NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
ASTON VILLA 9-5-6 · 8TH IN ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
9-5-6 · 8TH IN ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE
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Aston Villa CEO's naked self-interest shows what the EFL has been up against for so long The fan-led review is a step in the right direction but its recommendations have entrenched the attitudes the EFL has long been fighting
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Liverpool faces a quick turnaround for a Premier League game against SouthamptonNOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Trezeguet - Completes week of training Trezeguet (knee) has completed a week of training and will get one more before getting some minutes, possibly with the U23 team, according to manager Steven Gerrard.
Impact Trezeguet looks to be edging closer and could be an option before the year is over. It's a great sign for the winger, but it's unknown what kind of role he'll have under Gerrard after being benched in the middle part of last season.
NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Douglas Luiz - Will be option Saturday Luiz (strain) has trained and will be an option for Saturday's match against Crystal Palace, according to manager Steven Gerrard.
Impact Luiz has been out for a few weeks with a muscle injury, but it looks like he's an option again, though it's unclear if he's ready to start after missing time. Marvelous Nakamba played well in Gerrard's debut and could get another start at Palace on Saturday.
NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bertrand Traore - Still out multiple weeks Traore (thigh) "is still some weeks away" from a return, according to manager Steven Gerrard.
Impact This is a tough update on Traore, who wasn't even mentioned by Gerrard last week. Traore has been out for more than a month and simply hasn't been healthy enough to contend for starts this season, which has lead to just four bench appearances.
NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Vieira quick to effect culture change at Crystal Palace
Patrick Vieira was never a player to shirk a challenge and the task he took on at Crystal Palace in his first managerial role in the English Premier League wasn’t for the faint-hea...NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Douglas Luiz - Won't play Saturday Luiz (strain) will remain sidelined ahead of Saturday's clash with Crystal Palace.
Impact It will be the fourth consecutive absence for Luiz due to his muscular injury. Prior to getting hurt, the midfielder started eight straight matches, in which he generated two goals, six shots (zero on target), 23 crosses (six accurate) and 15 corners. Once cleared to play, Luiz figures to offer top-half fantasy value and should continue to factor into freekicks.
NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Trezeguet - Working on pitch Trezeguet was pictured on the pitch with the ball Wednesday, progressing in his recovery from a torn ACL.
Impact This is a good sign for Trezeguet, but he was running on the side a few months ago and this isn't much progress since that update. He underwent surgery in April, so it's still expected he'll be out another two months before he'll have a chance to be an option again.
NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Douglas Luiz - Returns to training Luiz (strain) returned to training with Aston Villa on Tuesday.
Impact Luiz has missed Villa's last three Premier League games with a strain he suffered at the end of October, but he's back in training and might be fit enough to return Saturday against Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
John McGinn - No shot attempts McGinn created a chance, won two of three tackles and made three interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.
Impact McGinn played the full 90 minutes in new manager Steven Gerrard's debut. Although he didn't manage a shot attempt for the first time in six games, McGinn's defensive work helped earn him a clean sheet. Next up for the midfielder is a matchup at Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Danny Ings - Quiet performance in return Ings had zero shots, sent in one inaccurate cross and drew one foul during Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.
Impact Ings was back in the starting XI after a two-game absence, but was mostly a non-factor, being kept at bay by opposing defenders until being subbed off in the 66th minute. With three goals and two assists over 10 appearances this season, the striker will try to bounce back during next Saturday's visit to Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Matt Targett - Performs well on both ends Targett created three chances, sent in six crosses (four accurate), made seven tackles (four won) and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.
Impact Targett made an impact on both side of the pitch, with team highs in chances created, crosses and tackles. The left back is always a factor from the left flank and his two-way potential makes him a great pickup regardless of the matchup. Up next for Targett is Saturday's visit to Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Emilano Martinez - Keeps clean sheet in win Martinez made two saves and kept a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.
Impact Martinez made two huge saves during the first half when the match was still scoreless and that was all for the goalkeeper as his side completely smothered the opposition during the second frame. After 12 goals conceded over four starts in October, it looks like Martinez is bouncing back as he has four saves and one goal allowed over two appearances this month. Up next for him is Saturday's visit to Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Tyrone Mings - Scores in win over Brighton Mings scored a goal off three shots (two on target), made six clearances and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.
Impact Mings was rock-solid at the heart of the defense, but this time he was even better on the attacking end, being a menace on set pieces and sealing the 2-0 win in the 89th minute with a one-time shot off a partial clearance from the opposing defense. This was the first goal of the season for the centre back, who made 18 clearances over the last two starts. He'll try to keep it up during next Saturday's visit to Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ashley Young - Provides assist off bench Young made an assist after coming off the bench during Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.
Impact Young was brought in the 74th minute, replacing Emiliano Buendia, and ten minutes later assisted Ollie Watkins for the opening goal of the match. This has been a rough season for the veteran midfielder, who doesn't start since August and was an unused substitute in five of the eight matches prior to this one. He'll hope this effort helps him to keep getting minutes during next Saturday's visit to Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ollie Watkins - Scores opener in win Watkins scored a goal off two shots (one on target) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Brighton.
Impact Watkins was having a very quiet performance, but everything changed in the 84th minute, when he made a brilliant play, using his speed to beat two defenders before stepping into the box and firing a powerful shot to open the scoring for Villa. This was the forward's third goal over the last six matches. He'll try to keep it up during next Saturday's visit to Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Steven Gerrard 'really pleased' with first Aston Villa win ' Premier League
NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Aston Villa v. Brighton ' PREMIER LEAGUE HIGHLIGHTS ' 11/20/2021
NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Tyrone Mings seals Aston Villa win against Brighton ' Premier League
NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Ollie Watkins fires Villans into late edge v. Brighton ' Premier League
NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Premier League hits and misses: Steven Gerrard's gritty tactics work on Aston Villa bow Steven Gerrards gritty tactics work on Aston Villa bow, Dean Smith makes immediate impact and an opportunity missed for Crystal Palace.
NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • SKY.COM
Hanley's goal gives Dean Smith winning start at Norwich
Norwich manager Dean Smith has made a winning start after Grant Hanley’s 79th-minute header earned the Canaries a 2-1 victory at home to Southampton in the Premier LeagueNOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Gerrard makes winning start as Villa beats Brighton 2-0
Steven Gerrard has made a winning start as Aston Villa manager with a 2-0 victory over Brighton in the Premier LeagueNOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Solskjaer's United loses again; Chelsea consolidates lead
The pressure on Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reached new levels after the team’s latest Premier League setback, a dispiriting 4-1 loss to struggling WatfordNOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
WSL: Man City 5-0 Aston Villa Highlights of the Women's Super League clash between Manchester City and Aston Villa.
NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • SKY.COM
