John Townley's Aston Villa player ratings after Emi Martinez heroics books semi-final place

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery's side progress to the Europa Conference League semi-final after penalty shoot-out victory
BIRMINGHAM LIVE 15 hours ago

Explained: Why Emiliano Martinez was NOT sent off during Aston Villa's penalty shootout against Lille... despite being shown a second yellow card before making save to send Unai Emery's men through

Emiliano Martinez was shown a second yellow card against Lille, however, he still stayed on and helped Aston Villa win on penalties.
GOAL.COM 15 hours ago

Martinez Gets 8, Cash With 7 | Aston Villa Players Rated In Penalty Shootout Win Vs Lille

Aston Villa clashed heads with Lille at the Decathlon Arena – Stade Pierre-Mauroy earlier tonight as they hoped to defend their 2-1 lead from the...
THE4THOFFICIAL.NET 15 hours ago

Emiliano Martinez stars as Aston Villa beat Lille on penalties

Emiliano Martinez was the unsurprising star of a dramatic penalty shootout as Aston Villa edged past Lille and into the semi-final of the Europa...
BELFASTTELEGRAPH.CO.UK 15 hours ago

Aston Villa told 'build the statue' after thrilling Europa Conference League victory

Aston Villa are in the semi-finals of the Europa Conference League after a nail-biting quarterfinal with Lille
BIRMINGHAM LIVE 16 hours ago

Football laws reveal why Emi Martinez wasn't sent off during shootout despite second yellow

There was mass confusion when Emi Martinez was booked for the second time in Aston Villa's Europa League Conference clash with Lille but didn't get...
DAILY STAR 16 hours ago

Martinez the hero as Villa beat Lille in dramatic shoot-out to make semis

"Aston Villa’s dream of landing the UEFA Europa Conference League is still alive after a dramatic penalty shoot-out victory over Lille. A goal in...
EUROSPORT.CO.UK 16 hours ago

Why Emi Martinez wasn't sent off for Aston Villa vs Lille as little-known penalty rule explained

Aston Villa news as goalkeeper Emi Martinez has one of his maddest moments yet in a remarkable penalty shootout Europa Conference League win over...
BIRMINGHAM LIVE 16 hours ago

Why Emiliano Martinez was not sent off for second yellow card during Lille v Aston Villa penalty shootout

A niche rule allowed the goalkeeper to continue.
METRO.CO.UK 16 hours ago

Why Emi Martinez was NOT sent off despite referee showing Aston Villa 'keeper two yellow cards

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez was the hero in a dramatic penalty shootout win against Lille in the Europa Conference League - just minutes...
MIRROR 16 hours ago

Little-known rule sees Emiliano Martinez avoid being sent off for Aston Villa during penalty shootout despite earlier yellow

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez avoided an embarrassing penalty shootout dismissal due to a little-known rule. The Argentinian, who made...
TALKSPORT 16 hours ago

Emiliano Martinez avoids getting sent off DURING penalty shootout against Lille thanks to little-known rule… as Aston Villa and Argentina keeper winds up French crowd

The Argentina goalkeeper, who made headlines with his antics in the World Cup final shootout against France, was warned by Slovakian referee Ivan...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE 16 hours ago

Emiliano Martinez stars as Aston Villa reach Europa Conference League semi-finals on penalties

Emiliano Martinez is the hero for Aston Villa as the Premier League side come from behind to edge out Lille on penalties in the Europa Conference...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK 16 hours ago

Lille 2-1 Aston Villa (agg 3-3, 3-4 on pens): Emiliano Martinez is the hero despite receiving second yellow card in chaotic penalty shoot-out... as Unai Emery's side book place in Europa Conference League semi-finals

TOM COLLOMOSSE: Aston Villa kept their nerve in a chaotic penalty shoot-out to reach the Europa Conference League semi-finals.
DAILY MAIL ONLINE 16 hours ago

BREAKING Emi Martinez 'gets second yellow' during penalty shootout but Villa keeper isn't sent off

Aston Villa's controversial shot-stopper Emi Martinez was flashed his second yellow card of the game during their Europa Conference League penalty...
DAILY STAR 16 hours ago

