Episodes

  • Match Reaction: Tielemans’ Fulham winner keeps Champions League hopes alive

    Match Reaction: Tielemans’ Fulham winner keeps Champions League hopes alive
    May 3 2025
    Join VillaTV's Kate Tracey pitch-side at Villa Park with former Aston Villa players, Alan McInally and Garry Thompson, as they dissect Villa’s 1-0 victory against Fulham. Youri Tielemans’ bullet header, an assist on John McGinn’s 200th appearance, and a vital clean sheet are all discussed, as Villa’s Champions League hopes remain intact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    32 mins
  • Garry Thompson: “I Cried My Eyes Out When I Left Villa”

    Garry Thompson: “I Cried My Eyes Out When I Left Villa”
    Apr 30 2025
    On this episode of Villa Podcast: The Official Aston Villa Podcast, hosts Kate Tracey and Alan McInally sit down with former Aston Villa forward Garry Thompson for a fascinating deep dive into his journey from Villa fan to Villa player. Thompson shares heartfelt stories about growing up as a die-hard Aston Villa supporter, the unforgettable moment he first stepped into Villa Park, and the pride of signing for his boyhood club. He also opens up about his early career at Coventry City, his clash with Graham Taylor, and the legendary manager’s role in putting Aston Villa back on the map. Expect never-heard-before tales, including a fiery bust-up at Sheffield Wednesday, how a meeting with Doug Ellis sealed his dream move to Villa, and the emotional farewell that left him in tears. This is a must-listen for Aston Villa fans and football lovers alike—tune in now for an episode packed with passion, nostalgia, and insider stories from a true Villa man! Subscribe now to the Official Aston Villa Podcast and never miss an episode and to check out a full video version of this podcast head to: https://www.avfc.co.uk/video/ Up The Villa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • Tyrone Mings on FA Cup Semi Final: “There’s no getting away from how big this is”

    Tyrone Mings on FA Cup Semi Final: “There’s no getting away from how big this is”
    Apr 24 2025
    In this special episode of Villa Podcast, hosts, Kate Tracey and Alan McInally are joined by Aston Villa defender Tyrone Mings, joins us ahead of Saturday’s FA Cup Semi Final clash with Crystal Palace, offering a brilliant insight into the mindset and preparation inside the camp. In a refreshingly honest and thoughtful chat, Tyrone opens up about the pride he feels in his comeback this season, the importance of understanding his role in a strong squad, and how compartmentalising setbacks has been key to his journey post-injury. He reflects on Villa’s incredible run, how it’s met his expectations because of the sheer quality in the squad, and why Unai Emery keeps everyone on their toes. We also dive into dressing room routines, the psychology of matchday, and why sometimes it’s easier to fire up Call of Duty than sit alone with your thoughts. Plus: what fans don’t see behind the scenes, clear roles and responsibilities, and a funny moment involving a pair of goalkeeper gloves you won’t want to miss. “There’s no getting away from it” - a must-listen episode with one of Villa’s leaders. 🎧 Subscribe now to the Official Aston Villa Podcast and never miss an episode and to check out a full video version of this podcast head to: https://www.avfc.co.uk/video/ Up The Villa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    33 mins
  • Match Reaction: Rogers and Malen score to beat Forest

    Match Reaction: Rogers and Malen score to beat Forest
    Apr 5 2025
    VillaTV's Kate Tracey is joined pitch-side at Villa Park by Aston Villa legends Stiliyan Petrov and Lee Hendrie to react to Unai Emery's side's seventh consecutive win - three points in a 2-1 win over Nottingham Forest. We hear from one of the goalscorer's Donyell Malen who talks to us about his hand in tonight's win. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • David Platt on Aston Villa, Italia 90, and Life in Italy

    David Platt on Aston Villa, Italia 90, and Life in Italy
    Mar 20 2025
    In this special episode of Villa Podast: The Official Aston Villa Podcast, Kate Tracey and Alan McInally sit down with former England and Aston Villa legend David Platt for an exclusive deep dive into his incredible career. Platt takes us back to his early days at Manchester United’s Youth Team, his breakthrough move to Aston Villa, and the pivotal role Graham Taylor played in shaping his career. He reflects on the magic of Italia 90, that unforgettable volley against Belgium, and what it was like playing under the legendary Bobby Robson. We also explore his time in Italy, where he starred for clubs like Bari, Juventus, and Sampdoria, and his international experience, including a story about some mischief in Trinidad and Tobago. Plus, he reveals his favourite goal from an illustrious career that saw him become one of England’s finest midfielders. Don’t miss this must-listen episode filled with untold stories and Villa nostalgia! 🎧 Subscribe now to the Official Aston Villa Podcast and never miss an episode and to check out a full video version of this podcast head to: https://www.avfc.co.uk/video/ Up The Villa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 33 mins
  • Rachel Daly: “Prove People Wrong”

    Rachel Daly: “Prove People Wrong”
    Feb 27 2025
    Villa Podcast: The Official Aston Villa Podcast is back as Kate Tracey and Alan McInally welcome Aston Villa Women’s FC forward, Euro 2022 Winner and former Lioness, Rachel Daly onto the show. Villa’s number 9 joins us in a break from training at Bodymoor Heath to discuss her rise from playing football in a boy’s team in Harrogate to becoming the top scorer for Houston Dash, the pride she felt in representing England Women for the first time and winning the Lionesses’ first major honour at Euro 2022. Also, Rachel recalls a dream debut for Aston Villa and why her focus is now firmly on winning her first trophy for the club. To check out a full video version of this podcast head to: https://www.avfc.co.uk/video/ Up The Villa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • Morgan Rogers: "Unai Saw Something in Me"

    Morgan Rogers: "Unai Saw Something in Me"
    Feb 12 2025
    In this episode of Villa Podcast: The Official Aston Villa Podcast, Kate Tracey and Alan McInally are joined by one of Aston Villa and England’s most exciting prospects, Morgan Rogers. Villa’s number 27 discusses how spells at several clubs up and down the country have formed him into the player and person he has become today. He also touches on how he came to sign for the club after impressing Unai Emery in an FA Cup tie, an unexpected phone call from Jacob Ramsey and of course, that hat trick against Celtic in the Champions League. To check out a full video version of this podcast head to: https://www.avfc.co.uk/video/ Up The Villa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • James Chester: “I came to Aston Villa to get the club promoted”

    James Chester: “I came to Aston Villa to get the club promoted”
    Jan 27 2025
    James Chester returns to Bodymoor Heath to reflect on his career and time at the club in the sixth episode of Villa Podcast: The Official Aston Villa Podcast. Kate Tracey and Alan McInally sat down with James in a new location of the Boardroom at Bodymoor Heath where he spoke about coming through the Manchester United Academy, overcoming several severe knee injuries, and his fondest memories as a Villain. The former Wales international talks about learning from the likes of Rio Ferdinand, Nemanja Vidic and John Terry. Now playing for Salford City, he tells us how hard it is to give up on your playing career, despite injury setbacks. And we also hear how he is officially an Aston Villa fan after falling in love with the club during his time here. To check out a full video version of this podcast head to: https://www.avfc.co.uk/video/ Up The Villa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
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