The Villa Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Villa Podcast
Home of the 'You Let Glenn Whelan Take a 90th Minute Penalty Award'. An Aston Villa and general football show coming in scolding hot after every game. The Villa Podcast is labelled "funny, informative and a breath of fresh air". Brought to you by Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty.
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We're back with things we missed - Aston Villa edition, including Crystal Palace, transfers and season reviews.
And things we missed - non Villa edition, which is a hell of a lot also with the Euros, Ten Hag and Chelsea.
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We did it! Aston Villa have qualified for the Champions League and we have A LOT to talk about. Great stuff from the Liverpool game, terrible stuff from the Liverpool game. Amazing stuff from the season. The stacked quotes of the week and the outfits at the AVFC Player of the Season awards.
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The European adventure is over but we still enjoyed this podcast. Please listen...
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One game closer believe it or not. One Villa win or one more Spurs loss and we've made it to the Champions League. My God! So why does it feel so painful right now?
More injuries, less shots and a team we are so proud of crawling to the end.
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A bad night, a bad referee but who really thinks we can't beat Olympiacos by two goals? We talk about all six in the Villa Park encounter, the bad habits of some of our players and limping over the line as this amazing season comes to a close.
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Potentially the worst performance of the season so in that sense, we have to say this was a good point! Villa are in control of their top 4 destiny as this spectacular season is reaching its crescendo but we do have some major WTF moments to discuss.
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Aston Villa move six clear of Spurs in fourth place with a comeback win over Bournemouth featuring scintillating football, a Diaby redemption, Glitch Konsa is back and Tielemans continues to endear himself.
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Villa are through to a European semi final! It wasn't pretty... until Martinez got cooking - then it was beautiful.
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What a performance from a serious football team with a world class manager. Unai Emery’s Aston Villa do the double over Arsenal and my God they were brilliant. The Weimann Meter is competitive today.
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A win in a European quarter-final, this has to be celebrated! Yes, there are things to be worried but there's also reason to smile and we tussle with that on tonight's podcast.
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Cross the ball against Aston Villa and you'll score. Brentford realised that for 9 minutes and thankfully they didn't keep going. A game that was in the back thrown away as we stumble toward the line.
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A bad night with a bad team as Villa go down to Man City.
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Villa eat wolves for dinner as Diaby strokes in a rasper and Zaniolo and Duran cause carnage from the bench. A good performance and a great win.
We discuss Gary O'Neil, United's top four credentials, Morgan Rogers' decision over breakfast and Mings and McGinn on camera.
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A point from the jaws of defeat! A lot of drama to dissect and a lot of Matt Cash praise incoming
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Duran's left foot, Bailey's physics, Diaby's confidence and Jordan Henderson's walk. An enjoyable night and an enjoyable podcast and time for some England squad announcement of course.
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A near-fatal blow to Aston Villa's top 4 prospects as we lose our captain, our confidence and our control in the Premier League race. Unai Emery set the team up more defensively and a nervous mindset overwhelmed Villa's approach. Mistakes, a red card, another gluttony of goals, mixed in with some posturing instead of running back. A bad day.
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Weird refereeing performance makes things hazy and confusing on another weird night in Amsterdam. Villa take a draw back to Villa Park without a good performance so it's an even bigger week ahead now.
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Aston Villa win ANOTHER ONE - and it's in spite of conceding from set pieces again! Lucas Digne is the hero, Ollie Watkins is elite and Unai Emery sees enough and makes a triple substitution.
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Incisive, dynamic, beautiful attacking Aston Villa were back in force at Villa Park as Nottingham Forest got sliced open time and time again. Our defensive set piece scandal continued to briefly make a game out of it but world class Leon Bailey put it to bed again. Meanwhile, Pep calls all the journalists a bunch of losers and they love it and we discuss Michael Beale's Twitter propaganda.
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Aston Villa are back in the top four with 13 games to go. Excited? We are, again. It's war time now, we're in the trenches. Let's go!
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Imagine losing six points to that Man United team. We finally get around to discussing the sickening nature of the latest Aston Villa defeat, probably the worst of them all despite playing so well. And there's a lot on the menu from Neville, to Bobby Jones, to Ramsey to Bailey to Austin to Carlos.
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Out of the domestic cup again. Thumped at home again. Chelsea completely get the better of Aston Villa, Nicolas Jackson even scores. And we have to talk about it.
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The boys are back in town after thumping the most depressing team in the league. Youri Tielemans impresses, Konsa dazzles and Watkins kills as a fired up Unai Emery forces Aston Villa to bounce back.
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After the unbelievable highs of 2023, it's been a rough six weeks. And we're trying to figure out what happens next and more importantly, what's the point?
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The football is back but it starts with FA Cup and it starts with a draw and a replay and we're not really sure how to feel about it. Plus Jurgen Klopp is stepping down as Liverpool manager and the Ireland hotseat cools down.
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A frustrating day at Goodison Park as Villa fail to capitalise against a poor Everton team. Emery's side gifted Sean Dyche what they wanted too often and were actually fortunate their big chance fell to Calvert Lewin. Alex Moreno and Lenglet have goals disallowed but we have a lot to get off the chest.
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Aston Villa win an FA Cup match! It wasn't the prettiest affair but there's a lot to talk about from the trip to Middlesbrough.
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2023 - the greatest year yet? Conán thinks so... and it's all Unai Emery related. Aston Villa start 2024 joint top of the Premier League table after a late Douglas Luiz penalty spared the blushes of Diaby and Ramsey and Diaby and Watkins and Diaby in a Rosenthal Award to rival the best of them. We talk about Austin McPhee's new inventions, Lenglet and Diego Carlos running mechanics and big Jhon Duran's impact off the bench.
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The worst performance of the Unai Emery era? Aston Villa serve up a Christmas stinker of the vintage variety as it all goes wrong at Old Trafford and a lot of Manchester United characters get their redemption story.
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They just couldn't let us enjoy Aston Villa being on top at Christmas, could they? Villa's draw with Sheffield United had something to be heartened about but for the most part, it was a disappointing evening. We look through the decisions, the non-decisions and the performances ahead of the Man United trip.
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A LOT to talk about as Aston VIlla come from behind to beat Brentford. We go through all the incidents of a tetchy encounter, all the Shithousery nominations and all the WTFs - looking at you, Leon Bailey!
Watkins and Konsa show they're Villa men through and through and Alex Moreno drags himself back from the break like only Andi Weimann could.
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Aston Villa want more. You can see it all over their faces. We break down another spectacular evening at Villa Park, full of flashpoints and chances and topless Diego Carlos. Leon Bailey's improvement, Emi Martinez's different mentality for Arsenal, and Pau Torres the elite footballer - not the "good for a defender" footballer. We also talk about the interviews of John McGinn and Martinez after the game.
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Never have Pep Guardiola's Man City been outplayed like that. Unai Emery's Aston Villa strung them up at Villa Park and gave us one of the most complete performances in most of our lifetimes. Aggressive, hungry, smart, strong, class, relentless. Villa have arrived.
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Ollie Watkins' screamer header ended a frustrating day on a high but it feels like an opportunity missed for Aston Villa. We talk about Ezri Konsa's role and Emery subbing him off, the need for reinforcements and the City game ahead on Wednesday.
