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Aston Villa Player Ratings In Frustrating Draw Vs Fulham

The points were shared at Villa Park in the final match of Saturday’s Premier League schedule, as Aston Villa and Fulham played out a 1-1 draw. It was a tale of two halves for Unai Emery’s men, who, after a slow start in the opening ten minutes, came to life and dominated the rest of the first half.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / October 31

Aston Villa Consider New Deal For This 32-Year-Old: Is A Two-Year Contract Sensible?

Aston Villa have built their midfield around control, energy and experience under Unai Emery, with Boubacar Kamara protecting the defence, Youri Tielemans directing possession and Amadou Onana adding physical strength.

Aston Villa News / Goal.com / October 31

Aston Villa launch legal action against Jamie Carragher over 'unacceptable insults' after Sky Sports pundit tells fans to 'shut the f*** up' in Unai Emery to Man Utd rant

Premier League club Aston Villa have announced plans to take legal proceedings against former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher following a heated dispute over manager Unai Emery's future.

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Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / October 30

Aston Villa Warned Over £65m Striker: Should Emery Keep Him Long-Term?

Aston Villa’s attack has a clear focal point this season, and Nicolas Jackson has given Unai Emery an early return on the club’s summer investment. The Senegal international has scored seven goals in 11 appearances across all competitions, including four in the Premier League, since arriving from Chelsea in late August.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / October 30

Aston Villa Set To Reward This Veteran Defender: Is Emery Right To Keep Him?

Aston Villa’s summer reshaped Unai Emery’s squad, but the manager still needs leaders as arrivals settle. Villa sit ninth in the Premier League after eight matches, with three wins, two draws and three defeats, and their 2-1 victory over Manchester City offered a boost.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / October 29

Aston Villa Force £75m Valuation For Targeted Goalkeeper: Should Emery Walk Away?

Aston Villa have enjoyed an encouraging start to the 2026/27 campaign, with Unai Emery’s side beating Manchester City 2-1 on October 24. That result reinforced confidence in a team that has reshaped its goalkeeping department after Emiliano Martínez left for Chelsea.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / October 28

Aston Villa step up January interest in 25-year-old winger after holding transfer talks

Aston Villa are reportedly considering a January move for Fenerbahce winger Oguz Aydin as Unai Emery looks to strengthen his attacking options during the winter transfer window.

Aston Villa News / Goal.com / October 28

Hand Unai Emery 'the f***ing keys' and press the reset button, John Obi Mikel tells struggling Manchester United

John Obi Mikel has urged Manchester United to hand Unai Emery "the f***ing keys" and an open chequebook to tempt him away from Aston Villa. The former

Aston Villa News / centredevils / October 28

Aston Villa quietly sign new contract with former Manchester United defender

Aston Villa have transformed themselves into a regular force in European football under Unai Emery, with the club continuing to compete against sides boasting significantly greater financial resources.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / October 28

'Give him the f***ing keys' – Man Utd urged to hire 'amazing' manager who struggled at rivals

Manchester United have been urged to hire Aston Villa manager Unai Emery as their replacement for the struggling Michael Carrick. The Red Devils are experiencing an awful start to the season, with the team’s form going drastically downhill since they hired Carrick permanently, following his successful initial stint as interim manager last term.

Aston Villa News / The 4th Official / October 27

Aston Villa Scout Turkish Winger: Would He Solve Emery’s Left-Wing Problem?

Aston Villa’s search for consistency on the left wing comes as Unai Emery continues to rotate his attacking options during the 2026/27 campaign. Villa sit ninth in the Premier League with 11 points from eight matches, recording three wins, two draws and three defeats, while their European form has offered bigger encouragement.

Soccer News / Claret Villans / October 27

Five stats to explain Aston Villa's 2-1 win vs Manchester City

Aston Villa’s victory against Manchester City featured top performances at both ends of the pitch, as Unai Emery’s side claimed back-to-back Premier League victories and their first at Villa Park.

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Aston Villa News / Athlon Sports / October 27

Unai Emery Blasts Ballon d'Or Rankings as Harry Kane Lifts the Trophy

Harry Kane’s historic Ballon d’Or win has led to discussion about the final order, with Aston Villa manager Unai Emery arguing for Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Fabian Ruiz.

Aston Villa News / centredevils / October 26

Unai Emery will leave Aston Villa for Manchester United

Unai Emery has built his managerial reputation on turning teams into organised, tactically disciplined sides capable of competing with wealthier opponents.

Soccer News / The 4th Official / October 25

Aston Villa’s Win Over Man City Sparks Comparison Between These Two Stars: Is Emery Right?

Aston Villa’s 2-1 victory over Manchester City offered Unai Emery another reason to trust his squad’s younger players, with Ian Maatsen producing an impressive display after returning from an ankle injury.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / October 25

Aston Villa warned of major financial setback after disappointing league campaign

Aston Villa could suffer a significant financial setback this season if their struggles in the Premier League continue, with Unai Emery facing growing pressure to improve the team’s domestic results.

Aston Villa News / Claret Villans / October 25

Aston Villa 2-1 Manchester City: Unai Emery's side answer big question with win

Aston Villa’s recent results had filled fans with optimism after a slow start to the season, but Saturday’s contest with Premier League leaders Manchester City presented the toughest Villa had faced so far.

Aston Villa News / Goal.com / October 24

'He was shooting like he was playing rugby!' - Unai Emery jokes about Nicolas Jackson's progress after Villa beat Man City

Unai Emery couldn't hide his delight after Aston Villa produced a commanding performance to halt Manchester City's flawless start to the Premier League campaign.

Aston Villa News / Arsenal Insider / October 24

Arsenal fans make telling point about Mikel Arteta and Unai Emery after Aston Villa beat Man City

Arsenal fans had former manager Unai Emery to thank today as his Aston Villa side saw off Man City in the Premier League’s early kick-off. Emery once again proved himself to be among the very elite coaches in world football as a double from Nicolas Jackson helped down City at Villa Park.

Soccer News / Harry Hotspur / October 23

The 2019 Arsenal Talks Sam Dean’s Book Just Revealed

Telegraph journalist Sam Dean’s book Arsenal: The Inside Story of Arsenal’s Rebirth Under Mikel Arteta reveals that Arsenal held “serious conversations” with Pochettino after sacking Unai Emery in November 2019.

Aston Villa News / centredevils / October 23

Unai Emery compensation amount revealed

Few clubs in world football have paid so much for so little managerial stability as Manchester United. Every dismissal arrives with a pay-off and every new appointment with a fresh round of expectation.

Aston Villa News / Claret Villans / October 23

Aston Villa vs Man City injury news as 4 ruled out and 5 doubts

Aston Villa now turn their attention back to the Premier League after another Champions League win during the week when they beat Viking at home. Unai Emery's men are turning their season around, now winning five of their last six games across all competitions.

Aston Villa News / Caught Offside / October 22

Record-breaking manager eyed as dream Manchester United candidate

Manchester United reportedly view Aston Villa manager Unai Emery as a dream target to replace the struggling Michael Carrick. The Spanish tactician has done a superb job during his time at Villa Park, and has also impressed at other clubs throughout his career.

Soccer News / Football Italia / October 13

Emery confirms Ruggeri injury blow for Italy and Aston Villa

Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery has confirmed that Matteo Ruggeri will be unavailable for ‘more than one month’ with a hamstring injury, which means