Dean Smith opens up on the extent of Aston Villa’s coronavirus shutdown
Dean Smith has revealed how a “really frightening” coronavirus surge gripped Aston Villa as his players prepare to end a 19-day Premier League break at Manchester City.
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Dean Smith making no excuses as Aston Villa return to action at Manchester City
Dean Smith admits Aston Villa were taken aback by the speed of the coronavirus outbreak at the club.
Second postponement in a week for Aston Villa as Everton match is moved
Aston Villa have had a second Premier League match in a week postponed after Everton’s visit on Sunday was put off due to ongoing coronavirus issues at the club.
Solskjaer’s sights set on top spot – 5 Premier League talking points
Another midweek round of Premier League matches could see Liverpool lose their place at the top of the table.
Aston Villa to send out youth side for FA Cup match after Covid-19 outbreak
Aston Villa will field a youth team in their FA Cup clash with Liverpool after coronavirus swept through the senior squad.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer delighted with win over Aston Villa but wary of title talk
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was delighted by Manchester United’s winning start to 2021 but knows there is plenty of work to do after edging past Aston Villa to go level on points with Premier League leaders Liverpool.
Dean Smith confident Aston Villa can maintain Premier League form into new year
Boss Dean Smith believes Aston Villa can prove their Premier League credentials in 2021.
What deals could be done in the Premier League’s January transfer window?
The transfer window is set to reopen on January 2 and Premier League clubs will be looking to bolster their squads in this most unpredictable of seasons.
Frank Lampard admits Hakim Ziyech injury is a factor in Chelsea’s dip in form
Frank Lampard has admitted Chelsea’s slump in form has coincided with Hakim Ziyech’s injury absence.
Frank Lampard confident Chelsea will come through ‘tough period’
Frank Lampard has backed Chelsea to emerge stronger from a “tough period” of just one win in five Premier League matches.
Dean Smith hails progress made by in-form Aston Villa
Dean Smith hailed the progress made by his Aston Villa side ahead of their Premier League trip to Chelsea on Monday.
Ollie Watkins singled out for praise by Aston Villa boss Dean Smith
Dean Smith heaped praise on Ollie Watkins after 10-man Aston Villa earned a convincing victory over Crystal Palace.
Dean Smith: There is more to come from Jack Grealish
Dean Smith has warned Aston Villa’s Premier League rivals Jack Grealish is just getting started.
Dean Smith looking to continue Villa progress against ‘smarting’ Palace
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith believes his side’s clash with Crystal Palace symbolises their rapid rise.
Ross Barkley must fight to win Aston Villa starting spot back – Dean Smith
Ross Barkley must fight to win his place back for in-form Aston Villa, boss Dean Smith has warned.
Villa’s Ross Barkley set for Boxing Day return against Palace after month out
Ross Barkley remains on course to return for Aston Villa’s Boxing Day clash with Crystal Palace after a month out with a hamstring injury.
Bertrand Traore aims to keep improving after first Premier League goal for Villa
Bertrand Traore has vowed there is more to come after his first Premier League goal for Aston Villa.
Sam Allardyce considers captaincy change after Jake Livermore red card
Boss Sam Allardyce criticised Jake Livermore and hinted he could lose the West Brom captaincy after his red card in Albion’s nightmare derby defeat.
Dean Smith warns Villa to be wary of a West Brom bounce under Sam Allardyce
Boss Dean Smith has warned Aston Villa to expect a reaction from Sam Allardyce’s West Brom.
Dean Smith happy with Jack Grealish’s focus after off-field issues
Dean Smith praised Jack Grealish’s focus after Aston Villa drew a blank against Burnley.
Villa boss Dean Smith faces goalkeeper dilemma as Tom Heaton returns to fitness
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith admits he will need to think about his goalkeeping situation in January and where Tom Heaton fits into his plans.
Dean Smith keen to keep Douglas Luiz and Ezri Konsa at Aston Villa
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith hopes Douglas Luiz and Ezri Konsa can be tied to long-term contracts at the club.
Dean Smith wants Anwar El Ghazi to take confidence from winner at Wolves
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith hopes Anwar El Ghazi’s match-winning cameo against Wolves will boost the winger’s confidence.
Steven Gerrard pays heartfelt tribute to ‘special man’ Gerard Houllier
Former Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has paid an emotional tribute to former Anfield boss Gerard Houllier.
Dean Smith hails Villa character as 10 men grab win with Anwar El Ghazi penalty
Boss Dean Smith hailed Aston Villa’s character after their last-gasp derby win at Wolves.
Dean Smith hoping Aston Villa can replicate Wolves’ recent success
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith admits Wolves’ recent success is a source of inspiration for his club as they prepare to face their Midlands rivals on Saturday.
Aston Villa will not rush Ross Barkley back from injury
Ross Barkley is making progress in his recovery from injury but the on-loan Aston Villa midfielder will not be fit in time for Saturday’s midlands derby against Wolves.
Angelo Ogbonna credits boss David Moyes for West Ham’s upturn in fortunes
Angelo Ogbonna believes West Ham manager David Moyes deserves all the credit for their turnaround in results.
Dean Smith says VAR ‘wrong’ to deny Aston Villa late penalty in West Ham loss
Dean Smith felt Aston Villa were denied a stoppage-time penalty in their 2-1 defeat at West Ham because VAR was too busy looking at offside against Ollie Watkins.
Long dog walks help Dean Smith deal with life as Aston Villa manager
Aston Villa boss Dean Smith has revealed walking his dog Charlie helps him deal with the stress of the Premier League.