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Where has Austin MacPhee been hiding these Douglas Luiz free kicks?! Villa progress in an eventful night in Europe. Crowd trouble, a Watkins injury and game of football. We also look at the Spurs reaction to Matt Cash, Steve Bruce's odds being slashed for the Ireland job and what if Jack Grealish never got injured in 2021?
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9 wins out of 13 for Aston Villa. Top four. And on this episode, Liam discusses the difference between Unai Emery and Conán trying to cross a river. Emi Martinez does match-winning bits, Tielemans changes the game and we look at Everton's 10-point deduction as Pep and Man City look on.
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13 home wins in a row in the league - it's actually frightening how consistent Unai Emery's Aston Villa team is. We talk about how the Champions League door is being left ajar for Villa this season (54:50) even if some in the media can't compute it. Have we seen the Rosenthal to end all? (34:36)
And in WhatsApp Whinges (18:01) we discuss the use of the bench and a real-life text is brought to attention.
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Konsa at right back is a thing of beauty sometimes, even when it looks like he's going to lose the ball - he doesn't. Villa look like they're on their way through their Europa Conference League group with a win over AZ Alkmaar and the first goal came with a lot of luck as Kamara won a corner for the miss of the season. We talk future managers, Man United Twitter and answer listener-submitted questions.
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Can we never just lose a game without this feeling? Nottingham Forest hand Emery's Villa their third defeat of the season. A lot of WTF awards to go through, every chance ballooned over the bar and should we move Diaby's position in these games?
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A fun show as Aston Villa rack up another home win and ease to victory over Luton. Diaby runs the show this time, Pau Torres and Lucas Digne continue to impress, Watkins is denied the season's greatest assist and were we looking at Peter Enckelman all wrong?
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Aston Villa make light work of AZ Alkmaar in the Netherlands as Youri Tielemans and Leon Bailey shine. Some nice goals and moments to talk through before we get to the Issue of the Week: How do we deal with being on everyone's radar now?
Liam answers some FPL dilemmas and we do dinner party guests.
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That's 10-2 in the last two games at Villa Park against Aston Villa's disruptor rivals. Emery bounces on, literally, keen to waste no time. Sky obsess over Lucas Paqueta as Douglas Luiz runs the show. Ezri Konsa leaves Antonio crest-fallen and Matt Cash brings the dog to the fight. New-look Leon Bailey continues to rip it up and his socks aren't the only thing impressing. WhatsApp Whinges (19:55) features David Coote and that positioning of the James Ward Prowse free kick, before some of our own set pieces to discuss - for good and bad! - in the Tactics Awards (40:10) and a tasty Weimann Meter to update at 50:09.
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Another tough game playing Wolves that started well, got bad fast and picked up in injury time. Villa had big chances to win it all at the death and Wolves had their opportunities too as a down week for Douglas Luiz saw no control in midfield. Matt Doherty finally catches up with an attacker only to bundle Watkins over but another good process from VAR lets it go. We also talk Arsenal v Man City and the new strategy Ten Hag should lean into.
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What a night as injury time John McGinn heroics deliver Aston Villa's first win of the Europa Conference League group stage. Matt Cash and Bertie T combine to set up the HEADER as Zaniolo gets closer and closer to the spectacular volley he's after. We talk about Gareth Southgate's England squad, his comments about Ollie Watkins and his exclusion of Ezri Konsa before discussing Troy Deeney's take on Harry Kane and dive into the Instagram accounts of Steven Gerrard and Robbie Keane. Finished up with the Question Box.
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As well as Aston Villa crushing Brighton, as well as Ollie Watkins banging in another hat-trick and Dougie showing serious pace, Matt Cash's performance and McGinn's domination, we have FIFA cards to go through, VAR controversy, Michael Beale, Gareth Southgate and Pep Guardiola to talk about!
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Another cup defeat for Unai Emery's Aston Villa and comfortably one of the worst performances in his time. A handful of changes was enough to take Villa from a team that coasted by Chelsea to a team that genuinely got destroyed by Sean Dyche's Everton. Youri Tielemans was unhappy with game time and tonight he got far too much game time. A lot to talk about as Villa blow the chance to make the last 16 of a League Cup that no longer includes Man City.
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Aston Villa bounce back and Ollie Watkins comes back! 1-0 at Stamford Bridge as a thoroughly underwhelming Chelsea are put to bed. Boubacar Kamara dominates for Unai Emery, Zaniolo nutmegs, Konsa Royce and Pochettino's record. Even some MUTUAL fashion talk before Aaron Ramsdale and the North London Derby.
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Hammered in Poland as Aston Villa start their return to European football with a defeat. Unai Emery gave a chance to some of his squad players and for quite a few of them, they might soon run out of chances. Legia Warsaw won 3-2 as Ernest Muci ran riot. Not a good night for Youri Tielemans and we talk about Watkins' confidence too as well as the newest batch of Would You Sign Him Just In Case players.
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Like we always said, Darren England is the world’s greatest referee. What a day at Villa Park and what an impact Jhon Duran and Leon Bailey made off the bench. Douglas Luiz is running the show at Aston Villa and Conán is reading a lot into a Moussa Diaby tweet. We have a lot more fun things to talk about, which don't include Steve Bruce being lined up for the Ireland job.
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Hammering session at Anfield as Liverpool make Aston Villa look meek. Two goals from corners (again) and a totally lacklustre display on and off the ball leaves a sour taste going into the international break - but at least we have Evan Ferguson to look forward (Ireland, not Villa). Some United v Arsenal chat and Mike Dean's promising punditry career.
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Aston Villa are through to the group stages of the Europa Conference League as Unai Emery fielded another strong squad to finish off Hibernian, Jhon Duran scored again and Leon Bailey looked dangerous again. We talk about the game, Pep's recent transfer comments, Gareth Southgate's latest England squad and answer listener-submitted questions.
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Agricultural Cash? More like Cultured Cash! Matt Cash is the hero this time as Villa beat Burnley and bang in their 12th goal in a week. Unai Emery has steered the ship back on track and he changed formation today, dealt with a change in keeper, and continued John McGinn and Moussa Diaby on their onward journeys to becoming the world’s greatest players.
Believe it or not, Jason Tindall also made the news today. The Newcastle manager celebrated too early trying to make a meme of himself - he succeeded in that, not the way he wanted to.
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Our first European game in 13 years begins with an Ollie Watkins hat-trick, some Bertie T tomfoolery and Lucas Digne giving us all a treat - hopefully, as it turns out, not a goodbye one.
Introducing our new Euro podcast with listener submitted questions to round us off.
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Leon Bailey’s right foot is back. John McGinn’s lethal backside is back. Aston Villa are back.
A 4-0 breeze past Sean Dyche’s relegation fodder sees Villa back into the top 10. Everton are in big trouble, Jordan Pickford’s flailing limbs aren’t helping, but Unai Emery and the boys move forward.
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Welcome to the new season, what do you think of the place? Season 4 of The Villa Podcast begins and it feels like we haven't moved at all. Newcastle tear Villa apart as mistakes and sitters and formation rejigs amount to a bad afternoon. Matt Cash and Leon Bailey on the right hand side gets discussed once or twice, the optics of the Castore jersey, some of Emery's decisions and Tindall and Howe on the sideline. The one positive was Moussa Diaby but we have a lot to talk about. You too, Harry Kane.
