Villa’s Chris Herd today admitted his goal at Liverpool is his career highlight – but would be eclipsed if he can bag the winner against Stoke tonight.

Alex McLeish was today confident he would not suffer back-to-back Premier League relegations as Villa prepare for a crucial bank holiday weekend double header.

Villa captain Stiliyan Petrov has vowed to fight his battle against acute leukaemia as former sufferer Geoff Thomas today offered support to help him beat the illness.

Stephen Ireland will be an Aston Villa player next season said boss Alex McLeish today, as he was left baffled by speculation linking him to the New York Red Bulls.

Alex McLeish today revealed Villa have begun scouring the globe for the best players available on free transfers but insisted there will be money to spend in the summer.

Alex McLeish was the target of the anger of Villa’s away supporters as they were held to a goalless draw by Wigan.

Alex McLeish today cast doubt on Gabby Agbonlahor’s chances of playing for England at Euro 2012 as Aston Villa weigh up how to solve his injury troubles.

Shay Given today urged Brad Guzan to a sign on the dotted line with Villa after the club offered the back-up goalkeeper a new contract.

Villa boss Alex McLeish today claimed his players have developed a strong team spirit this season which has helped created a never-say-die attitude on the pitch.

Villa boss Alex McLeish has urged Wolves striker Steven Fletcher to revaluate his stand-off with Scotland boss Craig Levein and consider playing for his country again.