Aston Villa vs. Brighton & Hove Albion - September 30, 2023

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MATCH TIMELINE

D. Luiz

90' + 8'

J. Duran

90' + 5'

Y. TielemansB. Kamara

90'

86' + 2'

C. BalebaJ. Hinshelwood

J. Ramsey

85'

84'

K. Mitoma

J. DuranM. Diaby

79'

78'

L. Dunk

72'

A. Fati

O. Watkins

65'

62'

S. AdingraS. March

E. Konsa

57'

J. RamseyN. Zaniolo

56'

50'

A. Fati

46'

T. LampteyP. Estupinan

46'

A. FatiE. Ferguson

46'

J. PedroD. Welbeck

39'

D. Welbeck

L. Digne

32'

P. Estupinan

26'

O. Watkins

21'

O. Watkins

14'

D. Luiz

What's Buzzing

Aston Villa

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🗣️ “Reminding ourselves: 1982, when Aston Villa won this title.” Unai on playing in the #UCL at Villa Park 🏡

Brighton Albion news

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Brighton secure Colombia defender Manuela Vanegas on a long-term contract https://t.co/Uwt7UkwIbO

Holtecast

Should supporters be concerned about #AVFC’s defensive struggles early on this season? 🤔 Full Podcast: https://t.co/bwRjIp0Xce

Squawka

Johan Manzambi attempted more shots than any other player in GW6. ☄️

Squawka

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BBC Sport Sussex

Are 🇪🇸 Getafe the toughest Conference league phase opponents for #bhafc ? Author @djpughfootball joins the Albion Unlimited podcast 🎧 https://t.co/NGodJskOBi

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Aston Villa vs Fenerbahce as 9 ruled out and 2 doubtsAston Villa are back in action on Wednesday night when they face Turkish giants Fenerbahce at home. Villa won their Champions League opener and will be hoping t

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Aston Villa stock up, stock down after Brentford draw: Who saw their stock rise?Two Aston Villa players saw their stock rise in the 2-2 draw with Brentford, while two others may have hurt their chances of staying in the starting lineup.

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🔟 EPL Talking PointsManchester City unrepentant in victory, Spurs make progress of a sort and Noni Madueke meets the moment

Latest EPL Standings 🦁

Joe Ashley

@joe0ray

How it stands 😈📩🎉 FT: Liverpool 0-3 Man City As far as things stand right now - that's all we can really work with, right? A first defeat for Liverpool leaves them ninth, nine points off the pace.

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Aston Villa 2-2 Brentford: Villa's attack keeps improving but defensive issues remainAston Villa's 2-2 draw with Brentford highlighted both their dangerous attack but also lingering defensive issues which Unai Emery must fix.

Premier League Predictions 🔮

Dino makes the big calls 🎥

www.theguardian.com•4d

🔟 EPL Talking PointsCity siege mentality at Anfield? Old Trafford crisis? Rice rested? 📲 (Guardian)

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Aston Villa vs Brentford: 3 tactical decisions Unai Emery must get rightUnai Emery should pick a specific back four to help Aston Villa beat Brentford as he faces some tough tactical decisions against Keith Andrews' side.

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Every EPL Team's Top Flaw 😬Which single issue is letting your team down so far in 26-27? 📲

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Aston Villa vs Brentford: Unai Emery's impressive record after international breaksAston Villa's record after international breaks under Unai Emery is extremely strong, inspiring confidence ahead of the clash with Brentford.

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Aston Villa internationals: Every player's minutes revealed ahead of BrentfordSome of Aston Villa's key players racked up a lot of minutes on international duty, meaning they may have to be managed in the upcoming Premier League games.

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The Albion Roar - 7th October 2026 with guest Robert TownsendRob Townsend, who worked for the Albion for a long time alongside his Mum Sally, has a new book out, 'Long Way Together'. He joined Ady & Al on the Roar to talk bout this and more besides...

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Aston Villa receive Matty Cash injury boost but will he play against Brentford?Aston Villa right-back Matty Cash avoided a serious injury on international duty, but could Aaron Wan-Bissaka still start ahead of him against Brentford?

