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Oliver Birch

Oliver Birch

Sports Journalist · 38 articles

Smith set to discuss the futures of six players who are out of contract this summer
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Smith set to discuss the futures of six players who are out of contract this summer

Dean Smith is set to meet with Aston Villa’s sporting director Jesus Garcia Pitarch this week to discuss the future’s of six senior players who are out-of-contract this summer. Villa will return to the Premier League next season following Monday’s 2-1 victory over Derby County in the Championship play-off final, and plans for next season will […]

“Grealish wouldn’t improve Tottenham” says former Spurs midfielder
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“Grealish wouldn’t improve Tottenham” says former Spurs midfielder

Former Tottenham midfielder Darren Anderton believes Aston Villa captain Jack Grealish would not improve his former side, should Spurs pursue a move for the midfielder once again this summer. Grealish has been instrumental for Villa in their run to the play-off final this season, and appeared to commit his long-term future to the club in […]

Mings was a target for Frank Lampard prior to Villa loan
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Mings was a target for Frank Lampard prior to Villa loan

Derby County manager Frank Lampard has revealed that he eyed a move for Tyrone Mings in the January transfer window, prior to his loan move to Aston Villa. The Bournemouth loanee has been a key figure for Villa in their run to the play-off final, where they face off against Lampard’s Derby.  And ahead of […]

Grealish wants West Brom in play-off semi-final
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Grealish wants West Brom in play-off semi-final

Jack Grealish has revealed he is hoping to face rivals West Brom in the play-off semi-final, the Birmingham Mail report via the Daily Mail, with the Baggies the last side to beat Aston Villa prior to their 12 match unbeaten run. As things currently stand in the Championship heading into the final day of the […]

Smith has “respect” for Bielsa following Leeds draw
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Smith has “respect” for Bielsa following Leeds draw

Dean Smith revealed he has “full respect” for Marcelo Bielsa following Aston Villa’s 1-1 draw with Leeds United on Sunday afternoon, BBC Sport report. Bielsa’s side took the lead in controversial fashion when Mateusz Klich fired in despite Leeds appearing to be ready to kick the ball out of play due to an injury to Villa’s […]

Smith proud of “magnificent” Villa after record win
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Smith proud of “magnificent” Villa after record win

Dean Smith has praised his Aston Villa side following their club record 10th consecutive league victory and hailed his players as “magnificent” following Monday’s victory over Millwall. Jonathan Kodjia scored the only goal of the game at Villa Park as Smith’s side dominated proceedings and secured themselves a playoff spot with their record victory. And […]

Abraham praises Villa’s “unbelievable” run
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Abraham praises Villa’s “unbelievable” run

Tammy Abraham has praised his teammates following Aston Villa’s eighth consecutive victory in the league, and believes Dean Smith’s side are on an “unbelievable” run. The striker netted his 24th goal of the season to open the scoring at Villa Park; converting from the penalty spot after missing from 12 yards in midweek against Rotherham. […]

Who was your Man of the Match vs Bristol City?
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Who was your Man of the Match vs Bristol City?

Aston Villa continued their fine form in the Championship with an impressive victory over playoff rivals Bristol City. Tammy Abraham scored from the penalty spot to give Dean Smith’s side the lead 10 minutes into the second half, before Conor Hourihane doubled the home side’s advantage. Famara Diedhiou pulled one back for the visitors with […]

Who was your Man of the Match vs Rotherham?
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Who was your Man of the Match vs Rotherham?

10-man Aston Villa produced a stunning comeback to recover from a goal down to win their seventh consecutive game in the Championship with a 2-1 victory over Rotherham on Wednesday evening. Striker Tammy Abraham missed an early penalty for Villa, before Tyrone Mings was shown a second yellow card when he conceded a penalty at […]

Villa fans name their Man of the Match vs Sheffield Wednesday
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Villa fans name their Man of the Match vs Sheffield Wednesday

Two late goals from Tammy Abraham and Albert Adomah gave Villa their sixth consecutive victory in the Championship on Saturday, as Dean Smith’s side won 3-1 away to Sheffield Wednesday.  Steve Bruce’s Owls went into the tie off the back of a 12-match unbeaten run, but the former Villa boss tasted defeat against his old […]

Who was your Man of the Match vs Sheffield Wednesday?
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Who was your Man of the Match vs Sheffield Wednesday?

Aston Villa won their sixth consecutive Championship game with a 3-1 victory over Sheffield Wednesday as Dean Smith’s side strengthened their push to finish in the playoffs.  Former Villa manager Steve Bruce saw his Wednesday side race into an early lead through Gary Hooper, before John McGinn’s fine finish levelled proceedings.  Albert Adomah and Tammy […]