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We're live in B6 as Aston Villa plan something special to make 40 years of the club's European Cup triumph over Bayern Munich prior to kick-off this ...

Konsa's clever and wins Villa a free-kick. He's taken a whack but is hobbling on to continue. Best chance of the match so far. Calum Chambers is on in a like-for-like change at centre-back. Stay with us for all of the pre-game build-up, team news, match updates, player ratings and Gerrard's post-match reaction. "We are calling upon all fans to start waving your flags at approximately 1.52pm, when Aston Villa staff lift their flags into position pitchside, and continue waving them through until kick-off," a spokesman said.

Substitute Jeffrey Schlupp cancelled out Ollie Watkins' goal as Crystal Palace earned a Premier League point at Aston Villa. Schlupp had been on the pitch ...

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Aston Villa 1-1 Crystal Palace: Schlupp scored five minutes after coming on to cancel out Ollie Watkins' opener.

Start your Independent Premium subscription today. Martinez made another save as he dealt with a deflected Gallagher shot, before Villa made the breakthrough when Digne crossed from the left and Watkins, battling with Marc Guehi at the far post, got on the end of it to divert the ball past Butland. Lucas Digne had a strike saved by Jack Butland and Watkins hit a shot wide in stoppage time as a subsequent Villa push to reclaim the lead proved in vain.

A close-range Ollie Watkins strike put Aston Villa ahead but late substitute Jeffrey Schlupp pounced to give Crystal Palace a 1-1 draw.

“But I did not have a chance to look at it again.” “From where I was, I thought it was a foul,” he said. “We didn’t deserve to concede but showed quality and character to find the strength to get back in the game.” The forward simply gestured for them to raise the volume. The cold reality, though, is that Vieira and Gerrard have very little interest in backward glances. “From minute one we controlled the game,” he said.

Jeffry Schlupp earned Crystal Palace a point with a late equaliser as the Eagles drew 1-1 with Aston Villa.

Martinez made another save as he dealt with a deflected Gallagher shot, before Villa made the breakthrough when Digne crossed from the left and Watkins, battling with Marc Guehi at the far post, got on the end of it to divert the ball past Butland. Zaha was then to the fore again as his reaction to another McGinn challenge on him drew heckles from Villa fans and the Ivory Coast international opted to cup his ears to the crowd. Ings went close just after the half-hour mark with a curling attempt after receiving the ball from Watkins, and Martinez was then called into action again at the other end as he dived to turn behind a shot by Nathaniel Clyne.

TOM COLLOMOSSE AT VILLA PARK: THEY came to toast the men who lifted the European Cup for Aston Villa 40 years ago and witnessed a game that will not be ...

‘He needs to keep that energy and strength to make the difference in the final third. Gerrard knows his team will have to win games like these if they are to return to the elite, yet Palace deserved their point. and his side could still have an important role to play in this season's title race Danny Ings came close to opening the scoring in the first half for Aston Villa His goal ensured that Crystal Palace remain a point clear of Aston Villa in the table Steven Gerrard wants his Aston Villa side to secure a top-half finish for the first time since 2011

Aston Villa were forced into a substitution just minutes into the second half against Crystal Palace when central defender Ezri Konsa was left unable to ...

The issue is in the knee area." He's got a problem in the knee area. "We're concerned about Ezri," Gerrard admitted in the post-match press conference.

Villa expect to know the extent of Ezri Konsa's knee injury in the next 48 hours with the defender unlikely to play again this season.

I think it was important for us to give them (the 1982 squad) the guard of honour. The plan was for us to get the guard of honour but I wasn't too happy with that. I think we have got a problem.

The Aston Villa head coach is coming under fire from certain supporters after Emiliano Buendia was again only used as a second-half substitute against ...

Just not what you expect when you have a few top quality players. Gerrard 's side couldn't hold on though as the scores were levelled once again nine minutes from time though when Jeffrey Schlupp struck from close range. A Lucas Digne cross caused all sorts of problems and the presence of Ollie Watkins scored past a rooted Jack Butland into the bottom corner.

Aston Villa's hopes of a top ten finish in the Premier League were dealt a blow as Crystal Palace fought back to take a point at Villa Park.

Palace came from behind to secure a well deserved point at Villa Park - vote for your Man of the Match now! Jeffrey Schlupp played the role of super-sub, ...

Eberechi Eze came in second after impressing in a central position, with 22.8% of the vote. Clyne adapted to Palace's 3-5-2 formation with ease, driving many of the visitors' attacks in the wide areas. He topped the poll with 28.8% of the vote.