Video: Matty Cash saves Aston Villa’s European dream with late equaliser after goalkeeper error

Matty Cash has kept Aston Villa’s European dreams alive as the full-back has scored a late equaliser in their Europa Conference League second-leg...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE 16 hours ago

Aston Villa are denied by spectacular double save from Lille goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier in Conference League clash... as Frenchman recovers from initial stop to prevent Douglas Luiz giving visitors the lead in extra time

Villa saved their place in the competition with a late aggregate equaliser from Matty Cash, forcing the game into extra time in France with Lille...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE 16 hours ago

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is booked after FURIOUS touchline exchange with Lille boss Paulo Fonseca during Europa Conference League clash

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery and Lille boss Paulo Fonseca were both booked after a furious touchline row during their Europa Conference League...
DAILY MAIL ONLINE 17 hours ago

Lille fans try and storm the pitch to confront Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez

Europa League stewards were forced to intervene as livid Lille fans tried to attack Aston Villa shot stopper, and public enemy No.1 after his World...
DAILY STAR 17 hours ago

Lille fans charge towards Aston Villa keeper Emiliano Martinez as stewards intervene

Home fans in Lille stormed Aston Villa's goal in their Europa Conference League tie.
EXPRESS 18 hours ago

BREAKING: Aston Villa dealt massive injury worry vs Lille with forced Nicolo Zaniolo decision

Aston Villa injury news as Unai Emery forced into first-half substitution against Lille following problem for Nicolo Zaniolo in France for decisive...
BIRMINGHAM LIVE 18 hours ago

Lille fans storm pitch to confront Emi Martinez as he's branded 'most hated Argentine in France'

Aston Villa star Emi Martinez does not have the best of relationships with French supporters after his antics at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar and...
MIRROR 18 hours ago

Arsenal eye Alexander Isak and Michael Olise in search for striker and winger

Club's owners ready to back Mikel Arteta in transfer market Sporting's Viktor Gyökeres has also been heavily linked Arsenal are targeting a...
THE GUARDIAN 18 hours ago

Chelsea rumors: ‘Scouting mission’ completed for Thiago Silva’s replacement

As the summer transfer window approaches, Chelsea’s scouting network has been buzzing with reports of their interest in Lille’s young center-back,...
CLUTCHPOINTS 19 hours ago

From France: Aston Villa fans praised for Lille behaviour, made an English village, impromptu kickabout

We’re so accustomed to English fans being covered negatively when travelling to Europe to follow their teams, that when news of good behaviour...
SPORT WITNESS 19 hours ago

Chelsea boss Hayes reacts to her side’s latest victory against Aston Villa

Chelsea manager Emma Hayes said that her side needed to be patient as they recorded The post Chelsea boss Hayes reacts to her side’s latest victory...
FAWSL FULL-TIME 19 hours ago

Unai Emery pushing Aston Villa to sign Giovanni Di Lorenzo

Aston Villa are reportedly keen on signing 30-year-old Napoli captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo in the summer transfer window. The post Unai Emery...
THE HARD TACKLE 19 hours ago

Lille v Aston Villa - UEFA Europa Conference League LIVE

"Lille v Aston Villa - UEFA Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg LIVE"
EUROSPORT.CO.UK 19 hours ago

Arsene Wenger thinks Arsenal still have Premier League title advantage

Arsene Wenger believes Arsenal still have one advantage in the Premier League title race, despite the surprise of their weekend defeat to Aston Villa.
DAILYCANNON 19 hours ago

Pundit drops 'huge' Leeds verdict after source's 'devastating' reveal

Leeds United’s star players could seek an exit from the club if they do not get promoted. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, former Aston...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM 19 hours ago

Lille vs Aston Villa LIVE: Europa Conference League team news, line-ups and more from quarter-final clash

The Europa Conference League quarter-final is still up for grabs after a tight first-leg last week
THE INDEPENDENT 20 hours ago

Didi Hamann delivers scathing verdict on three Arsenal signings and insists they are no better than last season

Former Liverpool star Didi Hamann took aim at Arsenal after they were knocked out of the Champions League by Bayern Munich. The Gunners' season is...
TALKSPORT 20 hours ago

