Claret & Blue Podcast

Join Mat Kendrick & Ashley Preece to reflect on last night's game at Villa Park which was equal parts frustrating and entertaining! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Rolinson and John Townley reflect on a busy day (of outgoings) at Villa Park on January Deadline Day.They also cast an eye on the one to watch out on loan, whilst assessing Villa's 4 incomings in Coutinho, Digne, Olsen & Chambers.🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonJohn Townley: https://twitter.com/JohnTownley11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One from the Danny Ings handbook here as Calum Chambers joins Aston Villa on a 3 year deal straight out of nowhere!We also discuss the latest on Matty Cash's link to Atletico Madrid, Douglas Luiz to Arsenal and of course Rodrigo Bentancur to Villa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

❌ 11 games under Dean Smith✅ 10 games under Steven Gerrard👀 11th place, 26 pointsThe mini Winter break allows us to assess Aston Villa's season so far... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven Gerrard leaves Goodison Park with a smirk on his face and a big three points for Aston Villa 👀🤩 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jacob Ramsey and Phillipe Coutinho inspire a brilliant comeback against Manchester United 😍😍🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrickDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another BIG deal through the door at Villa Park as Lucas Digne joins Aston Villa from Everton for a reported £25m. Ashley Preece & Pat Rowe discuss the deal and what Digne will bring to Villa. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aston Villa exit the FA Cup at the 3rd Round stage after defeat at Old Trafford to Manchester United. Plus it wouldn't be an Aston Villa vs Manchester United fixture without a controversial decision, this time = VAR. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just what can "football icon" Phillipe Coutinho bring to Steven Gerrard's Aston Villa side?James Rushton caught up with Reach's football scouting expert (and thankfully Liverpool fan) Josh Williams to chat all things Coutinho. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's silly season and a whole host of names have been linked with a move to Villa Park, we look at the Top 3 rumours in Phillipe Coutinho, Lucas Digne and Oriol Romeu.We also reflect on Steven Gerrard's comments in the build up to Villa's trip to Manchester United in the FA Cup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Absolutely not the start any of us wanted to 2022 as Villa take the lead in a game only to throw away all three points (again) - this time down in West London against Brentford. The very definition of "a game of two halves" and there's lots to work on for Steven Gerrard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Rushton & Dan Rolinson sit down to reflect on the Boxing Day defeat at Villa Park as Chelsea dish Villa a knockout blow to take all three points...🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodJames Rushton: https://twitter.com/JamorushtonDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aston Villa fans choose Emiliano Martinez as the club's best performer in 2021 thanks to the annual Reach Fans' Footballer of the Year award, over 4000 votes in the Aston Villa category! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Rushton is joined by the returning Ty Bracey, as well as debutant Stephen (who runs VillaAnalytics) to talk over Villa's win over Norwich.- How will Villa deal with Nakamba's bad injury news?- What did they make of Deano's reception?- Are Villa doing the right thing with Chukwuemeka?- What are we learning about Jacob Ramsey?🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodJames Rushton: https://twitter.com/JamorushtonTy Bracey: https://twitter.com/TyBraceyVilla Analytics: https://twitter.com/VillaAnalytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A LOT has been made about Steven Gerrard's return to Anfield this week, and frankly, he handled it pretty well. Only Mo Salah's penalty the difference as Liverpool beat Gerrard's Villa 1-0 - here's our Villa reporter Ashley Preece with the post-match debrief...Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

