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Aston Villa beat Newcastle United 2-0 at St James' Park, their first league win there since 2005, as Unai Emery's side reinforced their European push. Emiliano Martinez made an early save, Buendia curled in a superb opener and Ollie Watkins headed home late, keeping Villa third and four points behind Arsenal after a midweek Europa League win.
The piece contrasts Aston Villa’s sharp rise under Unai Emery with Tottenham Hotspur’s decline, noting Villa’s FA Cup win over Spurs and a broader shift as Newcastle, Brentford, Fulham, Brighton, and others overtake Spurs in the Premier League, highlighting injuries and leadership tensions as a backdrop to Spurs’ slide.
Tottenham have agreed a transfer fee of up to €40m (£34.6m) to sign Conor Gallagher from Atlético Madrid, ahead of Aston Villa who had floated a loan-to-buy option. Gallagher wants a Premier League return to bolster his England World Cup chances. Spurs expect to pay around £25m upfront on a five-year deal, with bonuses potentially lifting the total to about £34m, as Bentancur's hamstring injury leaves them seeking midfield depth.
Tottenham Hotspur's FA Cup defeat to Aston Villa has intensified doubts about Thomas Frank's future as head coach, with fans' discontent and poor performances highlighting the need for a turnaround in results to secure his position.
Aston Villa has signed Brazilian winger Alysson Edward from Grêmio, marking Unai Emery's first January transfer, as Villa aims to strengthen their squad while currently sitting third in the Premier League.
Aston Villa has signed 19-year-old Brazilian winger Alysson from Grêmio, where he made 34 league appearances last season, marking an exciting addition to their squad.
Arsenal achieved a 4-1 victory over Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium, highlighted by a dynamic second-half performance with goals from Gabriel Magalhaes, Martin Zubimendi, Leandro Trossard, and Gabriel Jesus, captured in a vibrant matchday photo gallery.
Arsenal ended 2025 on top of the Premier League with a dominant 4-1 victory over Aston Villa, ending Villa's 11-match winning streak and celebrating a strong second-half performance with goals from Gabriel, Zubimendi, Trossard, and Jesus.
Arsenal strengthened their Premier League title challenge with a 4-1 victory over Aston Villa, moving five points clear at the top, while Villa's missed opportunities and injuries highlight the competitive nature of the race. Odegaard's resurgence and Gabriel's return were key factors in Arsenal's dominant second-half performance, and both managers reflected on the game’s tactical nuances and future fixtures.
Arsenal secured a dominant 4-1 victory over Aston Villa with a strong second-half performance, ending Villa's 11-match winning streak and moving five points clear at the top of the Premier League, in a match marked by key goals from Gabriel, Odegaard, Trossard, and Jesus.
Arsenal prepares to face Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium in a highly anticipated Premier League match, with Villa on an 11-game winning streak and aiming to challenge Arsenal's top position, while both teams seek to end the year strongly and improve their standings.
Arsenal hosts Aston Villa in a crucial Premier League clash with both teams in strong form; Arsenal aims to maintain top position while Villa seeks to continue their winning streak, with key players and tactical considerations highlighted for the game.
Chelsea prepared for their upcoming Premier League match against Aston Villa with a festive training session, featuring key players like Cole Palmer, Enzo Fernandez, and Reece James, and confirmed team news ahead of the game.
The UK government is actively working to overturn a ban on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans attending an Aston Villa football match in Birmingham due to safety concerns linked to past violence and antisemitism, with ongoing discussions and political debate about the decision.
Fans of Maccabi Tel Aviv are barred from attending a Europa League match at Aston Villa due to security concerns, prompting criticism from UK politicians, UEFA, and supporters, amid tensions linked to recent protests and violence involving the team.