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In the End of Season awards we discuss the sad news of Ashley Young leaving the club, we do a Fantasy Draft of The Villa Podcast before choosing the Weimann Meter champion of 2022/23. There's also time for Ten Hag's speech and the worst managerial appointment of the season.
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We did it!!!! Unai Emery has brought Aston Villa in its entirety together.
But Questions We Can't Answer (47:47) threatened to tear us apart again as Conán and Liam disagree on the players' fashion choices for the End of Season Awards and we bring back Sliding Doors to ask What If Gerrard was given the full season.
Loads of praise thrown out in our penultimate podcast of the season against a hungover Roberto De Zerbi.
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A battle at Anfield puts Aston Villa's Conference League destiny in their own hands but Liverpool weren't all happy by what they seen.
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A lot to talk about today! The feel-good vibe is back after an Unai Emery performance comes back in time for the return to Villa Park and maybe one last kick for Europe. McGinn gets all the praise for basically doing everything, Mings is highlighted and Peter Bankes and Jared Gillet's performances are dissected. We even have time to talk Glenn Whelan and Jason Tindal and Bruno Fernandes - the trifecta.
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Looks like the fun is over as Wolves spoil Villa again. A lot to discuss including Villa's press, their set pieces and their subs. But Big Sam's loss to the podcasting world isn't all bad.
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United win at Old Trafford and Erik Ten Hag deserves some credit for doing a job on Villa. Bruno Fernandes doesn't deserve as much credit as he's giving himself though and Villa did still miss some big chances to discuss.
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8 wins out of 10. That's nice enough, isn't it? A tired Villa ripped through Fulham in the first half and saw it out in the second with Mings and Dougie running the show. Buendia argues with Watkins, McGinn is becoming Mr Reliable and Bertie T makes a tackle, of sorts. An old friend Daniel James is back on Liam's radar.
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19 games in a row Aston Villa have now scored - some lost faith a lot more during this one and wanted the team to resort to desperation tactics. Brentford are a good side, and Unai Emery's team still could've stole it at the end. We discuss missed chances, the worst commentary team ever, Maguire v De Gea, Konsa v Dendoncker and Arsenal blowing the league.
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The most complete Aston Villa performance in a long time. Jason Tindall’s high-flying Newcastle United are humbled at Villa Park as yet another Unai Emery masterclass puts Villa firmly in the European hunt.
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Aston Villa win. That’s what they do. Forest are the latest victims of The Bertie Burger. A tough slog of a match but Villa are into the top 6 and Ollie Watkins keeps on scoring.
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5 wins from 6 undefeated games! How did Aston Villa steal a march on world football to hire Unai Emery? His greatest feat? Recalling Bertrand Traore and by God we have all eaten well tonight. What a hero Bertie T has turned out to be. What a time to be a Villa fan. And what clutch from Watkins - not just his goalscoring, his saving at the other end.
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9 wins from 15 for that man Unai Emery. These Aston Villa boys are on fire. Douglas Luiz gets the highest praised possible bestowed on him, Alex Moreno sets the tone and John McGinn, man. Tim Sherwood is back and the podcast takes an artificial intelligence turn at WhatsApp Whinges but not all of the co-presenters are happy about it...
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Douglas Luiz, Jacob Ramsey and Emi Buendia cap a beautiful day at Villa Park as Unai Emery rocks up to what some Bournemouth fans were calling their “playground” and he toyed with them.
Matt Cash was brilliant, Leon Bailey even got an assist and Villa got a sight of the top 10 of the Premier League.
Some days are good.
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Emi Buendia v Danny Ings had nothing to do with football but it was symptomatic of Villa's approach to defending corners. Emi Martinez had an un-Martinez like game and Callum Chambers was thrown into midfield again. A lot of fun in today's podcast, even from that game!
Matt Cash has another insightful interview on Emery and we imagine what Match of the Day could have done if we were producers and needed to fill the seats.
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Results Man Emery makes it two in a row again for Aston Villa and two clean sheets. Patrick Vieira's poor Crystal Palace side were put away at Villa Park as Doucoure does everything he can to get sent off. Bad news on Boubacar Kamara but McGinn and Buendia and Cash have really stepped up but JJ's form is off. We also discuss the new Anti-Martinez Rule, Wilfried Zaha and the Villa players arriving for training.
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Away win at Everton as Ollie Watkins makes it five from five and John McGinn's Unai Emery rise continues. Conán and Liam are in a good mood and Emi Buendia feels it. Time too for some Man United and Saudi Arabia chat.
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Aston Villa can make goals happen. They can also give them away like there nobody's business. Arsenal let off the hook today as Unai Emery's side show their best and their very, very worst in a gradually fading performance.
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Well... that was hard to stomach, Jack Grealish is on top of the menu today as Aston Villa go down to Man City. Gary Neville's demise continues as he tries to speak about the dive, about Haaland's challenge on Martinez, about the 115 charges the Premier League have brought on City.
In WhatsApp Whinges (17:41), we discuss the City fans feeling sorry for themselves, their protests against the PL and Pep Guardiola's decision to come out batting for the club - and Liam brings a bat to Pep Guardiola's career too.
The Awards kick off at 31:43 before we get introduced to Nathan Jones (54:29) on his way out the door.
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Four goals, four mistakes, Villa gift Brendan Rodgers' Leicester an away win at Villa Park and all that's left to do is figure out which was the worst... of a lot of things.
An emergency WTF summit is called for the top of the show as we sift through the goals.
WhatsApp Whinges (19:16) doles out the fines and anticipates the return of Bertrand Traore.
Liam's Jacob Ramsey is pitted against Conán's Ollie Watkins in a super competitive Rosenthal Award (23:26).
The You Let Glenn Whelan Take a 90th Minute Penalty Award (45:56) and the return of the Paul Lambert and Remi Garde awards (49:53) to mark this special occasion.
Matt Cash discussion at 55:20.
Questions We Can't Answer (58:04) introduces Liam to Chelsea's terrible social media video and we discuss their transfers, Sean Dyche (and Frank Lampard).
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Another away win! Unai Emery makes it five wins in his first seven Premier League games as manager of Aston Villa. Ollie Watkins' header from a Douglas Luiz free kick settled this but Villa had their luck which Liam and Conán discuss. Also, the very real possibility of a European challenge - how on earth do we ready ourselves for this? Danny Ings departs for West Ham and the timing confuses everyone whilst Chelsea continue to spend and to seemingly no avail.
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Aston Villa win again and it's not just Unai Emery's coat that catches attention, his beautiful Instagram message too. Leon Bailey The Enigma Part XXVI gives us more food for thought but there are some disagreements about where Ashley Young and Alex Moreno belong on The Weimann Meter.
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Liam returns and there's a lot to talk about. Villa beat Spurs, Bailey beats the keeper against Wolves and misses, everyone is off the boil against Stevenage - except John McGinn.
Harry Maguire is f**king linked to Aston Villa, David De Gea is still being paid and Villa are out of all cup competitions. Happy new year.
