Villa's Fixture Crunch Compared to Arsenal & Man City
Aston Villa's stunning win at Chelsea keeps them in the Premier League title hunt. We analyse their next five crucial fixtures compared to rivals Arsenal and Manchester City.
Aston Villa's stunning win at Chelsea keeps them in the Premier League title hunt. We analyse their next five crucial fixtures compared to rivals Arsenal and Manchester City.
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery gives a blunt response on the Premier League title race after his side's stunning comeback victory at Chelsea extends their winning run.
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.
Tributes pour in for former Gloucester Mayor and Sheriff Terry Haines, a Labour stalwart and founding force in the city's athletics scene, who died suddenly aged 82.
Aston Villa captain John McGinn says discussions about a Premier League title challenge are forbidden at the club's training ground as they focus on their crucial festive fixtures. Read his full interview.
Unai Emery's Aston Villa are defying expectations in the Premier League title race. We analyse their seven-game winning streak, squad balance, and why they're a major threat to Arsenal and Manchester City.
The Junior Tour of Wales is rebranded as The John Richards Junior Tour for 2026. The three-day cycling event will feature new stages in Mid Wales, acting as a key launchpad for future stars.
A male driver has died following a medical emergency in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services rushed to Wake Green Road but could not save him. Read the full story.
A woman has died after being struck by a van on Worcester Road. Paramedics provided advanced life support but could not save her. Read the latest details.
A male driver has died following a medical emergency on Wake Green Road in Moseley, Birmingham. Emergency services were called at 7.28am on December 22. Read the full story.
Over 1,600 motorists fined in 39 days on Kent's A299 Thanet Way due to urgent safety measures for damaged road surfaces. Police urge drivers to respect the limit.
Wake Green Road in Moseley is closed following a serious collision. Police urge drivers to avoid the area as bus diversions are in place. Follow live updates.
Gary Neville predicts a two-horse Premier League title race between Arsenal and Man City, dismissing Aston Villa's chances despite their impressive form. Read his full analysis.
Police renew appeal for witnesses to a fatal crash on Stratford Road, Sparkbrook, that killed a 22-year-old passenger. A £20,000 reward is offered for information.
A Birmingham mother shares her grief five years after her son and daughter-in-law died in a crash. She urges drivers to wear seatbelts and drive safely this Christmas.
Birmingham City Council is installing average speed cameras on six new routes in 2026, expanding enforcement across the city. Drivers urged to stick to limits to save lives.
A road in south-west Birmingham was closed after a two-car collision at the junction of Scotland Lane and Frankley Lane. One person sustained non-life-threatening injuries. Get the latest traffic updates.
A boy and three adults were injured in a two-car collision at a Handsworth junction. Emergency services rushed to the scene. Get the latest Birmingham traffic news.
New predictions suggest Craig Revel Horwood could leave Strictly Come Dancing for RuPaul's Drag Race before 2026 ends. Discover all the potential career moves for Strictly stars.
A driver faces multiple charges after a collision on Soho Road, Handsworth, left a pedestrian dead and a woman seriously injured. Police appeal for witnesses.
The Handsworth community gathered for a poignant minute's silence after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road. A 54-year-old man died and a woman was injured. Police have made an arrest.
Birmingham City Council launches consultation on 20mph speed limits and safety measures near Chilcote School in Hall Green. Have your say by 9 January.
A 41-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving after a collision on Soho Road, Birmingham, which killed a 54-year-old man. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Two pedestrians were injured, one seriously, in a hit-and-run on Soho Road, Birmingham. The road is closed as police search for the grey Corsa driver. Follow live updates.
Police are searching for a driver who fled the scene after a collision left two pedestrians injured on Soho Road in Handsworth. One person has serious injuries. The road is closed.
A serious collision has led to the closure of the A41 Soho Road in Handsworth, Birmingham. Police are investigating and bus diversions are in place. Follow for live updates.
Aston Villa are battling Tottenham and Newcastle for Brentford's £61m striker Igor Thiago. His signing could be the decisive factor in Villa's stunning Premier League title challenge. Read the latest.
Martin O'Neill believes Aston Villa are in the Premier League title race but doubts they can win it, tipping Arsenal for glory. Read his full analysis and Simon Jordan's view.
A journalist's experience of being pulled over for driving too slowly on a dark, rainy night leads to a reflection on the vital role of police in keeping roads safe, especially during the festive season.
Mikel Arteta concedes Aston Villa are Premier League title contenders after their last-gasp win over Arsenal. Read his full verdict and warning for the season ahead.