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Aston Villa vs Brentford early injury news as 4 ruled out and 7 doubtsAston Villa are finally back in action on Saturday, facing Brentford after the three-week international break. The break came at an awkward time for Unai Emery

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10 Aston Villa players who could miss out on Unai Emery's match day squadRegular Aston Villa starters could be left out of the match day squad as injured players return to fitness, giving Unai Emery tough decisions to make.

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Aston Villa's October fixtures crucial to sparking their Premier League seasonAston Villa must take advantage of five home games in October and make Villa Park a fortress as they look to continue their positive momentum.

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Golden Boy Nominees ✨Cubarsí, Estêvão highlight list of finalists for 2026 award

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Aston Villa vs Crystal Palace: WSL preview, predictions, team news and TV infoAston Villa welcome Crystal Palace to Villa Park in the Women's Super League on Sunday 4 October, so check out our preview, predictions, team news and TV info.

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5 takeaways from Aston Villa's 3-1 vs Sevilla: Garnacho makes a statementAlejandro Garnacho impressed as Aston Villa beat Sevilla 3-1 in a friendly on Friday night, showing real progress after more training time with Unai Emery.

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Emery: More Clubs Inflate BudgetsAston Villa coach reportedly says other teams work around FFP (Diario de Sevilla)

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Why Aston Villa will not vote to kick Manchester City out of the Premier League Aston Villa could back Manchester City in a vote to kick them out of the Premier League for financial breaches, as owner Nassef Sawiris has ties to the UAE.

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Aston Villa injury update: Pau Torres, Leon Goretzka and Brian Madjo return to trainingAston Villa have received a huge injury boost as Pau Torres, Leon Goretzka and Brian Madjo have all returned to training.

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The 4 Aston Villa players who destroyed their legacies to join Man CityNow that is's proven Manchester City achieved all their success by cheating, how should Villa fans feel about the players who left for the Etihad?

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How Aston Villa were potentially hurt by Manchester City’s £900m 'sham'Aston Villa may have lost out on crucial revenue due to Manchester City's period of financial breaches, when they also signed a number of Villa's players.

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Zion Suzuki becoming Aston Villa fan favourite, named player of the monthZion Suzuki's impressive start to life at Aston Villa has earned him the player of the month award from a fanbase which has embraced their new goalkeeper.

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5 things Aston Villa must accomplish before the Premier League returnsAston Villa must use the international break to accomplish some important goals so they can hit the ground running when the Premier League returns.

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Fans: Man City Needs BIG Punishment 😡Supporters on why only EPL expulsion or TEN-YEAR transfer ban will work 📲

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Key stat shows Aston Villa's improved Premier League form after slow startAston Villa's underlying numbers show they are heading in the right direction after a slow start to the Premier League season.

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Aston Villa internationals: Injury scares, goals and a surprise withdrawalAston Villa's internationals look to have avoided injuries so far, while one player got on the scoresheet and there was also a surprise withdrawal.

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Tottenham vs Aston Villa: WSL preview, predictions, team news and TV infoAston Villa take on Tottenham at Brisbane Road in the WSL on Sunday 27 September, so check out our preview, predictions, team news and TV info.Super LeagueVenue

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Aston Villa’s summer departures struggling to find form without Unai EmeryMany of Aston Villa summer departures are not finding the same success without the guidance of Unai Emery.

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Unai Emery's Aston Villa selection dilemma as best starting 11 takes shapeWhat is Aston Villa's best starting 11 as things stand? Unai Emery will face some big decisions when they return to Premier League action.

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The Albion Roar - 23rd September 2026 with guests Stephen Lewis and Matt GoulsonA gloatfest, basically.

www.theguardian.com•2w

Best EPL Grounds 🏟️Which stadiums have highest and lowest Google ratings? 📲

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EPL Table Without VAR 🌶️Arsenal, Liverpool, Spurs would all be on the rise 📲

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Aston Villa progress report: Ranking every new signing at the international breakJohan Manzambi starred in his first Aston Villa start, while Alejandro Garnacho is yet to impress, but who has been Villa's best signing so far?

EPL Season Stars So Far 🤩

Looking at the league's top performers as long international break arrives 🎥

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Zion Suzuki already proving Aston Villa right for Emi Martinez decisionZion Suzuki has been spectacular early in his Aston Villa career and has proven them right for moving on from Emi Martinez.