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Aston Villa and Liverpool play out a ding dong encounter and this podcast revolves mostly around one question: Are Aston Villa good? They're good and bad, it seems. Both teams miss loads of chances with Darwin Nunez leading the way for Liverpool but Watkins, McGinn and Bailey play out an exciting Rosenthal Award category.
With tactics talk, the lack of subs and even Dean Smith on the menu too, the podcast ends with a reminder that we won't be podcasting after the Spurs game!
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Merry Christmas! Conán is back with a list of Aston Villa items we've missed since the Premier League took a break, Liam isn't impressed with some of the items on the list. The World Cup ended with a cracker final and we dissect it, some questions falling out from the tournament in general and from England's progress and we manage to fit some time (a lot of time) into Emi Martinez's antics.
This was a lot of fun!
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Good boy Dougie Luiz, honest boy Ollie Watkins and Meat Grinder Matt Cash all in for love on today's show.
Van De Beek, Lisandro Martinez and David De Gea all in for the opposite.
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Unai Emery arrives at Aston Villa training and he arrives in a tracksuit! We go straight over to get Liam's thoughts.
Big cull at Bodymoor Heath too as Neil Cutler is the latest coach to leave. Harry Kane tries dancing, Antonio Conte struggles for the spark.
Is Miguel Almiron capable of keeping this up? His career suggests not but...
Lionel Messi and Phil Neville are finally about to get together and Rangers fans try poking fun at Celtic.
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Up the Villa!!
The Aaron Danks Good Craic Meter (15:35)
Good tactics means the Tim Sherwood award is back! (35:00)
Questions We Can't Answer featuring Roy Keane, Ronaldo and an awkward Villa bus home on Thursday (1:01:56)
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Tonight's podcast is a journey! It starts before Gerrard got sacked - but obviously the mood is agitating for him to be put out of his misery. But at (30:09) the news comes in that Aston Villa have parted ways with the Steven Gerrard. So enjoy the real-time freshness of this journey. And of course we finish with awards - out of respect to Stevie.
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A defeat at Villa Park as Chelsea come through an impressive first half from Steven Gerrard's side. A lot of weird tactical decisions during the game are discussed in the award categories (23:29). And we have time for Jurgen Klopp's comments on State-owned football clubs and Pep Guardiola's latest Anfield meltdown (45:02).
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A draw at Nottingham Forest for Steven Gerrard and Aston Villa. Stacked show tonight. WhatsApp Whinges including Coutinho's form and a Steve Bruce special (17:37). An award specifically for John McGinn (32:37) and Questions We Can't Answer touches on Arsenal and Ireland's Euro 2024 qualifying draw (56:35).
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In the general football podcast, we delve back into some Aston Villa fallout missed from Steven Gerrard's press conference. Antonio Conte has given Matt Doherty a tough gauntlet for his Spurs comeback whilst Rangers take criticism for their performance at Liverpool, strangely. Manchester United have a new leadership group, again. And some World Cup chat begins.
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Steven Gerrard is looking more and more agitated as Aston Villa look more and more unconvincing. The latest bore-fest sees Villa unable to break down 10-man Leeds United at Elland Road.
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Steven Gerrard is looking more and more agitated as Aston Villa look more and more unconvincing. The latest bore-fest sees Villa unable to break down 10-man Leeds United at Elland Road.
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Can England still win the World Cup? Even with the Maguire/Southgate combo?
Can Stephen Kenny see through his Ireland project? Even with hiccups, most recently against Armenia.
And we have to talk about the Scottish McGinn and Austin McPhee.
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Aston Villa win 1-0 at home to Southampton but it wasn't a convincing performance from Steven Gerrard's team. A goal from Jacob Ramsey is enough for all three points but there are some issues with the players and the tactical decisions. And we talk about an All-Star game and Liverpool's woes.
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Here we go! Something to smile about. Something to cheer about. Something to be proud of!
Aston Villa deliver a heartening performance at Villa Park to draw 1-1 with Man City. Leon Bailey cancelled out Erling Haaland's goal but Steven Gerrard and his team should've had all three points after a perfectly legitimate Philippe Coutinho goal was chalked off because the Premier League referees don't know the rules.
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Another night, another defeat. Nobody was surprised by the result at the Emirates as Arsenal are the latest to roll Aston Villa over. Mikel Arteta's team have more backbone this season but the pressure mounts on Steven Gerrard.
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3 losses from 4 games for Aston Villa to start the 2022/23 Premier League campaign. Manager Steven Gerrard promised things would be different after a pre-season with the group... they're worse. Villa Park boos rang out as West Ham were the latest team to benefit from a confidence booster at Villa and Christian Purslow is coming under increasing scrutiny as Arsenal and Man City await Gerrard's team.
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What a mad week of Premier League football it has been (and Douglas Luiz scoring corners!) and The Villa Podcast is back with TVP Thursday, United v Liverpool from Monday Night Football is on the menu as Liam takes James Milner's side and Conán puts up a defence for Virgil Van Dijk after their argument because of the Sancho goal. Jesse Marsch's popularity keeps going up as Leeds move on up and his popularity amongst other managers decreases. And busting some myths about the kindness towards Eddie Howe and Newcastle for their spend on transfers.
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Another bad day to support Aston Villa as Steven Gerrard sends his side out to be dominated by Crystal Palace. Patrick Vieira's men are better drilled, better motivated and bullied Villa off the park. John McGinn and the full backs weren't at it, Villa were done over the top like clockwork and once again we're asking what is the game plan and what is our identity?
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Conán mounts a surprise defence of Mikel Arteta's white board. Liam isn't so keen.
Cristiano Ronaldo is compiling a notebook of news articles about himself as the Glazer drama twists and turns as quickly as the transfer links at Old Trafford.
Chelsea compete with themselves for the worst chant ever.
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What a difference a win makes!
Aston Villa bounce back with a win at home to Everton at Villa Park and it's enough to take them to the top half of the table. Danny Ings was in super form, Matt Cash was back to himself, Jacob Ramsey responded and then some, Kamara was class and Frank Lampard went with a bold choice of clothing.
Anthony Gordon took a dive again, Mings answered some critics again and United found a new low... again.
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TVP Thursday is here! (Please help with the name)
In the first of our general football shows, the media spin of Jurgen Klopp's "dry pitch" interview is on the menu as well as Pep Guardiola, Erling Haaland and Jack Grealish. Manchester United and their potential transfers are up for discussion as well as another look at the Ronaldo situation.
And a brand new award category section especially for TVP Thursday - featuring Sam Allardyce, David Moyes and shit tweets.
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Aston Villa lose the 2022/23 Premier League season opener away to Bournemouth with a terrible display. Steven Gerrard comes under fire for a limp display and a devoid of ideas as the players underperform badly too. The Villa Podcast reviews the 2-0 defeat. WhatsApp Whinges (14:28) Award categories (23:55) Questions We Can't Answer But Probably Will (56:28)
The Villa Podcast is back for season 3 and this time we'll have an episode drop every Thursday! Ahead of the new Premier League season, Conán and Liam discuss the AVFC captaincy, Chukwuemeka's impending move to Chelsea, Villa's new signings, Leon Bailey and we get down to business about Mikel Arteta, New United and Haaland.