Team News: Unai Emery makes two changes to Aston Villa XI for Lille game

Unai Emery makes two changes to his Aston Villa XI for the second leg of their Europa Conference League quarter-final against Lille.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK 20 hours ago

Aston Villa team news vs Lille confirmed as Unai Emery recalls Matty Cash

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery names his starting XI to take on Lille in the Europa Conference League
BIRMINGHAM LIVE 20 hours ago

Aston Villa have everyone at club worrying about Europe – Arsenal win didn’t go unnoticed

Belgian side Club Brugge has aspirations of winning the Europa Conference League this season but Aston Villa's presence in the competition makes...
SPORT WITNESS 20 hours ago

Europa Conference League QF: Lille vs Aston Villa (agg 1-2) - LIVE

Expressandstar.com brings you live coverage as Aston Villa take on Lille in the Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg.
EXPRESS AND STAR 20 hours ago

Lille vs Aston Villa LIVE match updates and team news from Europa Conference League clash

BirminghamLive brings you coverage of Aston Villa's Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg against Lille
BIRMINGHAM LIVE 20 hours ago

Johnston told he can agree Celtic move after 'huge' development - pundit

Celtic ace Mikey Johnston will make a decision on his future this summer. Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, former Rangers and Aston Villa...
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM 20 hours ago

Should Liverpool be looking at Unai Emery?

Liverpool have a mammoth job in their hands as they look for an ideal man to replace Jurgen Klopp at Anfield Stadium, while a varied list of...
PREMIER LEAGUE NEWS NOW 21 hours ago

“He’s going to go through an ordeal” – Aston Villa player to be insulted non-stop tonight, situation getting silly

Aston Villa’s visit to Lille tonight will have a special taste for French fans, who’ll get to see Emiliano Martínez again. Still carrying bitter...
SPORT WITNESS 21 hours ago

Ian Wright claims Arsenal lack ‘X-factor’ midfielder after crushing Champions League defeat to Bayern Munich

Arsenal were dumped out of the Champions League by Bayern Munich (Picture: Getty)Ian Wright believes Arsenal’s Champions League elimination at the...
METRO.CO.UK 22 hours ago

Celtic Hailed as a Bigger Club Than Current EPL and European Champions

Celtic have been hailed as a bigger club than current English and European champions Manchester City. In the mind of Andy Townsend, who played for...
CELTS ARE HERE 22 hours ago

Lille coach Fonseca: Villa will face us as they did at Arsenal

Lille coach Paulo Fonseca expects Aston Villa to play off the break tonight. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM 22 hours ago

Wolves vs Arsenal LIVE commentary: Arteta desperate for win after nightmare week for the Gunners – kick-off time, team news and talkSPORT coverage

Arsenal are in desperate need of a victory when they travel to Molineux to face Wolves this Saturday evening, exclusively live on talkSPORT.  The...
TALKSPORT 22 hours ago

Aston Villa without key midfielders for AFC Bournemouth clash

MIDFIELD could be a key target area for Cherries at Villa Park on Sunday, with the hosts missing a number of star men in that position.
BOURNEMOUTHECHO.CO.UK 22 hours ago

Arsenal’s ‘spooky’ April curse leaves fans astonished with third Mikel Arteta season on verge of being torpedoed

ARSENAL fans have bemoaned their April “curse” as another season threatens to go off the rails in the month. Defeat in the Champions League to...
THE SCOTTISH SUN 22 hours ago

Lille v Aston Villa Predictions and Betting Tips: 7/4 goalscorer fancied in Europa Conference League clash

Find out about our football betting expert's Lille v Aston Villa predictions and betting tips ahead of their Europa Conference League clash on...
GOAL.COM 22 hours ago

Aston Villa, Manchester United scout Raoul Bellanova

Aston Villa and Manchester United have reportedly scouted 23-year-old Italian international Raoul Bellanova in recent weeks. The post Aston Villa,...
THE HARD TACKLE 22 hours ago

Former Derby County, Birmingham City, Hull City Leicester City, Aston Villa and West Brom defender and League One's eldest statesman Curtis Davies on Cheltenham Town survival bid

Cheltenham Town play Lincoln City at home in League One on Saturday, with League One survival in their own hands
GLOUCESTERSHIRELIVE.CO.UK 23 hours ago