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🔟 Premier League Talking PointsLiverpool look stronger, youngsters shine for Brighton and Brentford, and Trafford makes his England case

EPL Table at Intl. Break 🦁

Premier League

@premierleague

5/38

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Arsenal Demolished by Brighton 😵‍💫Seagulls with superby performance in 3-0 thrashing

Amazing Hit from Brighton 🎯

USA Sports

@usasports

THE 19-YEAR-OLD WITH A GORGEOUS GOAL PUTS BRIGHTON UP 2 AGAINST ARSENAL! Charalampos Kostoulas, what a moment 🔥 🔴 Arsenal: 0 🔵 Brighton: 2 ⏱️ 45’

Arsenal Losing 3-0 🫨

USA Sports

@usasports

WHAT A DAY BRIGHTON ARE HAVING! THEY LEAD THE CHAMPIONS 3-0! CHEMA ANDRES FROM THE CORNER 🔥

Arsenal Trails at Brighton 👀

USA Sports

@usasports

OH IT'S SPECTACULAR! PASCAL GROSS AND BRIGHTON STRIKE FIRST AGAINST ARSENAL! 🔴 Arsenal: 0 🔵 Brighton: 1 ⏱️ 31'

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Tottenham In Drop Zone After Latest Loss 📉3-2 home defeat to Villa will keep Spurs in bottom three through international break

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Tottenham-Aston Villa Player Ratings 📝Another tough day out for Spurs as Jackson, Buendia leads Villa

Tottenham Losing 3-0 🫢

USA Sports

@usasports

OH IT'S A WORLDIE FROM BUENDIA! SPURS FANS ARE LEAVING THE STADIUM IN DROVES. ⚪ Tottenham: 0 🟣 Aston Villa: 3 ⏱️ 79'

Jackson Doubles Villa Lead 💪

USA Sports

@usasports

STRIKE THERE! NICOLAS JACKSON MAKES IT TWO WITH A TIDY FINISH! ⚪ Tottenham: 0 🟣 Aston Villa: 2 ⏱️ 67’

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Latest Goals and Highlights 🍿Big Saturday before a LONG international break. Tap for all the action 📲

Tottenham Losing Again 🫠

USA Sports

@usasports

Manzambi marks his first Premier League start with a goal for Aston Villa 🙌 ⚪ Tottenham: 0 🟣 Aston Villa: 1 ⏱️ 45+5’

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🔟 Things to Watch in EPL this WeekendSpurs and Villa meet in desperation derby and Andoni Iraola faces test on south-coast return

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Tuchel Names England Roster 🦁Palmer and Alexander-Arnold return to Three Lions setup. Full squad 📲

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Ibrahim Mbaye shines as Aston Villa’s new signings make big impact vs CoventryAston Villa's new signings are starting to make an impact as Ibrahim Mbaye and Taylor Harwood-Bellis impressed in the 3-1 win over Coventry.

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The Albion Roar - 17th September 2026 with guest Andy BassA more upbeat week on Planet Albion - eight goals, several scorers, excellent performances and a rise in confidence ahead of the weekend. Just remind the TV pundits of this, the radar we are flying under seems to have been smashed to bits.

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Tottenham vs Aston Villa injury news as 8 ruled out and 5 doubtsAston Villa are back in action on Saturday, facing Tottenham in the Premier League's early game. Villa managed to defeat Coventry City in the Carabao Cup during

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Unai Emery's telling Alejandro Garnacho statement as Aston Villa winger benched againAlejandro Garnacho was left on the bench for the third straight game, as Unai Emery made a telling admission regarding the controversial winger.

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Aston Villa Carabao Cup draw confirmed as fourth round opponent revealedAston Villa swatted aside Coventry City in the EFL Cup on Wednesday night, Tammy Abraham scoring twice, so find out who they will face in round four.

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🚨 Man Utd Out of EFL CupNightmare home loss to Brighton piles pressure on Carrick 📲

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How to watch Coventry City vs Aston Villa Carabao Cup tie in the UK and USAAston Villa kick off their EFL Cup campaign against Coventry on Wednesday 16 September, so check out how to watch this match from around the world.