The Aston Villa defender is now 'extremely' unlikely to feature again for the club in their final pair of Premier League matches against Burnley or ...

The boss also added that they would be "extremely surprised" if the defender is available to play again this season. Just seconds after half-time, the 24-year-old came off worse for wear after a collision with Palace centre-forward Jean-Philippe Mateta and required treatment from the Villa medical staff. "Great atmosphere today.

Steven Gerrard has revealed how he flipped the plan for the Class of 82 to give his Aston Villa players a guard of honour prior to today's draw with Crystal ...

It was really naïve in terms of the goal we've conceded but, overall our performance, there wasn't too much wrong with it." And we wanted to get the win to really show our appreciation for what they have given to the club. Explaining the change of plan, Gerrard told BBC WM : "We wanted to pay our respects.

The Aston Villa boss was left rueing a lack of 'ruthlessness' - something he admits cost him at Rangers too.

Second phase, we were caught sleeping so we've got ourselves to blame and that's where the frustration has come from." I think we created enough to score more than one goal today." "We had chances again today. A lack of ruthlessness was something he criticised at Rangers before his Premier League return. "We said that Crystal Palace carry a threat and they were throwing more profile at the game in terms of Benteke and Edouard, big guys, so we knew they were becoming more dangerous at set-plays. We're doing ever so well to create them.

The latest Aston Villa transfer news from Birmingham Live as Steven Gerrard is linked with a move for midfield reinforcements this summer.

These latest reports of their interest come from journalist Alan Nixon, who claims a 'bumper deal' is in the offing. Kamara would fit that bill and be considerably younger than a number of reported alternatives. Many of those, though, are believed to have 'backed off' due to the player's wage demands.

The journey to bring Philippe Coutinho to Aston Villa from Barcelona on a permanent deal was a long and complex one...

We want him to start using his experience and will to win to help and support us.” First came a lengthy Zoom call back in December, followed by regular conversations to remind Coutinho of Villa’s ambitions when he was deciding on his next move. It explains why Anwar El Ghazi and Trezeguet were shipped out on loan to make room for Coutinho, and also why Bertrand Traore faces an uncertain future after a wasted year in the Midlands. He wanted the move, too, but knew it would take some time to conclude. While NSWE’s money helped get Coutinho in the door, the conversations would not have even started without Gerrard, his former Liverpool team-mate. “We want him to be like a captain for us,” Gerrard says. It’s now eight games without a goal or assist but that doesn’t concern those at Villa who see a bigger picture. He is often the first into training and the last out. Defensive midfield was highlighted as a priority position but Philippe Coutinho’s name also came into the conversation. CEO Christian Purslow, in particular, loved it. Gerrard wants proven winners and the way his former Liverpool team-mate acts on a daily basis shows he still has that drive. The journey to bring Coutinho to the West Midlands on a permanent deal was a long and complex one but upon completion, now has the potential to change the landscape in times ahead.

The pieces are falling into place for a reunion between Luis Suarez and Steven Gerrard at Aston Villa after two encouraging updates.

Luis Suarez will leave Atletico Madrid this summer and will choose between Aston Villa or MLS Luis Suarez to choose Aston Villa or MLS move Regardless he did still bag 11 league goals despite his minutes being severely cut. Why Villa should move for Luis Suarez The pieces are falling into place for a reunion between Luis Suarez and Steven Gerrard at Aston Villa after two encouraging updates. Aston Villa transfer news: Luis Suarez ‘priority’ and official confirmation tee up Steven Gerrard reunion

Aston Villa are strong on the case of Marseille star Boubacar Kamara and hoping to snatch him up on a bumper deal.

Villa manager Steven Gerrard is hoping to enhance his midfield in the summer and the Villans are readying themselves to sign the midfielder. And Aston Villa are keen to make sure they can beat the competition and sign Kamara. Kamara’s contract is running out in the summer and he is set to depart the Ligue 1 club on a free transfer.

Rob Gurney, BBC Radio WM. Frustration is a word that tends to feature all too regularly in Steven Gerrard's vocabulary since taking over at Aston Villa ...

A huge summer beckons for Gerrard and co. A huge summer beckons John McGinn, playing on the left of Villa’s midfield three, was the pass-picker, the defence-splitter, and but for the profligacy of others, could well have had an assist or two to his name.

Aston Villa are beating clubs in Spain and Italy in the battle for Luis Suarez, while Barca seem to think they can land a Man Utd and Arsenal target on the ...

