Watkins on Villa's title race after stunning Chelsea win
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins discusses the Premier League title race after his match-winning brace against Chelsea. Read his full comments ahead of the Arsenal clash.
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins discusses the Premier League title race after his match-winning brace against Chelsea. Read his full comments ahead of the Arsenal clash.
Unai Emery makes two changes to his Aston Villa side to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with Ollie Watkins and Amadou Onana dropping to the bench. Can Villa match their historic club record?
Unai Emery faces key selection decisions as Aston Villa prepare to host Chelsea. Get the full predicted lineup, including returning stars and tactical analysis.
Aston Villa face defensive woes with Pau Torres a doubt, while Chelsea get a double boost. Get the latest team news and injury updates ahead of the Premier League fixture.
Get the latest Aston Villa injury news on Pau Torres, Tyrone Mings, and Ross Barkley ahead of their Premier League trip to face Chelsea. Full details on expected return dates.
Wendy's fast food branch in Maidstone has closed permanently without warning, leaving locals shocked just before Christmas. Read local reactions and the reasons cited.
Aston Villa's title charge faces Chelsea's European push amid major injury concerns for both teams. Get the latest team news and predicted line-ups for this crucial Premier League fixture.
Aston Villa's proposed 2026/27 home kit, reportedly dropping the iconic sky-blue sleeves, was discussed at the Fan Advisory Board meeting. The club reassures fans on heritage.
Aston Villa have taken their full 9,000 away ticket allocation for the FA Cup clash at Tottenham, forcing Spurs to relocate some season ticket holders. Get the full details on the fixture.
Aston Villa's nine-game winning streak faces a stern test against Manchester United with up to five players potentially missing. Get the latest injury updates and return dates here.
An American-style cowboy bar on Bromsgrove High Street has closed its doors after just 12 months. Owner Lee Rushton cites lack of support and awareness for the closure of his 'dream' venture. Read the full story.
Aston Villa forward Evann Guessand is absent from the squad to face Arsenal due to injury, casting doubt on his Europa League and AFCON participation. Get the latest team news and analysis.
NatWest is finalising its acquisition of Sainsbury's Bank, moving 1.8 million customers by December. Find out what account holders need to do next.
The A38 Aston Expressway in Birmingham will be closed overnight from 10pm on Friday, December 5 until 3am on Saturday, December 6. A 30mph speed limit will follow. Plan your journey now.
Aston Villa's full Premier League fixture list for the 2025/26 season is out. See the key dates against Arsenal, Man City, and the crucial run-in. Full analysis here.
A Solihull council tenant has been banned from his property for three months after a court granted a Closure Order due to reports of Class A drug misuse and anti-social behaviour. Report issues confidentially.
Complete guide to watching Aston Villa host Arsenal in the Premier League this Saturday. Get TV channel, streaming details, kick-off time and team news.
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez suffers a late injury in the warm-up, forcing him out of the Premier League clash with Brighton. Marco Bizot steps in. Read the full story.
Unai Emery has made four changes to his Aston Villa side for tonight's Premier League trip to Brighton. Ollie Watkins starts as Villa chase a sixth straight win.
Aston Villa's trip to Brighton sees them reunited with referee Andy Madley, who caused confusion last season by counting players on the pitch. Read about the incident and the upcoming Premier League clash.
Car-sharing giant Zipcar announces proposal to end all UK operations. Bookings suspended, final rides permitted until 31 December 2025. Find alternative services and refund details.
Unai Emery is set to make two key changes to his Aston Villa side for the crucial European clash against Brighton. See the full predicted line-up and tactical analysis here.
The M54 in Shropshire is closed eastbound after a lorry crash. National Highways warns of delays as recovery work continues. Follow for live updates.
Euro Mini Market in Lichfield closed for three months after authorities seized suitcases of illegal tobacco and vapes. Report illegal sales via the Trading Standards hotline.
Aston Villa supporters have hours left to save up to 65% on official 2025/26 shirts and over 300 items of merchandise. Use code CM25 before midnight.
A woman was pronounced dead on the M6 southbound near Coventry, leading to a major motorway closure for several hours. Emergency services attended the tragic scene.
A popular McDonald's on London's Walworth Road has served its last meal after 40 years, closing due to local redevelopment plans. All staff have been relocated.
Solihull railway station was forced to close early on 1st December 2025 due to a lack of available staff. Get the latest updates on the disruption and reopening here.
Sainsbury's Bank is closing all remaining customer accounts on Monday, completing its transfer to NatWest. Find out what this means for your banking.
The M6 motorway is closed southbound in Warwickshire after a pedestrian was seriously hurt. Follow our live blog for diversion routes and updates.