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Unai Emery's Aston Villa can gain momentum in huge week before international breakAston Villa face two struggling opponents in an important week before the international break. Can they build momentum after a stuttering start?

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Coventry City vs Aston Villa early injury news as 10 ruled out and 3 doubtsAston Villa are back in action on Wednesday night, making the short trip to Coventry to take on the Sky Blues in the Carabao Cup third round. Unai Emery's men a

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🔟 EPL Talking PointsControversy rules the Manc derby, Coventry get dunked on and Tottenham still can’t score a goal

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Premier League Table 🦁🍿 Arsenal, City leads way 🛝 Man Utd in 13th 📲 Tap for standings

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Unai Emery’s Nicolas Jackson decision backfires for Aston Villa in Nottingham Forest defeatUnai Emery's decision to substitute Nicolas Jackson at half-time had a disastrous knock-on effect in Aston Villa's 2-1 defeat to Nottingham Forest.

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Premier League Predictions 🔮Who wins big Manchester derby? Calling each result of gameweek 📲

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EPL Things to Look For 🔎199th Manchester derby, Liverpool's home test, Bruno G drama and more 📲 (Guardian)

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Could Alejandro Garnacho be Aston Villa's next Harvey Elliott?Alejandro Garnacho's situation at Aston Villa has drawn comparisons to the Harvey Elliott debacle, but will Unai Emery really give up so quickly?

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Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest early injury news as 4 ruled out and 3 doubtsAston Villa are back in action on Saturday, when they face Midlands rivals Nottingham Forest on the back of Champions League success during the week. Unai Emery

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Aston Villa vs Nottingham Forest: Can Unai Emery end unwanted Oliver Glasner record?While Aston Villa have regularly beaten Nottingham Forest in recent years, Unai Emery's record against Oliver Glasner makes for grim reading.

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Nicolas Jackson and Zion Suzuki have hit the ground running at Aston VillaAston Villa look to have found fitting replacements for Ollie Watkins and Emi Martinez, as Nicolas Jackson and Zion Suzuki are off to a strong start.

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UCL Goals and Highlights 🤩Madrid, Man City and Dortmund all pick up wins. Tap for all the action 📲

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Aston Villa 3-2 Club Brugge instant reaction: Pau Torres stars in crucial winPau Torres had a crucial role in Aston Villa's 3-2 win over Club Brugge, as they started their Champions League campaign on the right foot.

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The Albion Roar - 9th September 2026 with guests Justin Brentnall and Mark BrailsfordJustin rejoins Ady & Al to go over the Leeds game, while Mark - for those of you just jetting in from Mars, is putting on a play - A PLAY, NOT A DOCUMENTARY – called 'Stand or Fall' at the Theatre Royal in Brighton, so has come on to tell us all about it.

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Premier League Talking Points 💭Tzolis stands out, Gakpo delivers, Spurs show spirit and more 📲 (Guardian)

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Unai Emery must take more risks as Aston Villa’s goalless run continues vs HullAston Villa's draw with Hull City was a step in the right direction, but Unai Emery must take more risks if Villa are to end their goalless streak.

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Highlights - Premier League - Hull City 0-0 Aston VillaAston Villa remain winless three games into the new Premier League season after they were held to a goalless draw by newly promoted Hull City.

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Hull 0-0 Aston Villa: Tigers remain unbeaten as Unai Emery's 200th game in charge fails to bring much-needed goalAston Villa picked up their first Premier League point of the season, but were left to rue missed chances in their 0-0 draw against Hull City.

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Aston Villa face contract decisions on six players: Who stays and who goes?Aston Villa reportedly intend to negotiate new contracts with several key players, but who should they keep and who should be let go?

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🔟 EPL Talking PointsChelsea's big Arsenal test, Wirtz's chance to shine, Man City questions and more 📲 (Guardian)

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Aston Villa vs Hull City: 5 selection questions for Unai Emery to answerSeveral of Aston Villa's new signings could push to start against Hull City on Saturday, giving Unai Emery some decisions to make.

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The Albion Roar - 2nd September 2026 with guests Brian Owen and Andy BassA look back at the Tromsø and Chelsea matches, plus a look at a manic last few days of the transfer window, which kept Brian Own very busy indeed.