‘At Celtic we had no money’ – recruitment chief reveals the Chelsea and Villa players he wanted to sign and why he quit

BRENDAN RODGERS assembled a star-studded Celtic side in his first spell as manager. Scott Sinclair, Moussa Dembele, Odsonne Edouard and Timothy...
THE SCOTTISH SUN 23 hours ago

What new Europa League format would mean for Tottenham or Aston Villa after Champions League blow

The Premier League's hopes of securing an extra place in next season's Champions League took a major blow on Wednesday evening following Arsenal...
FOOTBALL LONDON 23 hours ago

‘You have to dig deep and I think they did’ – Ward reacts to Aston Villa’s defeat at Chelsea

Aston Villa head coach Carla Ward said that her side could take pride from their The post ‘You have to dig deep and I think they did’ – Ward reacts...
FAWSL FULL-TIME 24 hours ago

Diaby: I joined Aston Villa for their history and project

Aston Villa attacker Moussa Diaby says the club's "project" is on track. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM 24 hours ago

Euro Paper Talk: Liverpool open talks to beat Man Utd to brilliant Barcelona star; Chelsea end Osimhen hunt, pick new No 1 striker target | TEAMtalk

Liverpool are in talks to beat Man Utd to a Barcelona star, Chelsea have a new top striker priority, while Aston Villa have launched a bid for a...
TEAMTALK 24 hours ago

Aston Villa, Newcastle and Tottenham all considering surprise signing of 25-year-old – Officials are being sent

Fenerbahce midfielder Ismail Yuksek has attracted the interest of Aston Villa, Newcastle United and Tottenham thanks to his performances this...
SPORT WITNESS 24 hours ago

‘I’m astonished’ – Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne request leaves talkSPORT hosts stunned

Erling Haaland and Kevin De Bruyne shouldn’t start the FA Cup semi-final after asking to come off against Real Madrid. That’s the view of talkSPORT...
TALKSPORT 24 hours ago

Tottenham fans will love giddy Eric Dier’s interview after man-of-the-match display against Arsenal

Eric Dier could not hide his happiness as the former Tottenham star revelled in dumping Arsenal out of the Champions League. Dier starred as Bayern...
TALKSPORT Apr 18

Wolves vs Arsenal preview: Best free betting tips, odds and predictions for Premier League clash

ARSENAL are in desperate need of a pick-me-up after a disastrous week which has threatened their season to unravel. They head to Molineux to face...
THE SUN Apr 18

From France: Aston Villa supporters attacked by hooded gang as arrests made

Aston Villa fans have been attacked by a hooded gang in Lille ahead of the two sides meeting in the Europa League this evening. Le Parisien report...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 18

“He’s an excellent person” – Player raves about Aston Villa star and the prediction which came true

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has found himself being praised by River Plate's Franco Armani, who predicted big things for him early in...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 18

Man Utd flop tipped for Aston Villa transfer in 2024

Former Manchester United defender Teden Mengi is making quite a name for himself with some strong performances for Luton Town in the Premier League...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Apr 18

The lessons Arteta must learn from the week Arsenal’s season went up in flames

Defeats to Aston Villa and Bayern Munich have shown how far Arsenal are from the very top - but that can help them this summer
INEWS.CO.UK Apr 18

Micah Richards trolled by Jude Bellingham as disastrous Champions League predictions resurface

Jude Bellingham brilliantly trolled Micah Richards over a bet the pair had placed ahead of Real Madrid's clash with Manchester City. Richard's...
TALKSPORT Apr 18

Lille vs Aston Villa prediction and odds ahead of Europa Conference League clash

Aston Villa's outstanding season can go one-step better if they can secure a place in the semi-finals of the Europa Conference League when they...
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 18

Aston Villa send official for 23-year-old – Transfer work ongoing, with Manchester United lurking

Torino's Raoul Bellanova has ended up on Aston Villa’s radar for the summer window, with Manchester United also interested, according to Torino...
SPORT WITNESS Apr 18

‘I’m amazed’ – Arsenal fan’s knee-jerk opinion on Mikel Arteta after Champions League exit forces talkSPORT host to defend him