It was a long ol' season from Dean Smith and Axel Tuanzebe and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to Steven Gerrard and Philippe Coutinho. Little bonus episode here if you want to journey back through the 2021/22 campaign, get a laugh at some of the best bits or, even better, use this as a sample to anyone not bothered to give the full show a first listen! Thanks for all the support
4:23 - Things that have happened since we've been away. 8:46 - Matt Targett and Newcastle fans. 18:16 - Steven Gerrard v Dean Smith. 23:37 - End of season awards. 54:47 - The Ultimate Weimann Meter. Every player ranked. 01:20:20 - Questions We Can't Answer (Son, Haaland, 5 a side problem).
Man City win the league thanks to a five-minute Aston Villa collapse. A brilliant performance for 70 minutes from Steven Gerrard's men but changes to personnel and shape and tired legs and sloppy play all combined to squander a two-goal lead.
Aston Villa see out the season at Villa Park with another draw. Two points from home games against Palace and Burnley means it's just 2 wins in 10 for Steven Gerrard who can still decide the fate of the Premier League for Liverpool with a trip to Man City on Sunday.
Some really good Aston Villa performances in a not so brilliant overall display. Missed chances and some tactical bits to discuss as well as Manager of the Season. Matt Targett has been sniffing around Jack Grealish's instagram replies and faces a backlash. Just one fashion item to talk about.
Liverpool take all three points at Villa Park as Aston Villa lose 2-1 to Jurgen Klopp's side. A lovely header from Sadio Mane wins it for LFC but we discuss the mistakes that led to both Liverpool goals. Jon Moss' referee performance gets discussed (15:44) as well as a host of missed chances and the awards to hand out at 27:52 before we get to Coutinho and Pep Guardiola in Questions We Can't Answer (57:45).
Two wins in a row for Aston Villa after dispensing of Burnley 3-1 at Turf Moor. Steven Gerrard’s men looked excellent as they kept the ball better and opened up the defence more in a heartening performance ahead of Liverpool on Tuesday. Conán and Liam discuss the match, Emi Buendia and, of course, Orjan Nyland.
Liam returns from 9 days away and, well, a lot has happened since he's been gone. Man United fans have a new chant, talkSport is buzzing, Sam Allardyce rocks up at Old Trafford and Jake Humphrey does it again. And Aston Villa win! Some great individual performances at Villa Park as Norwich are relegated. We're back!
Aston Villa draw 0-0 away to Leicester. Steven Gerrard picks up his first point in five games but some fans have started criticising Coutinho. Leon Bailey’s inclusion over Buendia continues to frustrate whilst Tim Iroegbunam really impresses. There’s time for Pickford and Thiago talk in Questions We Can’t Answer.
Steven Gerrard oversees four successive defeats for Aston Villa as the manager’s record now sits at nine losses in the last 15 games. Antonio Conte’s Spurs team rock up at Villa Park to cruise to a 4-0 win with a hat-trick from Son but, once again, Villa were treated to a “good 45 minutes”. 17:58 starts a longer WhatsApp Whinges than usual. 37:25 kicks off the awards categories with the You Let Glenn Whelan Take a 90th Minute Penalty chat at 50:40. Questions We Can't Answer features United and Lampard at 1:04:48.
Aston Villa go down to Wolves - we talk wasted time, tame fight back and terrible goals at the top of the show. WhatsApp Whinges at 16:15. Harry Maguire (23:53). WTF Awards (27:23). Tactical discussion (43:25).
Arsenal outplay Aston Villa again and beat Aston Villa again as Steven Gerrard's men once again approach a big game with fear first. Bukayo Saka's uncle refereed proceedings at Villa Park but the team selection to go with two 10s didn't work again and Villa were slow to react.
It was all going so well! Back down to earth for Villa as David Moyes' West Ham take a 2-1 victory in London. The Villa Podcast discusses the goals and the kick to Douglas Luiz's face at the top of the show before WhatsApp Whinges gets straight into Ashley Young's injury time cross (15:49). The awards begin at 23:38 with some annoying diving habits from Villa brought up before the lack of a striker on the bench (40:22). Cristiano Ronaldo and the media coverage around his effect is on the menu (51:11) as well as VAR and the non-red card during Brighton v Liverpool (56:25).
Steven Gerrard has Aston Villa absolutely motoring. Fantastic football, solid as you like and really strong results. Three wins in a row in the Premier League now and Matty Cash continues his unbelievable form. Danny Ings is proving his worth whilst Emi Martinez's YouTube interview with Ben Foster is heavily discussed. WhatsApp Whinges dissects Douglas Luiz getting back involved in the set piece routines (17:30), the award categories begin at 29:10 with the booing Leeds fans on the menu (37:15), Ezri Konsa on the bench (40:34) before Questions We Can't Answer featuring Coutinho's wages and PSG (56:00).
Aston Villa are back! And so is the podcast. Philippe Coutinho runs the show, Watkins and Ings link up gloriously, Chambers wants the number 10 spot and even Douglas Luiz is having fun. What a performance against Southampton. Let's go!
We move! Good win for Aston Villa away to Brighton. A brilliant Matty Cash goal followed by a Watkins finish (from a Mings long ball!) sees Steven Gerrard and his men take a deserved three points. Another intern gets to referee a Premier League game though and Cash gets a yellow card for a message of support to a Polish team mate in Ukraine.
Aston Villa finally find consistency by backing up the worst performance in a long time with the worst result in a while. Struggling Watford - Roy Hodgson’s Watford - are the latest in a long line of beaten down Premier League teams to roll up and pull Steven Gerrard’s side’s pants down. The Villa Podcast goes through the big talking points at the top before WhatsApp Whinges (15:12) and a discussion of the manager's decisions (40:18) and into Questions We Can't Answer (1:00:55).
Was this the worst Aston Villa performance in recent memory? Newcastle United steamroll Steven Gerrard’s side who were a mess from start to finish. Ollie Watkins had a goal disallowed by VAR by Villa didn’t deserve a point and it’s one win in seven for Gerrard. WhatsApp Whinges are hotter than usual (16:50) whilst there are plenty of awards to hand out today (30:00) before another United players' revolt in Questions We Can’t Answer (50:45).
Aston Villa squander a 3-1 lead at home to Leeds and proceed to waste time to see out the draw. Conán and Liam dissect all the goals and the red card at the top of the show before WhatsApp Whinges (18:51) features some Douglas Luiz talk, listener-inspired whinges and a conversation about Villa's make-or-break attacks. The awards categories are at 30:42 and Questions We Can't Answer with Kurt Zouma and Harry Maguire at 57:02.
Three points on the road for Steven Gerrard's men with a 1-0 win over Everton at Goodison Park. Some Toffees fans cover themselves in shame by throwing missiles at Villa players for celebrating the Emiliano Buendia goal. Emi Martinez has competition for the shithousery award this week whilst Frank Lampard and Thomas Partey are on the menu too.
2-0 and you f**ked it up! Aston Villa claw Manchester United back at Villa Park to deliver a point and a feel-good finish to a carnage-filled second half. Philippe Coutinho takes 14 minutes to register an assist and a goal, Jacob Ramsey brings his big boy boots and Emi Buendia sprinkles some magic throughout. A positive night at Villa Park despite the disappointment of failing to beat a poor United side again - in which Bruno Fernandes has emerged as the frustrating face. Conán records from Spain again so please forgive the audio - back with the proper equipment on Saturday.