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Hull City vs Aston Villa early injury news as 9 ruled out and 3 doubtsAston Villa are back in action on Saturday when they face Hull City away from home. Unai Emery's men have lost both of their Premier League games so far, most r

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EPL Transfer Window Grades 🔠Running down how every club performed during manic summer spending 📲

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Can Taylor Harwood-Bellis replace Ezri Konsa at Aston Villa?Taylor Harwood-Bellis offers some key differences to Ezri Konsa as he looks to successfully replace him at Aston Villa.

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Aston Villa transfer ratings: Ranking all 10 summer signings from worst to bestAston Villa made 10 new signings this summer, but which of them are most likely to be a success at Villa Park and who could struggle?

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Ibrahim Mbaye scouting report: What Aston Villa are getting from new £47m wingerIbrahim Mbaye will add some much-needed pace and dynamism to Aston Villa's right-wing after signing in a £47m deal from PSG.

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Two Positives and One Concern from Aston Villa’s 1-0 Defeat to ArsenalAston Villa offered fans plenty to feel good about in the 1-0 defeat to Arsenal, although there is one big concern which must be rectified.

Arsenal Breaks Deadlock 😯

USA Sports

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SAKA SCORES 🚨 On the scoresheet for the second time this season already 👏 🟣 Aston Villa: 0 🟡 Arsenal: 1 ⏱️ 58’

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🔟 EPL Talking PointsNewcastle players look revitalized, Liverpool’s curious transfer strategy and a worrying start for Palace

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Unai Emery and Aston Villa can take Taylor Harwood-Bellis to the next levelAston Villa have found their new centre-back, as they are reportedly closing in on a deal for Southampton’s Taylor Harwood-Bellis in a deal expected to be worth

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Transfer roundup: Ollie Watkins completes move to Al-Hilal from Aston VillaThe England forward Ollie Watkins has completed a move from Aston Villa to Al-Hilal

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Chelsea hold off Brighton in 4-3 win but remain chaotic under Xabi AlonsoCole Palmer eventually made the home win safe after Brighton rallied from 3-0 down, with João Pedro scoring at both ends

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Aston Villa Champions League fixtures: What they need to finish in top 8 againWhat will Aston Villa need to do if they want to finish in the top eight of the Champions League table once again?

Palmer Gets His Goal 🥶

Telemundo Deportes

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🥶 ¡VOLVIÓ EL COLE PALMER QUE TODOS QUERÍAN VER! Segundo partido y segundo gol en esta temporada, acumulando además una asistencia. 🔵 ¡Chelsea GOLEA 4-2 al Brighton! 🔥 EN VIVO 📺 📱 Peacock #PremierLeagueTelemundo #PremierLeague

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Chelsea Wins Seven-Goal Thriller 🍿Blues outlast Brighton as perfect start for Xabi continues

Chelsea's 2nd vs. Brighton 📫

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SIGNED. SEALED. DELIVERED. ✉️ Morgan Rogers delivers the perfect opportunity for Pedro Neto to DOUBLE it for Chelsea!

Chelsea Goes up 1-0 ⏲️

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🎁 ¡REGALITO DEL BRIGHTON Y LLEGÓ EL PRIMER GOL DEL CHELSEA! 🔵 Romeo Lavia aprovechó la mala reacción de Wieffer y Verbruggen para empujar el balón al fondo con el 1-0. EN VIVO por 📺 📱 Peacock #PremierLeagueTelemundo #PremierLeague

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Aston Villa predicted starting 11 vs Arsenal: Two new signings expected to startAston Villa may have no choice but to throw two of their brand new signings straight in at the deep end against Arsenal.

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Aston Villa transfer stunner as £47m deal agreed for PSG wonderkid Ibrahim MbayeAston Villa have agreed a £47m transfer for PSG winger Ibrahim Mbaye in a deal that seemingly came out of nowhere with all eyes on Rafael Leão.

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Nicolas Jackson vs Ollie Watkins: Why Aston Villa have upgraded with new strikerNicolas Jackson has big shoes to fill in replacing Ollie Watkins at Aston Villa, but the data suggests Jackson is the better all-round striker.

