley was brilliant back at his old club and Ollie Watkins put on a display for the ages.

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Killer Keinan, John Terry's notepad, poor Big Sam

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 22:43:46 GMT

Keinan Davis scores his first Premier League goal in the 92nd minute for Aston Villa versus West Brom and it's good enough to all but relegate big Sam Allardyce. Two more points dropped from Villa and even Ollie Watkins missed a sitter.Ross Barkley starts.

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Douglas Luiz, Villa lip-reads, narky Pep

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 23:38:45 GMT

Aston Villa lose. Again. Again. Man City put them to the sword this time as Matt Cash cancels out John Stones' red card. Keinan Davis doesn't impress with more game time, Jamie Redknapp doesn't impress with more screen time, and who was to blame - Martinez or Mings?

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Super League fears, billionaire scum and Westlife

Mon, 19 Apr 2021 17:29:43 GMT

A Super League with Tottenham Hotspur. Get your head around that one.Conán and Liam bring you a bonus podcast to discuss the real worry and threat The Super League poses to football as we know it. And how the billionaire owners reveal themselves - once more - for how filthy they actually are.

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Ross Barkley, Jamie Carragher and Dean Smith

Sat, 10 Apr 2021 20:29:19 GMT

Liverpool eventually gun down Aston Villa despite trying their best to not win. Dean Smith makes some questionable decisions, omitting Keinan Davis for the entire match at Anfield and calling upon Ross Barkley once more. VAR and offside is discussed and Jamie Carragher's embarrassing co-commentary around Trent Alexander Arnold and Roberto Firmino is on the menu too.

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Respect Trezeguet, game-changer Keinan, 4-4-2

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 20:48:16 GMT

Aston Villa finally come from behind to win a game!!!Scott Parker and his Fulham side blow a lead at Villa Park as three second half goals do the damage for Villa. Mahmoud Trezeguet is back to his clutch final 10 games form whilst Ollie Watkins got on the scoresheet again.Conán and Liam discuss Dean Smith's changes, John McGinn at number 10 and the continued absence of Jack Grealish.

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A**hole Harry Kane, stupid Gareth Southgate and awful Aston Villa

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 00:04:25 GMT

Aston Villa go down to Spurs as and their standards are getting worse and worse. Jose Mourinho, devoid of ideas and team spirit, leaves Villa Park with three points as Harry Kane enhances his terrible reputation. Life without Jack Grealish continues to make for bleak reading and Conán and Liam discuss Gareth Southgate's England squad.

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El Ghazi touch, Villa mindset and making Joelinton look good

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 00:13:05 GMT

Aston Villa concede a 94th minute equaliser to Newcastle and it's no less than they deserved. Another terrible performance from Dean Smith's men in the absence of Jack Grealish. It's very concerning now and Liam and Conán and very annoyed...

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Dougie's carnival, Barkley's studs, Grealish's phone

Sat, 06 Mar 2021 22:08:12 GMT

Aston Villa draw with Wolves as both teams miss big chances to take another step forward in the Premier League. Morgan Sanson gets his first start whilst Ross Barkley gets more game time... to play himself further down the pecking order. Douglas Luiz and Trezeguet come back into the team and Liam and Conán pick through the ups and downs from the match.

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Same team, same crosses, same old stupid Paul Scholes

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 00:01:14 GMT

Aston Villa lose against the worst team in the Premier League as 10-man Sheffield United get one over Dean Smith and his men. Another flat performance and another one devoid of ideas without Jack Grealish in the team. Liam and Conán dissect a terrible night for the Villa and discuss Paul Scholes' comments on Grealish.

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Loser Llorente, legend Targett, auntie El Ghazi

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 00:30:53 GMT

Aston Villa beat Leeds United 1-0 at Elland Road with Anwar El Ghazi stepping up to the plate yet again. Ollie Watkins does Ollie Watkins things as Diego Llorente rolls 5k across the turf. Andy Hinchcliffe treats us to the worst commentary performance of the season whilst Matt Targett and Tyrone Mings continue to climb up the Weimann Meter. Conán and Liam dissect another W for The Villa!

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Worst performance of the season, McGinn passes, Martinez anger

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 00:28:34 GMT

Aston Villa slump to an undeserved goalless draw at Brighton and the new pattern is worrying Conán and Liam. Ross Barkley's form and position continues to be a massive problem for Dean Smith whilst John McGinn's cross-field passes continue to be a source of frustration. We also discuss the misconception that "real" Villa fans shouldn't criticise the team.

