Reaction
Paul Lambert backs Ciaran Clark to recover
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert backs Ciaran Clark to recover from his crucial error in Monday's 1-0 defeat to Manchester City in the Premier League.
Mar 9, 13:23
Matt Lowton: Ciaran Clark will "bounce back"
Aston Villa's Matt Lowton says that Ciaran Clark should not be troubled by his error against Manchester City.
Mar 6, 12:18
Paul Lambert rues Fabian Delph ban
Paul Lambert says that Aston Villa will sorely miss Fabian Delph after picking up a two-match ban against Manchester City.
Mar 5, 07:22
Paul Lambert: 'Ciaran Clark will learn from error'
Paul Lambert says that Ciaran Clark will learn from his mistakes, after his error allowed Manchester City to net a winning goal against Aston Villa.
Mar 5, 07:10
Yaya Toure: 'Manchester City are answering critics'
Yaya Toure says that Manchester City answered their critics following their win over Aston Villa.
Mar 5, 06:59
Kolo Toure wary of chasing pack
Kolo Toure says that keeping Manchester City ahead of the chasing pack for second is vital, following their win over Aston Villa.
Mar 5, 06:49
Kolo Toure impressed by Christian Benteke
Manchester City defender Kolo Toure believes that his battle with Christian Benteke was a pivotal part of last night's 1-0 win over Aston Villa.
Mar 5, 04:58
Roberto Mancini "very sorry" for Rodwell
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini admits that Jack Rodwell's persistent hamstring injury is a major concern.
Mar 5, 02:08
Sergio Aguero out of Barnsley FA Cup clash
Roberto Mancini reveals that Sergio Aguero will not be fit to return in Manchester City's FA Cup last-eight meeting with Barnsley on Saturday.
Mar 4, 23:27
Jack Rodwell faces "3-4 weeks out"
Roberto Mancini reveals that Jack Rodwell could miss up to four weeks of action with a hamstring injury picked up in the win over Aston Villa.
Mar 4, 23:13
Paul Lambert: 'I can't fault players'
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert refuses to blame his players for the club's current plight despite this evening's defeat to Man City leaving them in the relegation zone.
Mar 4, 22:41
Roberto Mancini: 'Title is not over'
Manchester City boss Roberto Mancini claims that the title race is not over after his side reduced the gap between themselves and Manchester United back to 12 points.
Mar 4, 22:28
The Match
Analysis
Sports Mole picks the bones out of Manchester City's slender win at Aston Villa.
Match Report
A Carlos Tevez goal on the stroke of half time is enough to give Manchester City a 1-0 win over Aston Villa this evening.
Live Commentary
Read how Manchester City just edged out Aston Villa in a tight game at Villa Park.
HT Report
Carlos Tevez scores in stoppage time of the first half to give Man City a 1-0 lead over Aston Villa at the halfway stage of their match.
Team News
Sergio Aguero misses out on Manchester City's clash at Aston Villa because of a knee injury he picked up during training.
Preview
Sports Mole looks ahead to an equally-important match for both sides on Monday night as Aston Villa welcome Manchester City.
Head to Head
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Form Guide
Build-up
Gael Clichy wary of Aston Villa agenda
Gael Clichy says that Manchester City cannot underestimate an Aston Villa side that are desperate for points to stay in the Premier League.
Mar 4, 07:32
Ciaran Clark confident of Manchester City triumph
Ciaran Clark says that Aston Villa's Capital One Cup victory over Manchester City in September gives them hope of a win at Villa Park on Monday.
Mar 4, 06:53
Paul Lambert insists Aston Villa can beat Manchester City
Aston Villa manager Paul Lambert believes that his side have enough quality to cause Manchester City problems tonight.
Mar 4, 03:09
Carlos Tevez: Every game is a "must win"
Manchester City striker Carlos Tevez admits every game is a "must win" for his side.
Mar 3, 04:46
Roberto Mancini tips Aston Villa for survival
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini believes that Aston Villa should avoid relegation from the Premier League this season.
Mar 2, 13:32
Vincent Kompany expected to be ruled out of Aston Villa trip
Manchester City captain Vincent Kompany is unlikely to be fit for the club's trip to Aston Villa on Monday, according to Roberto Mancini.
Mar 1, 15:53
Roberto Mancini: 'We must win every game or title race is over'
Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini suggests that the club will be unable to reach Manchester United if they lose to Aston Villa on Monday.
Mar 1, 15:04
Gareth Barry nearing injury return?
Manchester City midfielder Gareth Barry is reportedly nearing a return to full fitness following a two-week absence through injury.
Feb 28, 01:26
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Buccaneers
24-26
Cowboys
| Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | PTS | |
| 1 | Liverpool | 16 | 12 | 3 | 1 | 37 | 16 | 21 | 39 |
| 2 | Chelsea | 17 | 10 | 5 | 2 | 37 | 19 | 18 | 35 |
| 3 | Arsenal | 17 | 9 | 6 | 2 | 34 | 16 | 18 | 33 |
| 4 | Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest | 17 | 9 | 4 | 4 | 23 | 19 | 4 | 31 |
| 5 | Bournemouth | 17 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 27 | 21 | 6 | 28 |
| 6 | Aston Villa | 17 | 8 | 4 | 5 | 26 | 26 | 0 | 28 |
| 7 | Manchester CityMan City | 17 | 8 | 3 | 6 | 29 | 25 | 4 | 27 |
| 8 | Newcastle UnitedNewcastle | 17 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 27 | 21 | 6 | 26 |
| 9 | Fulham | 17 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 24 | 22 | 2 | 25 |
| 10 | Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton | 17 | 6 | 7 | 4 | 27 | 26 | 1 | 25 |
| 11 | Tottenham HotspurSpurs | 17 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 39 | 25 | 14 | 23 |
| 12 | Brentford | 17 | 7 | 2 | 8 | 32 | 32 | 0 | 23 |
| 13 | Manchester UnitedMan Utd | 17 | 6 | 4 | 7 | 21 | 22 | -1 | 22 |
| 14 | West Ham UnitedWest Ham | 17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 22 | 30 | -8 | 20 |
| 15 | Everton | 16 | 3 | 7 | 6 | 14 | 21 | -7 | 16 |
| 16 | Crystal Palace | 17 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 18 | 26 | -8 | 16 |
| 17 | Leicester CityLeicester | 17 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 21 | 37 | -16 | 14 |
| 18 | Wolverhampton WanderersWolves | 17 | 3 | 3 | 11 | 27 | 40 | -13 | 12 |
| 19 | Ipswich TownIpswich | 17 | 2 | 6 | 9 | 16 | 32 | -16 | 12 |
| 20 | Southampton | 17 | 1 | 3 | 13 | 11 | 36 | -25 | 6 |
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