VAR keeps the magic of the FA Cup alive but keeping Manchester United in the competition. A strange non-offside, non-handball, non foul on Cavani by Jacob Ramsey sees Danny Ings' equaliser at Old Trafford ruled out. Liam and Conán talk about the game, Douglas Luiz (14:44), Villa's new shape (33:05), Ralf Rangnick (43:30), Marcus Rashford (44:48) and, of course, the signing of Coutinho (47:59).
Four losses from eight for Gerrard as Villa throw away the lead at Brentford in another drab affair. Trezeguet treats us to the worst moment of the season and the January transfer and all its bullshit is in full swing already (44:04).
Aston Villa go down to Chelsea 3-1 at home courtesy of two Jorginho penalties. Matt Cash gives the first away and Matt Targett is mostly at fault for the second penalty and Villa Twitter is on fire. Conán says everyone needs to relax and enjoy themselves and Liam is at hand to dissect Villa's mistakes and Pep Guardiola's latest edition of freaking out.
Jacob Ramsey is here and he is beautiful. Aston Villa's academy shines bright at Norwich as the Todd Cantwell links disappear. WhatsApp Whinges at 15:51, awards from tonight's win at 26:53, and a special Weimann Meter mention for Nakamba at 44:03 before Questions We Can't Answer at 47:10.
Liverpool outplay Aston Villa at Anfield and come away with a 1-0 win. We look at Steven Gerrard's approach, the chances and the referee decisions.
Aston Villa beat Leicester 2-1 at Villa Park and Steven Gerrard's boys bounce on. Marvelous Nakamba excels once more whilst Ezri Konsa finds his scoring form and John McGinn gives an exhibition in shithousery. Some Brendan Rodgers and James Maddison inspired WhatsApp Whinges (18:06) with Mourinho and McFred starring in Questions We Can't Answer (51:15).
Aston Villa go down 2-1 at home to Man City but a spirited second half performance had Villa Park rocking. Steven Gerrard rung the changes when he had to, contained Pep Guardiola’s side after half time and missed some big chances to take something from the game. Jack Grealish returned on the same night Rafa Benitez faced off with Liverpool again. WhatsApp Whinges (13:37), award categories (29:02) and Questions We Can't Answer (51:15).
Villa win 2-1 at Palace and Steven Gerrard has this side playing some serious football. For the first time since 1998, a new Villa manager has won his first two games. McGinn scores and impresses, Nakamba looks good, and Emi Martinez is still shithousing. Gerrard's best tactical decisions discussed at 29:21 before Questions We Can't Answer (48:03) including Chukwuemeka's contract, Villa's Instagram, Grealish flogging tickets and United's new oracle.
Villa Park was rocking as Aston Villa got their first win under the new manager with a 2-0 victory over Brighton. John McGinn was masterful and being kept in line by the boss whilst Mings and Targett were improved and Ashley Young changed the game from central midfield!! WhatsApp Whinges (14:33), Steven Gerrard's tactical shouts during the game (32:03) and Xavi, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Mikel Arteta feature in Questions We Can't Answer (50:48).
Steven Gerrard is at the helm at Bodymoor Heath and there's a new dawn at Aston Villa. Conán and Liam DEBUNK some WhatsApp Whinges about the new manager (14:42) after discussing the exit of Dean Smith. A brand new category includes a checklist of Gerrard's priorities - or things he needs to bin (28:38) before Questions We Can't Answer brings up that man again, Harry Maguire with added Dwight Yorke (47:36).
Five Ls in succession for Aston Villa. Dean Smith is under even more pressure and so are veins in Conán and Liam's heads. Team tactics, player performances all dissected before Questions We Can't Answer at 47:24, including Diego Simeone, Eddie Howe at Newcastle, Gareth Southgate at England and an unhappy Tyrone Mings.
Pressure is mounting on Dean Smith as Conán and Liam take a long at Villa's hoof ball, their mentality and their trajectory. Whilst also dispelling a few myths about Dean Smith's spending as Aston Villa manager. Tactical decisions and formation talk is at 30:10. Questions We Can't Answer (57:04) takes a long at Saturday's Premier League surprises including Liverpool Twitter's panic and Man United's drastic measures.
"One of the worst performances I can ever remember" - Aston Villa were turgid as they went down 3-1 to Arsenal. Absolutely destroyed at the Emirates and Dean Smith was far too slow to make the changes. Mikel Arteta had his side well set up but it's three losses in a row for Villa who are currently in relegation form in the Premier League. Tactical mistakes at 38:33 and Questions We Can't Answer at 59:20
2-0 up, 10 minutes to go. Aston Villa lose 3-2 to Wolves as Dean Smith's men crumble at Villa Park. We talk about the strategy, the mindset, the subs and take comfort in Manchester United and Newcastle.
A bad day at the office for Aston Villa has Liam talking about road traffic accidents. Dean Smith's decision to stick with 3-5-2 for Spurs and Son is put under the microscope as is Villa's midfield but not everyone agrees with the Jacob Ramsey criticism. A packed WhatsApp Whinges (12:47) today and some Questions We Can't Answer (57:37).
Aston Villa beat Manchester United at Old Trafford for the first time since 2009 and it was a fully deserved victory with Kortney Hause heading the winner. Emi Martinez gets inside Bruno Fernandes' head for a dramatic final twist. A longer podcast today with WhatsApp Whinges at 19:14 and Questions We Can't Answer at 1:04:36
Leon Bailey announces himself to Villa Park with an electrifying performance that helps Aston Villa on their way to a 3-0 victory over Everton. Matt Cash gets his first goal and Danny Ings the playmaker arrives. A positive podcast but still time for WhatsApp Whinges, plenty of awards and at 57:13 Questions We Can’t Answer.
A Romelu Lukaku double of goals undoes all of Aston Villa's good work at Stamford Bridge. A well set up team, a litany of defensive errors and a chat about not being afraid to critically analyse Villa's performances. Harry Maguire comes up again as well as Ireland superstar Gavin Bazunu and poor Oliver Holt.
Villa have dropped five points against two newly-promoted sides already as they draw 1-1 with Brentford. Anwar El Ghazi lit up Villa Park and Ashley Young was asked to play in a FOURTH different position. Cristiano Ronaldo joins Man United, leaving Gary Neville with no more excuses for Ole. The Arsenal documentary is going to be the greatest thing ever and bye bye Wesley.
Aston Villa are up and running after a 2-0 win puts Newcastle away. On the menu today, Ings, Young, Ramsey and of course Steve Bruce, Arsenal and Harry Kane.
Happy new season! Aston Villa completely outplayed by Watford - I bet you missed it the football... Matt Targett was back to his 2020 self as Sarr ran amok, Dean Smith's team selection and formation leaves frustrations and a mixed bag for the Aston Villa new signings.
We are back! New season, new hope. Aston Villa, Pep Guardiola and Harry Kane. Let's go!
England fall at the last hurdle as Italy win Euro 2020 on penalties. We’ve a lot to get through - Chiellini, Gareth Southgate, the English penalty mentality and the Manchester United fan with Mrs Grealish 69 on her shirt.