But a couple of years of stagnation hasn’t dampened Newcastle’s interest in the 25-year-old. Having tied up a permanent deal for Philippe Coutinho, Gerrard’s quest to get the old band back together continues with his pursuit of Suarez. Villa’s interest goes back a couple of months and Fichajes reckons they are currently favourites to land the 35-year-old. Aston Villa are beating clubs in Spain and Italy in the battle for Luis Suarez, while Barca seem to think they can land a Man Utd and Arsenal target on the cheap…

The Manchester City forward is set to face Aston Villa for the second time this season on the final day when the Premier League title may well still be on ...

I've never had a game on the last day to win a title, so I'm looking forward to it and I can't wait." "But that doesn't matter at all, it’s not about me, it's not about who we're playing against. "It's gonna be a great day.

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Alan Shearer shares his prediction for Steven Gerrard's side next season.

"Probably Villa. They have already backed him with Lucas Digne and Philippe Coutinho already with that signing and I would expect another four or five that I think would come in,” the pundit said on Match of the Day 2. However, when asked for the team he believed would be the “best of the rest” next season, Alan Shearer picked Steven Gerrard’s side to rise up the Premier League table. Having already signed Lucas Digne and Philippe Coutinho in January, with the latter recently arriving on a permanent basis, the club are expected to be busy once again this summer.

Football Insider has been told by Noel Whelan that all signs are pointing to a potential Aston Villa exit for Emiliano Buendia this summer.

Aston Villa sit 13th in the Premier League after winning just two of their last top-flight meetings. Whelan suggested the Argentina international may not have the trust of the Villa boss. Aston Villa confirmed the signing of Coutinho on a permanent deal on Thursday (12 May).

Anyone with claret and blue in their heart will be cheered by this latest offering, a look at one of British football's greatest triumphs.

My only complaint is that the programme didn’t feature the former Fast Show man reprising one of his most loved sketches, and staring into the camera to say in self-satisfied style: “And then we won the European Cup. Which was nice.” Villa’s sides of 1981 and 1982 will be immortal in the hearts of their devotees. Only Peter Withe, who pops up at the end of the film to insist that he definitely struck the winner against Bayern cleanly, and didn’t shin it as his teammates continue to tease him that he did, is particularly well known. Saunders himself was direct to the point of being brutal and, based on the archive interviews with the likes of Jim Rosenthal, in no doubt as to his own genius. Thomas Tuchel added his weight to Pep Guardiola’s Liverpool conspiracy theories this weekend, agreeing that “there are huge sympathies for Liverpool. I feel that as well, in the whole country.” Hard to feel too sorry for either manager, given their clubs' ownership and megabucks, although perhaps it’s true that Liverpool get a disproportionate amount of attention and generous coverage. I speak of the seven time League winners, seven time FA Cup winners, and former European Champions, Aston Villa.

Villa Bellas will run alongside Her Game Too, a campaign launched last year to eradicate sexism in football. Co-founder Lucy Ford said of Villa's brilliant new ...

The work Aston Villa are doing within the community is great and we thank them for their support.” Co-founder Lucy Ford said of Villa’s brilliant new fan group: “We are delighted to be partnered up with Aston Villa Football Club and we are equally as excited about the launch of Villa Bellas, a women's supporters network for female Aston Villa fans. Sarah Breslin, who founded Villa Bellas, said: “In creating the women’s network, we can challenge sexism and misogyny for the fans in the stands and the women on the pitch.

Aston Villa are in for former Liverpool and Atletico Madrid star Luis Suarez – and the Uruguayan will team up with Philippe Coutinho again if he heads to ...

When not pulling on the FFT shirt, he can be found at Reuters, The Times and the i. Alasdair Mackenzie is a freelance journalist based in Rome, and a FourFourTwo contributor since 2015. Suarez scored 11 La Liga goals for Diego Simeone’s side this season and 13 in all competitions, but couldn’t agree terms for an extension.

Latest Aston Villa transfer news from BirminghamLive as Villa are reportedly with preparing an offer for Luis Suarez.

I want to play somewhere I am happy and comfortable. Villa were previously touted with a move for the former Liverpool and Barcelona forward in January, though no deal materialised. I know Luis extremely well, he is a world-class footballer, but we’re not after adding a centre forward, whether it be Luis or anyone else."

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive brings you the talking points from Villa's 1-1 draw with Palace with Gerrard's men wasteful on Sunday.