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Aston Villa have made a mistake letting Emiliano Martínez join ChelseaAston Villa have made an unforced error by selling Emi Martínez to Chelsea and should have accepted an offer from Juventus earlier this summer.

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Aston Villa handed dream Champions League draw vs Barcelona, face PSG rematchAston Villa fans can look forward to a dream trip to Barcelona and a rematch with PSG as part of a tricky Champions League schedule following Thursday's dr

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Aston Villa vs Arsenal injury news as 6 ruled out and 2 doubts for Premier League clashAston Villa are now preparing for their first home game of the season, facing Premier League champions Arsenal on Monday night. Unai Emery's men got off to a cr

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Chelsea Agrees Martínez Deal 🧤Blues FINALLY sign a new keeper, get Emi for $10M (multiple reports)

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Live Commentary - Brighton vs Tromso | 27.08.2026UEFA Conference League Qualifying match Brighton vs Tromso 27.08.2026. Preview and stats followed by live commentary, video highlights and match report.

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Football transfer rumours: Palace to hijack Aston Villa move for Joel Ordóñez?Chelsea to add Honest Ahanor? | Brighton seeking teenage kicks? | Roma to sign Morato from Nottingham Forest?

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Sávio lands at Spurs, Celtic crash out and are Villa in crisis? | Football WeeklyMax Rushden is joined by Barry Glendenning, John Brewin and Dan Bardell as Spurs win their first home game of the season and Celtic lose in disastrous fashion in Europe

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UCL League Phase Draw 🌟Tap in for all the latest from today's kickoff of the Champions League season📲

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How Leon Goretzka could solve Aston Villa's midfield creativity problemLeonn Goretzka completes Aston Villa's core of three central midfield options who have complementary skillsets, while also bringing valuable experience.

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Aston Villa push for Rafael Leão after making Tammy Abraham transfer decisionAston Villa look set to continue their forward line reshuffle as Tammy Abraham nears an exit and Rafael Leão emerges as a key target.

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Albion Roar 25th August 2026 Villians & TrollsOn The Roar this week Ady is joined by Jason Thackeray & Tom Hylands for a look back at Nordic adventures, Trashing Villa, adding some Promise to our squad & pleanty more besides

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Aston Villa set to complete striker swap as Nicolas Jackson replaces Ollie WatkinsNicolas Jackson is on the verge of joining Aston Villa and could be an upgrade on Ollie Watkins, who is set for a move to Saudi Arabia.

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Villa Agrees Jackson Fee 💸Chelsea to sell Senegalese striker for deal worth up to $88M (The Athletic)

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Chelsea in Dibu Talks 🧤Villa's Argentine goalkeeper offered to Blues (The Athletic)

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Man Utd Confirms Baleba 👹Defensive midfielder officially joins from Brighton 📸

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What Every EPL Club Needs ⚒️One week to go and a lot of business on the horizon 📲

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Ollie Watkins transfer twist as Aston Villa identify two potential replacementsOllie Watkins returned to training after missing the 4-0 loss to Brighton, but Villa have now stepped up interest in two potential replacements.

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EPL Talking Points ✍️Underpowered Man Utd, Cherki becomes crucial, Isak struggles and more 📲

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Aston Villa face centre-back decision between Joel Ordóñez and Taylor Harwood-BellisAston Villa's approach for Joel Ordóñez means they now have a choice to make between two of their top centre-back targets.

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Aston Villa 0-4 Brighton: Nightmare debut for Gomes, did Watkins refuse to play?Aston Villa's 4-0 loss to Brighton featured a nightmare debut for João Gomes and ended with telling quotes from Unai Emery on the absent Ollie Watkins.

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5 things to watch in Aston Villa vs Brighton: Zion Suzuki or Marco Bizot?Will Zion Suzuki make his Aston Villa debut against Brighton? Unai Emery faces multiple selection headaches ahead of the Premier League opener.

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Leon Goretzka ‘very close’ to joining Aston Villa after João Palhinha setbackLeon Goretzka could be Aston Villa's answer to a lack of midfield depth as a deal to sign the former Bayern Munich star is reportedly close.