It really is coming home and Irish fans are going to have to prepare themselves. England are into the Euro 2020 final against Italy after beating Denmark 2-1 after extra time in the semis. VAR decides to not intervene on Raheem Sterling’s dive and Harry Kane’s rebound sends them on their way. Gareth Southgate gets some credit in tonight’s podcast! But a lot of backlash for the treatment of Jack Grealish too of course. And we warned them about Jordan Pickford - now he’s here and his threat to England’s chances are live and real.
England storm into the Euro 2020 semi-final with a 4-0 win over Ukraine. Luke Shaw once again makes a mug out of Jose Mourinho and Sancho and Sterling impress. Two more goals for Harry Kane but he's picked up a lot of bad habits. And the biggest worry for England is that Jordan Pickford is back...
England are into the quarter finals of Euro 2020. Jack Grealish comes off the bench and helps them to a 2-0 win over Germany at Wembley as Gareth Southgate and his men march on. His backers like Gary Neville are standing proud. His critics - like Conán and Liam - are standing firm.
Jack Grealish stars for England in his first start at Euro 2020 and then gets brought off. Conán and Liam unload at the treatment of such a gem by Southgate and the English media. Jordan Henderson returns, Harry Kane does little again and is Bukayo Saka ready to make the step up from Arsenal to Aston Villa?
Scotland hold England to a 0-0 draw at Euro 2020 but Steve Clarke's men outplayed what Gareth Southgate served up. Jack Grealish is consigned to the last 27 minutes whilst Phillips and Rice stay on the pitch the whole game despite England completely lacking in cutting edge. Raheem Sterling was poor and captain Harry Kane was substituted.
We're back for Euro 2020 and it's all go to start. Alvaro Morata, Mats Hummels' misfortunes on the menu. Gareth Southgate's England decisions. Terrible Jack Grealish takes. And Aston Villa back in for Ashley Young in the transfer market?
Aston Villa finish the season with a massive high. Fans are back at Villa Park and Chelsea were put to the sword by who else but Bertrand Traore and Anwar El Ghazi! Brendan Rodgers' Leicester City side fall at the finishing line again but Liam isn't so sure about Thomas Tuchel. Jack Grealish takes a slap to the face for his sins and we play you out with a best of the 2020/21 season.
Aston Villa beat Spurs with their final away game of the Premier League season and Chukwuemeka and Philogene-Bidace are here! A great performance with Kortney Hause and John McGinn stepping up. Jack Grealish plays in the number 10 role and Daniel Levy and Spurs continue their decline.
Aston Villa crumble again, this time to Crystal Palace. Conán and Liam discuss the lack of big characters, the lack of control in midfield and the lack of conviction with chances. How will Villa fare with the return of fans? The worst in the league, says Conán. And some "amazing" Bertrand Traore stats.
So this was the Aston Villa v Everton game we've been waiting for all season? Was it worth it? One of the worst games this year still carries plenty of talking points for Conán and Liam from the McGinn question right through to Jamie Redknapp.
Manchester United come from behind to beat Aston Villa 3-1 at Villa Park. Douglas Luiz fouls Paul Pogba again and Bruno Fernandes takes it from there. More questions about the Greenwood and Cavani goals but no questioning the deliciousness of Bertrand Traore's performance. Conán and Liam discuss Villa, United and the Ollie Watkins sending off.
Aston Villa deliver one of their best performances of the season at Everton as Anwar El Ghazi is the hero once again. Ross Barkley was brilliant back at his old club and Ollie Watkins put on a display for the ages.
Keinan Davis scores his first Premier League goal in the 92nd minute for Aston Villa versus West Brom and it's good enough to all but relegate big Sam Allardyce. Two more points dropped from Villa and even Ollie Watkins missed a sitter. Ross Barkley starts.
Aston Villa lose. Again. Again. Man City put them to the sword this time as Matt Cash cancels out John Stones' red card. Keinan Davis doesn't impress with more game time, Jamie Redknapp doesn't impress with more screen time, and who was to blame - Martinez or Mings?
A Super League with Tottenham Hotspur. Get your head around that one. Conán and Liam bring you a bonus podcast to discuss the real worry and threat The Super League poses to football as we know it. And how the billionaire owners reveal themselves - once more - for how filthy they actually are.
Liverpool eventually gun down Aston Villa despite trying their best to not win. Dean Smith makes some questionable decisions, omitting Keinan Davis for the entire match at Anfield and calling upon Ross Barkley once more. VAR and offside is discussed and Jamie Carragher's embarrassing co-commentary around Trent Alexander Arnold and Roberto Firmino is on the menu too.
Aston Villa finally come from behind to win a game!!! Scott Parker and his Fulham side blow a lead at Villa Park as three second half goals do the damage for Villa. Mahmoud Trezeguet is back to his clutch final 10 games form whilst Ollie Watkins got on the scoresheet again. Conán and Liam discuss Dean Smith's changes, John McGinn at number 10 and the continued absence of Jack Grealish.
Aston Villa go down to Spurs as and their standards are getting worse and worse. Jose Mourinho, devoid of ideas and team spirit, leaves Villa Park with three points as Harry Kane enhances his terrible reputation. Life without Jack Grealish continues to make for bleak reading and Conán and Liam discuss Gareth Southgate's England squad.
Aston Villa concede a 94th minute equaliser to Newcastle and it's no less than they deserved. Another terrible performance from Dean Smith's men in the absence of Jack Grealish. It's very concerning now and Liam and Conán and very annoyed...
Aston Villa draw with Wolves as both teams miss big chances to take another step forward in the Premier League. Morgan Sanson gets his first start whilst Ross Barkley gets more game time... to play himself further down the pecking order. Douglas Luiz and Trezeguet come back into the team and Liam and Conán pick through the ups and downs from the match.
Aston Villa lose against the worst team in the Premier League as 10-man Sheffield United get one over Dean Smith and his men. Another flat performance and another one devoid of ideas without Jack Grealish in the team. Liam and Conán dissect a terrible night for the Villa and discuss Paul Scholes' comments on Grealish.
Aston Villa beat Leeds United 1-0 at Elland Road with Anwar El Ghazi stepping up to the plate yet again. Ollie Watkins does Ollie Watkins things as Diego Llorente rolls 5k across the turf. Andy Hinchcliffe treats us to the worst commentary performance of the season whilst Matt Targett and Tyrone Mings continue to climb up the Weimann Meter. Conán and Liam dissect another W for The Villa!
Aston Villa have to play a game without Jack Grealish and despite a spirited second half, it wasn't enough to peg Leicester back, nor was it enough to paper over the Ross Barkley cracks. Conán and Liam say it's time to move on Villa's attacking midfielder and they discuss John McGinn and the ever-improving Matt Targett. The Liverpool fans argument about Thiago Alcantara is on the menu too.
Aston Villa slump to an undeserved goalless draw at Brighton and the new pattern is worrying Conán and Liam. Ross Barkley's form and position continues to be a massive problem for Dean Smith whilst John McGinn's cross-field passes continue to be a source of frustration. We also discuss the misconception that "real" Villa fans shouldn't criticise the team.
Aston Villa beat Arsenal again and Liam is not happy with the obsession with Mikel Arteta. Matty Cash is asked yet again to fight his own battle separate to the war and comes back with a head on a spike whilst Tyrone Mings gains his redemption - again. Dean Smith playing Nakamba over Douglas Luiz though? Let's talk...
