The mostly second string team lose 2-0 in Moscow and Villa’s European journey comes to a close with a whimper. MON had to decide on his priorities, as he said was likely several weeks ago, and this week it became clear that the UEFA Cup wasn’t foremost on his mind.
Another terrific game at Villa Park, but Villa fall short of getting a result they probably deserved. It’s disappointing for sure, but will it lead to heartbreak further down the line?? Could a trip to Moscow now make or break our season??
UEFA Cup Round of 32, 1st Leg – Villa 1 CSKA Moscow 1. Another fantastic European night at Villa Park, but plenty left to do in Moscow next week. The fat lady’s not singing just yet though, there’s no question that this is very doable.
European competition returns and it’s getting serious now. CSKA Moscow, the team with the best record in the group stages, comes to Villa Park tonight, but will the players and staff be more concerned with Chelsea’s visit on Saturday?
The magic of the FA Cup is over for another season for Aston Villa, Everton deservedly go through to the quarter finals.
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A well earned 2-0 victory extends the away record to seven consecutive victories. Elsewhere, Chelsea are held by Hull. 13 games to go and this Aston Villa side are still cruising.
Villa travel up to Ewood Park looking to extend their 100% away record to 7 games. The teams around us in the table have fixtures that are unlikely to do us any favours, so this is yet another must win game.
Martin O’Neill has now taken charge of 100 Premiership games at Aston Villa and it’s a great opportunity to compare his league record with his predecessors. So… great, or greatest??
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