Going Backwards & The Importance Of An Undroppable Player
Saturday afternoon was less than spectacular to say the least, but should we be looking at individual games or the season overall? Matt Turvey investigates.
If The Academy Can Provide Great Players, Why Are We Buying Externally?
Aston Villa are often lauded for their academy, but few progress from the youth ranks to real success. Matt Turvey looks at the reasons why.
The Key Issue Affecting Villa’s Development?
Paul Lambert displays tremendous adaptability in tactical terms, but is he asking too much of his squad in terms of the roles they are expected to fill?
One More Winger All That’s Needed with Albrighton in Place
He’s only young, but he’s good. AVL’s Martin Laurence runs the rule over Albrighton in comparison to Downing, and you might be encouraged at what the numbers reveal.
Will we miss Ashley?
How does Ashley Young compare to his current squad mate replacements? Will we miss him? AVL’s bi-weekly guest columnist Martin Laurence offers statistical analyses.