Premier League
Mar 9, 2013 at 3pm UK
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Noel Hunt hits out at match officials for 'disgraceful' decisions
Reading striker Noel Hunt hits out at the match officials overseeing his side's defeat to Aston Villa on Saturday.
Mar 11, 10:59
Paul Lambert backs "exceptional" Nathan Baker
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert praises Nathan Baker's recent contribution to the side despite the defender scoring a comical own goal against Reading this afternoon.
Mar 9, 20:03
Brian McDermott: 'We need to be better'
Reading boss Brian McDermott admits that his side will need to improve if they are to avoid relegation from the Premier League this season.
Mar 9, 19:42
Andreas Weimann: 'Fans were brilliant'
Aston Villa forward Andreas Weimann hails the club's fans after his side moved out of the relegation zone courtesy of a 2-1 win over Reading this afternoon.
Mar 9, 18:00
Brian McDermott has "no problem" with fan criticism
Reading boss Brian McDermott has insisted he has "no problem" with supporters' criticism of his decision making.
Mar 9, 17:45
Paul Lambert proud of "terrific" Aston Villa response
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert believes that his players deserved their 2-1 win at Reading thanks to their spirited response to going behind early on.
Mar 9, 17:23
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Aston Villa's 2-1 win over fellow relegation candidates Reading this afternoon.
Match Report
Aston Villa score twice in 10 minutes to claim all three points at Reading.
Live Commentary
Sports Mole brings you live text commentary from the huge relegation battle between Reading and Aston Villa this afternoon.
HT Report
Aston Villa recover from an early Nathan Baker own goal to lead Reading 2-1 at the break.
Team News
Aston Villa recall Ron Vlaar and start with January signing Yacouba Sylla at Reading this afternoon.
Preview
Sports Mole previews this Saturday's crucial Premier League encounter at the bottom of the table between Reading and Aston Villa.
Head to Head
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Form Guide
Build-up
Fabian Delph looking to repay the faith
Aston Villa midfielder Fabian Delph is hoping to repay the faith shown in him by the club during his side's remaining games this season.
Mar 8, 08:50
Jobi McAnuff aware of Reading's struggles against relegation rivals
Reading skipper Jobi McAnuff believes that it is vital his side start picking up points from teams around them in the Premier League.
Mar 8, 08:19
Ron Vlaar: 'Performances have given us hope'
Aston Villa defender Ron Vlaar believes that his side's recent performances have given them confidence they can survive in the Premier League this season.
Mar 8, 06:20
Paul Lambert: "Results will come"
Paul Lambert says that Aston Villa will start picking up results if they continue their current level of performance.
Mar 8, 04:56
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| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | PTS | |
| 1 | Liverpool | 22 | 16 | 5 | 1 | 54 | 21 | 33 | 53 |
| 2 | Arsenal | 23 | 13 | 8 | 2 | 44 | 21 | 23 | 47 |
| 3 | Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest | 23 | 13 | 5 | 5 | 33 | 27 | 6 | 44 |
| 4 | Manchester CityMan City | 23 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 47 | 30 | 17 | 41 |
| 5 | Newcastle UnitedNewcastle | 23 | 12 | 5 | 6 | 41 | 27 | 14 | 41 |
| 6 | Chelsea | 23 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 45 | 30 | 15 | 40 |
| 7 | Bournemouth | 23 | 11 | 7 | 5 | 41 | 26 | 15 | 40 |
| 8 | Aston Villa | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 34 | 35 | -1 | 37 |
| 9 | Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton | 23 | 8 | 10 | 5 | 35 | 31 | 4 | 34 |
| 10 | Fulham | 23 | 8 | 9 | 6 | 34 | 31 | 3 | 33 |
| 11 | Brentford | 23 | 9 | 4 | 10 | 42 | 40 | 2 | 31 |
| 12 | Manchester UnitedMan Utd | 23 | 8 | 5 | 10 | 28 | 32 | -4 | 29 |
| 13 | Crystal Palace | 23 | 6 | 9 | 8 | 26 | 30 | -4 | 27 |
| 14 | West Ham UnitedWest Ham | 23 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 28 | 44 | -16 | 27 |
| 15 | Tottenham HotspurSpurs | 23 | 7 | 3 | 13 | 46 | 37 | 9 | 24 |
| 16 | Everton | 22 | 5 | 8 | 9 | 19 | 28 | -9 | 23 |
| 17 | Leicester CityLeicester | 23 | 4 | 5 | 14 | 25 | 49 | -24 | 17 |
| 18 | Wolverhampton WanderersWolves | 23 | 4 | 4 | 15 | 32 | 52 | -20 | 16 |
| 19 | Ipswich TownIpswich | 23 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 21 | 47 | -26 | 16 |
| 20 | Southampton | 23 | 1 | 3 | 19 | 16 | 53 | -37 | 6 |
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