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Arteta fan boys, lone warrior Cash, and Nakamba conversation

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 17:27:56 GMT

Aston Villa beat Arsenal again and Liam is not happy with the obsession with Mikel Arteta. Matty Cash is asked yet again to fight his own battle separate to the war and comes back with a head on a spike whilst Tyrone Mings gains his redemption - again.Dean Smith playing Nakamba over Douglas Luiz though? Let's talk...

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Ross Barkley form, McGinn position and ol' lettuce hands

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 00:33:52 GMT

One time Aston Villa have conceded a goal this season and won a match. That was 7-2 v Liverpool. Since then, if Villa concede, they don't win. Dean Smith's men delivered their worst performance of the campaign as West Ham outplayed an AVFC side that is showing some worrying trends. Ross Barkley's form at number 10 is not that of a man who wants a place at Euro 2021 and it's hurting John McGinn. Emi Martinez's human side shows again and El Ghazi... well...

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VAR karma, Ward Prowse v Grealish, McGinn's arse

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 00:24:18 GMT

Aston Villa win ugly! It was tough, it was messy, it was lucky - finally, Villa dig out three points that they didn't look like getting. Conán and Liam argue about Matt Cash's handball, a lot of players are nominated for the Peter Enckelman Award and Ross Barkley's underrated header is discussed on The Villa Podcast.

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Mings decisions, Barkley questions, Traore confusion

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 09:13:19 GMT

Aston Villa succumb to Burnley and their nothingness yet again. Dean Smith is slow with his changes yet again. And some players have question marks over them yet again. A bad night for #AVFC dissected by a wound up Conán and Liam.

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You took Jack Grealish off! Steve Bruce and MATT TARGETT

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 00:05:51 GMT

Aston Villa beat Newcastle - Steve Bruce's Newcastle, so there's a massive caveat. Conán and Liam discuss the discount sports company that is #NUFC and the biggest concern of the night... Jack Grealish being subbed.

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Jonathan Moss, Tyrone Mings, Pep Guardiola and Conor Hourihane

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 22:30:24 GMT

Aston Villa lose 2-0 to City. VAR - or lack of - raises its head again. Referee Jonathan Moss shows his vindictive side again. Pep Guardiola acts out. Tyrone Mings makes a mistake. A frustrating night after a good performance - and heartfelt thanks to Conor Hourihane.

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Aston Villa changing room hierarchy, January transfers, Gareth Barry

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 20:13:05 GMT

Conán and Liam answer your questions and take a detour from Norway chat up lines, through the Aston Villa dressing room and to the God of football, Paul McGrath.

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Premier League NBA bubble, John Terry 10k and IRISH Louie Barry

Sat, 09 Jan 2021 14:11:07 GMT

Aston Villa bowed out of the FA Cup with a defeat to Liverpool as Mark Delaney's teenagers did themselves and the club proud. Louie Barry scores a goal in his first game with the club.Conán and Liam discuss the game, the COVID-19 situation and the Ross Barkley transfer as well as way more.thevillapodcast@gmail.com

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Mings debate, boring Grealish tweets, and United are JOINT TOP

Sat, 02 Jan 2021 00:49:48 GMT

Aston Villa lose to Manchester United 2-1 at Old Trafford with a Bruno Fernandes penalty but VAR didn't bother checking a possible Harry Maguire handball. Tyrone Mings finds himself at the centre of a debate whilst Jack Grealish is yet again watched by people who've never watched him play. And now they think he should move. Plus, United celebrate their 16th game of the season as if they've just won the league.

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Elite Douglas Luiz, El Goalzi and Frank Lampard's sky high standards

Mon, 28 Dec 2020 22:13:53 GMT

Aston Villa draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge as their great form in the Premier League continues. The Villa Podcast looks at the performance, discusses the Everton v Man City postponement and marvels at Frank Lampard's standards.

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Watkins love letter, peacocking El Ghazi, Dean Smith GENIUS

Sat, 26 Dec 2020 20:04:58 GMT

Aston Villa beat Crystal Palace 3-0 with goals from Traore, Hause and El Ghazi to get back to winning ways at Villa Park. Ollie Watkins missed some chances to score but he is a brilliant player and The Villa Podcast wants him to know. Liam and Conán frighten the life out of their poor mother with their reaction to the El Ghazi goal.