Arsenal have been told to keep their faith in Mikel Arteta after one fan suggested he should be sacked. That is the belief of ex-Chelsea defender...
TALKSPORT Apr 18

Man City fans think one of their own wrecked Bernardo Silva’s penalty in Real Madrid defeat

A few Manchester City fans were furious one of their own forced Bernardo Silva to wait before his failed penalty in the Real Madrid defeat....
TALKSPORT Apr 18

Lille v Aston Villa kick-off time, TV channel and live stream details

Villa will have to navigate a tricky looking tie in France tonight as they look to advance to the UEFA Europa Conference League semi-finals
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 18

Meet 'Astonvilla', the French rock band who enjoyed drinks with David Ginola at the Belfry

Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as we trace an unlikely French connection ahead of Lille clash
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 18

UEFA coefficient development deals Champions League blow to Tottenham, Aston Villa and Man Utd

The Premier League's hopes of securing a fifth Champions League spot took a major hit on Wednesday night with Arsenal and Manchester City both...
FOOTBALL LONDON Apr 18

UEFA coefficient explained as Man United, Tottenham and Aston Villa suffer Champions League blow

The outcome of the Champions League quarter-finals have impacted Manchester United and the Premier League's hopes of gaining an extra Champions...
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS Apr 18

Unai Emery makes blunt 'not relevant' remark about situation of five Aston Villa players

Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery speaks to the press at the Stade Pierre Mauroy
BIRMINGHAM LIVE Apr 18

Aston Villa winger Moussa Diaby 'happy to be back in France' for Lille clash

Aston Villa winger Moussa Diaby is looking forward to playing in his homeland this week. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Apr 18

Aston Villa manager Emery: Lille clash will show where we are

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery cannot wait for their Europa Conference League quarter-final second leg. Read more on Tribal Football
TRIBALFOOTBALL.COM Apr 18

The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur news and links for Thursday, April 17

Photo by Stephanie Meek - CameraSport via Getty ImagesLet's play a fun game! Happy Thursday, Hoddlers! I hope you're having as good a week as...
SBNATION.COM Apr 18

Lille vs Aston Villa prediction, odds and betting tips

Aston Villa take a narrow aggregate lead to France as they face Lille in the Europa Conference League quarter-finals. Paddy Power sign...
TALKSPORT Apr 18

Lille vs Aston Villa betting preview: Best odds and predictions for the UECL clash

LILLE hosts Aston Villa in the second leg of their UEFA Europa Conference League tie at the Stade Pierre-Mauroy on Thursday evening. Villa is...
THE SUN Apr 18

What time and TV channel is Lille v Aston Villa on today in the Europa Conference League?

The sides clash today in the quarter-final of the Europa Conference League.
IRISH MIRROR Apr 18

Interview: Catching up with former Sunderland midfielder Jimmy ‘Chico' Hamilton!

Whar was it like being a young player coming through at Sunderland during the early seventies? Our Kelvin caught up with a man who was right in the...
SBNATION.COM Apr 18

'I'd drive him'... Player Man United sold in 2023 tipped to join Aston Villa after 'astounding' season

Relegation does not have to mean that you won’t be plying your trade in the Premier League next season. James Maddison and Youri Tielemans...
UNITED IN FOCUS Apr 18

Lille vs Aston Villa: Live stream, TV channel, kick-off time & where to watch

Where to watch the Europa Conference League match online between Lille and Aston Villa, including live streams, TV channels, kick-off time and more.
GOAL.COM Apr 18

Lille vs Aston Villa Europa Conference League prediction, odds, lineups and betting offer

Aston Villa's impressive season finds them flirting with a European title and finishing in the top four
MIRROR Apr 18

Arsenal to revive interest in Premier League midfielder this summer?

Arsenal are reportedly considering a renewed effort to sign Aston Villa's Douglas Luiz, who is also on the radar of Barcelona, in the upcoming...
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Apr 17

Martin Keown fears Arsenal don’t deliver ‘when it matters most’ as Mikel Arteta laments first leg mistakes

Arsenal legend Martin Keown has questioned the Gunners’ ability to provide the goods on the big stage after defeat to Bayern Munich. The Gunners...
TALKSPORT Apr 17
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