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Man Utd Agrees Baleba Deal 😈Cameroonian midfielder heading to Red Devils for a fee up to $96M (multiple reports)

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Arsenal Signs Konsa 🤝England defender joins Gunners in $75M deal

Premier League is BACK 🦁

After a busy World Cup summer, the EPL returns today 🎥

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Guide to Picking EPL Team 😜New to the Premier League? Let's find you a team to root for 📲

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Aaron Wan-Bissaka vs Matty Cash: Stats show why Aston Villa wanted new right-backAaron Wan-Bissaka offers Villa a different skill set to Matty Cash, which will make for an interesting competition for playing time.

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Aston Villa identify £25m rated Taylor Harwood-Bellis as Ezri Konsa replacementVilla are wasting no time in targeting a replacement for Ezri Konsa, making a bid for Harwood-Bellis and reportedly monitoring two other options.

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Liverpool Minteh Bid RejectedReds see $68M offer rebuffed by Brighton (The Athletic)

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Bold EPL Predictions 🔮👀 Isak for Golden Boot? 🏆 Arsenal, Chelsea for title? 📲 Plus best/worst transfers

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Zion Suzuki vs Emi Martínez: Stats show why Aston Villa prioritised £30m goalkeeperZion Suzuki's stats show why Aston Villa prioritised him as the successor to Emiliano Martínez and how he can replicate his impact.

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Brighton vs Aston Villa: Predicted starting 11 for first Premier League game of the seasonAston Villa’s first Premier League game of the 2026/27 season is just days away as they gear up for a road trip to the South Coast to face Brighton & Hove Albio

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Chelsea have already given Villa transfer green light after decision confirmedEzri Konsa is the latest player expected to depart Aston Villa, and with the club needing to act quickly to secure a replacement, they've been handed an encouraging update

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Ollie Watkins tabled new contract at Aston Villa after three transfer offersOllie Watkins has been linked with a number of clubs this summer, with Aston Villa determined to keep a hold of their talisman for one of their most important seasons in recent history

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Aston Villa identify Premier League star in bid to replace Arsenal-bound KonsaAston Villa are scrambling to find an apt successor to Ezri Konsa, who is on the verge of agreeing a transfer to Arsenal - and one player has been tipped to arrive at Villa Park in his place

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Arsenal Agrees Konsa Deal 🤝Gunners to pay $69M+ for England defender (The Athletic)

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Aston Villa reject £38m Ollie Watkins bid from Al-HilalAston Villa have turned down a third £38million offer from Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal for striker Ollie Watkins, with personal terms reportedly already agreed between the player and the Saudi side.

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BREAKING: Arsenal close to signing Villa star Ezri Konsa as 'owners intervene'Ezri Konsa has been linked with a move to Arsenal throughout the summer and it appears that a deal may now happen

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Aston Villa complete transfer as Unai Emery sanctions dealVilla have announced more summer transfer window business

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Aston Villa complete £17m transfer for Matteo RuggeriItaly international Matteo Ruggeri has joined Aston Villa from Atletico Madrid

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Aston Villa complete £30m Zion Suzuki transferAston Villa have completed the signing of goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Parma

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Matteo Ruggeri vs Lucas Digne: How Aston Villa’s new signing compares statisticallyThe stats suggest Aston Villa's new signing Matteo Ruggeri is an ideal fit to replace Lucas Digne at left-back.

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Aston Villa close in on Aaron Wan-Bissaka deal, secure long-overdue right-back competitionAaron Wan-Bissaka's imminent arrival at Aston Villa will spark the first true competition at right-back in the Unai Emery era.

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Aston Villa agree Aaron Wan-Bissaka deal as transfer terms emergeAston Villa have been linked with a move for West Ham right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka - and an agreement is edging closer following positive talks

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'Wow' - Former Birmingham City and Aston Villa man announces retirementEx-Blues and Villa midfielder Gary Gardner has confirmed his next move after retiring

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EPL Player of Year Rankings 📊Our experts list the top candidates to do damage this season 📲

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Villa have entered a new, exciting era - and you can come along for the rideTransfer news, opinion, interviews and analysis as Aston Villa aim to build on their Europa League success of last season

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Aston Villa agree defender transfer as Unai Emery targets two new signings BirminghamLive brings you the latest Aston Villa headlines