The Villans returned to winning ways this evening

Still searching for that perfect Christmas gift for him to celebrate the festive season? Here are some ideal present ideas – each, of course, with a red and blue twist…

Remarks alleged to include reference to appearanceDe Pauw departs after less than six months as manager Robert de Pauw’s departure from his role as Aston Villa’s women’s team manager on Wednesday came amid concerns regarding the way he had allegedly spoken to his players, including about their appearance, the Guardian has been told. It is understood concerns were raised internally about the Dutchman’s allegedly unprofessional remarks and that this was looked into by the club. De Pauw and Aston Villa were contacted for a response. Continue reading...

Max Rushden, Barry Glendenning, Nicky Bandini and Philippe Auclair discuss big wins for Liverpool and Villa, while Brest’s dream continues. Plus, David Squires joins to chat about his new book Rate, review, share on Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Audioboom, Mixcloud, Acast and Stitcher, and join the conversation on Facebook, Twitter and email. On the podcast today: wins for Liverpool and Aston Villa in the Champions League. Ross Barkley grabs a late winner in Leipzig and Liverpool keep up their 100% start with a somewhat unconvincing performance in Girona. Continue reading...

Everything you need to know ahead of today's clash at the Bescot Stadium

Crystal Palace Women returned to winning ways with a comfortable 2-0 home victory against south London rivals Charlton, and now is the time for you to vote for your TEN Player of the Match!

On a blustery afternoon at the VBS Community stadium, Palace blew away south London rivals Charlton Athletic in a 2-0 victory in the Women's League Cup.

Ismaïla Sarr was delighted to produce his first Premier League goal and assist for Crystal Palace in Saturday’s 2-2 draw against Aston Villa.

FREE TO WATCH: Highlights from Aston Villa’s match against Crystal Palace in the Premier League.

Aston Villa managed to swerve a red card in the game against Crystal Palace, however, former referee Mike Dean was not very pleased.

Everton v Brentford, Aston Villa v Crystal PalaceFollow updates from all 3pm games | Email Simon “A home defeat to Brentford is exactly the kind of result that appears on the record of a relegated club come May,” notes Gary Naylor. “So does Sean Dyche adopt his signature caution to avoid that, or does he see the match as an opportunity to lift the team and the fans before the Christmas fixtures, and go expansive? Frankly, sneaking a 1-0 with a deflected Michael Keane header from an 88th-minute corner would do me right now. Though I suspect I’m in a minority amongst Bluenoses.” This is the only photograph I’ve had through from Goodison Park today. I reckon that’s an expansive smile. Continue reading...

EXCLUSIVE: Morgan Rogers has enjoyed a transformative 12 months, with the now England international becoming a key cog in Unai Emery's hugely ambitious Aston Villa squad

From starting out as a Twitter page in 2014 to becoming a thriving community of over 300 active members a decade later, Proud and Palace – the club’s official LGBTQIA+ supporters group – celebrated its 10th anniversary last week with a drinks reception at Selhurst Park, where they were joined by some very special guests…

Crystal Palace take on Liverpool at Selhurst Park on Saturday, 5th October (12:30 BST) - and here's how you can watch and follow the action LIVE!