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Big Sam big myth, Traore class, Grealish toughness and a laugh at Leeds

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 15:17:56 GMT

Conán and Liam discuss another Aston Villa win, this time over rivals West Brom. A comfortable 3-0 victory for Dean Smith sets the tone for the Sam Allardyce regime as Jake Livermore does his best to break Jack Grealish's leg. Two goals from El Ghazi and one for Traore as Villa flying again as The Villa Podcast looks up.

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Grealish frustration, January transfer window & what's the point of Sean Dyche?

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 01:45:37 GMT

Aston Villa miss a host of chances and draw 0-0 at Villa Park with Burnley. Conán and Liam discuss the opportunities, the need for January reinforcements and the idea of Sean Dyche.

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McGinn redemption, Martinez sensation, Aston Villa are back!

Sat, 12 Dec 2020 17:26:44 GMT

Aston Villa beat Wolves 1-0 in the Premier League with a 94th minute winner from Anwar El Ghazi. The Villa Podcast relive the magic.

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Villa sitters, worrying trend, McGinn form and Grealish respect

Tue, 01 Dec 2020 00:54:46 GMT

Aston Villa lose again, 2-1 to West Ham. Jack Grealish was brilliant but there's a real concern with Ross Barkley being injured, how his absence affects the team. Dean Smith's side have now lost 4 out of their last 5 football matches with Ollie Watkins missing a penalty and VAR cancelling out a late equaliser.Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty discuss the latest game on The Villa Podcast.

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Important message about Jack Grealish, 5 subs insult and The Anfield Wrap view

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 07:00:28 GMT

So you think Jack Grealish has been really good for Aston Villa the last two years? Conán Doherty has something to say to you. Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp want 5 subs introduced to the Premier League. Liam Doherty explains why that is preposterous.And Craig Hannan from The Anfield Wrap joins us to talk Gareth Barry, Christian Benteke, Jack Grealish and the Liverpool billboard that's upset a lot of football fans in Dublin.

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Watkins is different gravy, Matt Targett was GOOD (!), Southgate should be sacked

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 00:46:56 GMT

Another game, another big boy dismantled. IS THERE NO-ONE ELSE?!Jack Grealish destroyed Arsenal, Ross Barkley was back to himself, another clean sheet and Aston Villa have a game in hand to go top of the Premier League.The lads also ponder if they owe Matt Targett an apology...

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Shambles from Villa, soft boys, and what is John Terry doing?

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 16:22:49 GMT

Aston Villa lose again at home and got 4-0 down to Southampton and show all the worst traits that you don't want in a Premier League team. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty analyse the defeat and look at the yellow streak coursing through the side and wonder what is defensive coach John Terry working on?

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Aston Villa's title to lose, Cristiano Barkley, two weak links

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 22:51:38 GMT

The Villa Podcast celebrates ANOTHER Premier League win for Aston Villa after their 1-0 win away to Leicester. Ross Barkley looked wrecked but you don't take players like him (and Ronaldo...) off. Dean Smith has the system and the team working to perfection but there are two weak leaks in the 11. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty pick the bones of another victory.

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Ross Barkley position, El Ghazi and Lansbury anger, Gareth Southgate madness

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 22:37:18 GMT

Aston Villa have been dumped out of the EFL Cup after a 1-0 defeat to Stoke at Villa Park. Conán and Liam dissect another terrible El Ghazi performance and look at the difference Ross Barkley will make to the squad. Aston Villa transfers are discussed along with Gareth Southgate's England squad.

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Did Traore mean it? Can El Ghazi control a ball? Respect Trezeguet?

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 22:56:55 GMT

Aston Villa make it three wins from three as Bertrand Traore grabs a debut goal in the English League Cup. Watkins scores again, Trezeguet impresses but there are questions over El Ghazi and Taylor. Conán and Liam Doherty run the rule over the Bristol City victory.

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Martinez magic, Targett concerns, Luiz and the Aston Villa system

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:02:58 GMT

Aston Villa are off the mark with a win at home to Sheffield United. Emi Martinez announced himself with a majestic performance. Douglas Luiz is crucial to this #AVFC system. Matt Targett is a concern but two more debutants impressed. John Egan got a red card and somehow people thought it was controversial - it wasn't.Conán and Liam Doherty pick the bones off the first game of the season.

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Here we f**king go

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 00:24:15 GMT

Conán Doherty introduces The Villa Podcast. A new Aston Villa podcast dedicated to bringing you the best analysis, the most interesting interviews and the real WhatsApp rants from every #AVFC game.

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