One time Aston Villa have conceded a goal this season and won a match. That was 7-2 v Liverpool. Since then, if Villa concede, they don't win. Dean Smith's men delivered their worst performance of the campaign as West Ham outplayed an AVFC side that is showing some worrying trends. Ross Barkley's form at number 10 is not that of a man who wants a place at Euro 2021 and it's hurting John McGinn. Emi Martinez's human side shows again and El Ghazi... well...
Aston Villa win ugly! It was tough, it was messy, it was lucky - finally, Villa dig out three points that they didn't look like getting. Conán and Liam argue about Matt Cash's handball, a lot of players are nominated for the Peter Enckelman Award and Ross Barkley's underrated header is discussed on The Villa Podcast.
Aston Villa succumb to Burnley and their nothingness yet again. Dean Smith is slow with his changes yet again. And some players have question marks over them yet again. A bad night for #AVFC dissected by a wound up Conán and Liam.
Aston Villa beat Newcastle - Steve Bruce's Newcastle, so there's a massive caveat. Conán and Liam discuss the discount sports company that is #NUFC and the biggest concern of the night... Jack Grealish being subbed.
Aston Villa lose 2-0 to City. VAR - or lack of - raises its head again. Referee Jonathan Moss shows his vindictive side again. Pep Guardiola acts out. Tyrone Mings makes a mistake. A frustrating night after a good performance - and heartfelt thanks to Conor Hourihane.
Conán and Liam answer your questions and take a detour from Norway chat up lines, through the Aston Villa dressing room and to the God of football, Paul McGrath.
Aston Villa bowed out of the FA Cup with a defeat to Liverpool as Mark Delaney's teenagers did themselves and the club proud. Louie Barry scores a goal in his first game with the club. Conán and Liam discuss the game, the COVID-19 situation and the Ross Barkley transfer as well as way more. thevillapodcast@gmail.com
Aston Villa lose to Manchester United 2-1 at Old Trafford with a Bruno Fernandes penalty but VAR didn't bother checking a possible Harry Maguire handball. Tyrone Mings finds himself at the centre of a debate whilst Jack Grealish is yet again watched by people who've never watched him play. And now they think he should move. Plus, United celebrate their 16th game of the season as if they've just won the league.
Aston Villa draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge as their great form in the Premier League continues. The Villa Podcast looks at the performance, discusses the Everton v Man City postponement and marvels at Frank Lampard's standards.
Aston Villa beat Crystal Palace 3-0 with goals from Traore, Hause and El Ghazi to get back to winning ways at Villa Park. Ollie Watkins missed some chances to score but he is a brilliant player and The Villa Podcast wants him to know. Liam and Conán frighten the life out of their poor mother with their reaction to the El Ghazi goal.
Conán and Liam discuss another Aston Villa win, this time over rivals West Brom. A comfortable 3-0 victory for Dean Smith sets the tone for the Sam Allardyce regime as Jake Livermore does his best to break Jack Grealish's leg. Two goals from El Ghazi and one for Traore as Villa flying again as The Villa Podcast looks up.
Aston Villa miss a host of chances and draw 0-0 at Villa Park with Burnley. Conán and Liam discuss the opportunities, the need for January reinforcements and the idea of Sean Dyche.
Aston Villa beat Wolves 1-0 in the Premier League with a 94th minute winner from Anwar El Ghazi. The Villa Podcast relive the magic.
Aston Villa lose again, 2-1 to West Ham. Jack Grealish was brilliant but there's a real concern with Ross Barkley being injured, how his absence affects the team. Dean Smith's side have now lost 4 out of their last 5 football matches with Ollie Watkins missing a penalty and VAR cancelling out a late equaliser. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty discuss the latest game on The Villa Podcast.
You'll never guess what... Matt Targett gets a doing today. So does Tyrone Mings. So does John McGinn. So does Michael Oliver and VAR. The Villa Podcast is filled with emotion after a third straight home defeat. Aston Villa played well on the whole so that's bore in mind but some serious improvements are needed. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty unload.
So you think Jack Grealish has been really good for Aston Villa the last two years? Conán Doherty has something to say to you. Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp want 5 subs introduced to the Premier League. Liam Doherty explains why that is preposterous. And Craig Hannan from The Anfield Wrap joins us to talk Gareth Barry, Christian Benteke, Jack Grealish and the Liverpool billboard that's upset a lot of football fans in Dublin.
Another game, another big boy dismantled. IS THERE NO-ONE ELSE?! Jack Grealish destroyed Arsenal, Ross Barkley was back to himself, another clean sheet and Aston Villa have a game in hand to go top of the Premier League. The lads also ponder if they owe Matt Targett an apology...
Aston Villa lose again at home and got 4-0 down to Southampton and show all the worst traits that you don't want in a Premier League team. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty analyse the defeat and look at the yellow streak coursing through the side and wonder what is defensive coach John Terry working on?
Aston Villa and their 100% Premier League record was destroyed against Leeds as Marcelo Bielsa and his men ripped them to shreds in the second half. Dean Smith got his tactics and subs - or lack of - wrong whilst Jack Grealish missed a chance for one of the all time great goals and Matt Targett looked in need of oxygen by the end.
The Villa Podcast celebrates ANOTHER Premier League win for Aston Villa after their 1-0 win away to Leicester. Ross Barkley looked wrecked but you don't take players like him (and Ronaldo...) off. Dean Smith has the system and the team working to perfection but there are two weak leaks in the 11. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty pick the bones of another victory.
Aston Villa beat Liverpool 7-2 in the Premier League - yes, seven to two. Ollie Watkins impresses again as he bangs in a hat-trick, Jack Grealish rips them apart and Ross Barkley shows up well on his debut. Dean Smith made Jurgen Klopp pay with a new formation as the Villa go second in the league - with a game in hand. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty go through a sensational night.
Aston Villa have been dumped out of the EFL Cup after a 1-0 defeat to Stoke at Villa Park. Conán and Liam dissect another terrible El Ghazi performance and look at the difference Ross Barkley will make to the squad. Aston Villa transfers are discussed along with Gareth Southgate's England squad.
Aston Villa made it four wins from four for the season and two from two in the Premier League as they moved into the Champions League places with a 3-0 win over Fulham. Jack Grealish starred again and John McGinn lit the place up whilst Bertrand Traore impressed from the bench. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty discuss on The Villa Podcast.
Aston Villa make it three wins from three as Bertrand Traore grabs a debut goal in the English League Cup. Watkins scores again, Trezeguet impresses but there are questions over El Ghazi and Taylor. Conán and Liam Doherty run the rule over the Bristol City victory.
Aston Villa are off the mark with a win at home to Sheffield United. Emi Martinez announced himself with a majestic performance. Douglas Luiz is crucial to this #AVFC system. Matt Targett is a concern but two more debutants impressed. John Egan got a red card and somehow people thought it was controversial - it wasn't. Conán and Liam Doherty pick the bones off the first game of the season.
Conán Doherty introduces The Villa Podcast. A new Aston Villa podcast dedicated to bringing you the best analysis, the most interesting interviews and the real WhatsApp rants from every #AVFC game.