It’s going to be different for me, trying to win a title on the last day.” It is going to be strange - just like the reverse fixture back in December when Grealish came on against his boyhood club. The big Belgian was the last Villa player to hit 20 goals back in his debut season when he notched 23 in all competitions. You suspect a new striker could be forthcoming this summer to really challenge Ings and Watkins. Villa must also develop a habit of scoring from the chances that come their way. On the topic of changes, Villa social media and message boards were dominated by Emi Buendia following the full-time whistle, with supporters calling on the Argentinian to start more frequently. To concede that foul in the final third when there was no need to was naïve.”

City know a victory will be enough to clinch a fourth crown in five years no matter what Liverpool do in their last two matches.

It’ll be different for me, I’ve never had that before, to play for a game to win (a title). I’m looking forward to it. I just try to score goals,” he added. “It just had to be against Aston Villa, didn’t it? “About time, isn’t it? “We will try to get all three points. Fingers crossed we can go and get the win.

Jack Grealish cannot wait to take on his former club and try to secure a first Premier League winners' medal.

"The manager tells me (to) keep getting into the box. I can't wait." "It just had to be against Aston Villa, didn't it?

Benfica striker Darwin Nunez is a reported target for Aston Villa and could be available for a cut-price fee. Villa announced their first signing of the ...

Instead, it has been claimed that Villa are “preparing” an offer for Luis Suarez, with the veteran striker set to leave Atletico Madrid this summer. It is suggested that Benfica “ideally want a deal to be completed early” to help their recruitment process, with Stuttgart’s Sasa Kalajdzic viewed as a possible replacement. One player that has been linked with the club in recent months is Benfica forward Darwin Nunez.

For a long time it appeared the biggest cheer of the afternoon at Villa Park had occurred before kick-off.

Villa have won just six of 18 matches on their own patch this season, with just four of those victories coming since Gerrard’s appointment in November. Even should they pull off the shock, it will still require results elsewhere to go their way if they are to jump into the top-10. Unfair as it is, strikers will always be judged by goals and in a division where many matches are decided by fine margins, profligacy has frequently cost Gerrard’s team dear. Watkins’ bullying of Marc Guehi for his goal was a fine demonstration of his qualities but his late miss could hardly be described as an isolated incident. Gerrard has recently made clear both strikers remain a key part of his future plans and there is no doubt their on-field chemistry has developed impressively in recent months. It capped a rough few days for the 29-year-old, who also squandered a hat-trick of opportunities to get his name on the scoresheet in Tuesday’s 2-1 defeat to Liverpool.

The former Liverpool captain is still hopeful that his side can secure a top-half finish in the Premier League.

"At Burnley, we were clinical to take the points. "We needed to take control of that and take maximum points today but my players are frustrated and I really like it. Leeds now lead Burnley by a point in the scrap for survival.

Aston Villa boss Steven Gerrard hopes his players can channel frustration from the last two matches into securing a positive result when they face Burnley ...

"Of course, we need to keep working and improving, but this is one of the areas that next year we will have to be better. And Gerrard said of Watkins: "I think a lot of players wouldn't have even been available, he's battled through and put himself and his body on the line again for 90 minutes. They have been seeking a first top-10 finish in the division since 2011, and Gerrard said: "It's on but it's slightly more difficult now.

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive brings you Gary Neville's thoughts on Villa's upcoming clash with Manchester City.

There are several narratives surrounding the game as Jack Grealish is set to come up against Villa, while hoping to get his hands on the Premier League trophy. Neville has revealed he will be covering the game for Sky Sports and shared his prediction on social media. However, Steven Gerrard’s side are in solid form ahead of Thursday night’s clash against Burnley, having lost one of their last five games.

Latest Aston Villa transfer news from BirminghamLive as Wolfsburg defender Maxence Lacroix is linked with a move to Villa Park.

In previous windows both Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur have been credited with an interest in the centre-back, who would add an abundance of both pace and physicality to any back line within the Premier League. Wolfsburg have struggled to replicate the successes of last season within the league as they sit in 12th, but have maintained a solid defensive showing as they tie Bayern Munich with the most clean sheets within the division (11). With 2491 minutes registered so far in the campaign, Lacroix has been a vital part of this feat. Lacroix, 22, made 30 appearances within an impressive Wolfsburg side that finished fourth in the Bundesliga last season, keeping 14 clean sheets in the process which was the second most within the league behind only RB Leipzig.

All the latest Aston Villa news as BirminghamLive brings you Simon Jordan's prediction for the game against Manchester City.

They've got the point which separates the two in the event that Liverpool win both of their games, so I think it is done. But former Crystal Palace owner Jordan thinks "it is done" and City will get over the line in the end. Whilst speaking on talkSPORT, Jordan was asked if the title race was still alive, and he said: "Theoretically yes but practically probably not.