From the referee to the key players, the City Ground’s history to Forest’s route to the semi-finals: here is the ultimate match guide ahead of Thursday’s Europa League semi-final first leg.
Aston Villa vs Liverpool has been confirmed for 12:30pm on Sunday 17 May, live on Sky Sports. But if Villa beat Nottingham Forest over two legs, the fixture moves to Friday 15 May at 8pm. Here’s everything you need to know.
Aston Villa are among eight Premier League clubs tracking Sporting CP’s Maxi Araújo this summer: a versatile left-back whose Champions League experience and attacking output make him a compelling target for Emery.
Jadon Sancho is expected to return and Ian Maatsen could come in at left-back as Emery makes two key changes for Thursday’s Europa League semi-final first leg at the City Ground.
Borussia Dortmund are leading the race for Jadon Sancho after Niko Kovac made direct contact, but Aston Villa remain in contention thanks to two very specific and powerful advantages. Here’s the full picture.
Thursday’s Europa League semi-final first leg between Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa is the biggest game for both clubs in decades. Here’s everything you need ahead of kick-off at the City Ground.
Arsenal, Aston Villa and Fulham are all pursuing Oscar Mingueza as his Celta Vigo contract expires in June. Here’s the latest on a transfer race that is pointing firmly toward the Premier League.
Aston Villa are eyeing two midfielders with Celtic connections this summer, Ryan Christie from Bournemouth and Benjamin Nygren from the Hoops themselves. Here’s everything you need to know about both pursuits.
With Kamara out for the season and Onana a doubt for Thursday, Aston Villa face a genuine defensive midfield crisis at the worst possible moment. Here are the tactical solutions Emery could use against Nottingham Forest.
Everton are targeting Aston Villa captain John McGinn this summer — but the Scotland international’s recent form makes the timing of their approach deeply puzzling. Here’s the full story.
Nottingham Forest are facing a defensive crisis ahead of Thursday’s Europa League semi-final first leg against Aston Villa, with both Jair Cunha and Murillo major doubts at the City Ground.
Youri Tielemans has called for an immediate response after Villa’s disappointing defeat at Craven Cottage, with Thursday’s Europa League semi-final first leg at Nottingham Forest now the absolute priority.