John Townley, Pat Rowe and James Rushton caught up to break down Villa's win over Leicester, the performance of Marvelous Nakamba and how much they are looking forward to Gerrard's Anfield homecoming...🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrickDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverJames Rushton: https://twitter.com/JamorushtonPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analyticsJohn Townley: https://twitter.com/JohnTownley11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A huge win for Aston Villa at Villa Park as Gerrard makes it 9 points from 12! 😍😍🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A first defeat for Steven Gerrard as Aston Villa Head Coach but there are plenty of encouraging signs in that second half in particular against Man City.Gerrard will learn more about this Aston Villa squad from that defeat than the previous two wins.🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analyticsJohn Townley: https://twitter.com/johntownley11Mat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time for the annual Reach Fans' Footballer of the Year award in which a selection of Premier League players battle it out for the best player in 2021. VOTE HERE: https://www.mirror.co.uk/fans-footballer-of-the-year/The award also has a bonus winner per club round so we're here today to bring you the nominees for Aston Villa! 🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverJames Rushton: https://twitter.com/JamorushtonPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven Gerrard has won his first two games in charge as Aston Villa Head Coach, so what exactly has he changed to turn Aston Villa's fortunes around?🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analyticsJohn Townley: https://twitter.com/JohnTownley11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

That's a really good win for Aston Villa on the road against Crystal Palace. Steven Gerrard won't be pleased with losing the clean sheet in the final minutes of the game but 6 points from an available 6 in his first two games is fantastic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's game number two for Steven Gerrard as stand in host Matt Davies is joined by Ashley Preece and John Townley to discuss Aston Villa's trip to Crystal Palace. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On today's episode of AVFC Extra (it's been a while huh) we assess how Steven Gerrard changed things in his first game at Aston Villa to beat Brighton. Joining Dan Rolinson and Pat Rowe is friend of the channel and scouting expert, Josh Williams. They discuss Watkins out wide, Buendia's struggles and how long it'll take for Gerrard to fully implement his methods.🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodJosh Williams: https://twitter.com/DistanceCoveredDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analyticsMusic: 7VFDB0LKF7LDIU47 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A HUGE three points for Steven Gerrard and Aston Villa as they beat Brighton 2-0 at Villa Park... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven Gerrard will take to the Aston Villa dugout as Head Coach for the very first time this Saturday as Graham Potter's 7th placed Brighton side head to B6.🎤 First press conference🤔 Expected line up💥 Big atmosphereKeep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steven Gerrard has done his first interview as Aston Villa Head Coach today, so we watched it and gave you our thoughts on what was a very classy and professional showing from the new boss.🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BREAKING: Steven Gerrard is the new Aston Villa Head Coach.Join Dan Rolinson, Ashley Preece and Mat Kendrick as they react to the news and look ahead to the job Steven Gerrard has on his hands to turn Aston Villa around.🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrickAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dean Smith has lost his job as Aston Villa head coach, so where do Villa go from here?It's absolutely crucial Christian Purslow and co. get this next appointment spot on... 😬 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join us for a breaking news episode as Dean Smith has been relieved of his duties as Aston Villa boss after 5 straight defeats. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LLLLL10 points in 11 games for Aston Villa, 5 defeats on the spin.🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The pressure is mounting and we've got a BIG game on our hands this Friday away at Southampton...Join James Rushton and Pat Rowe to discuss all things Aston Villa...🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodJames Rushton: https://twitter.com/jamorushtonPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Let's talk about Villa's horrific run of form... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ashley Preece and Pat Rowe sit down to discuss Aston Villa's recent slide and look at how they can get back on track against West Ham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The brilliant Garry Thompson joined the Claret & Blue podcast for a chat...😖 How joining Villa spiralled into a disaster👏🏻 Graham Taylor was 'perfect' for Aston Villa😂 Classic Doug Ellis talesBUY GARRY'S BOOK HERE: https://www.curtis-sport.com/online-store/Dont-Believe-A-Word-p261651726Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrickDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

An utterly embarrassing performance from Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium!Join Mat Kendrick & Dan Rolinson for their instant thoughts in the Claret & Blue podcast post match debrief. 🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrickMusic: 2EAUHIMXUD5L331C Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh from Dean Smith's press conference, Ashley Preece caught up with Pat Rowe for a chat on all things Aston Villa.🦁 Leon Bailey is set for a return🤞🏻 Smith assured Villa are better than results suggest🔜 The inner city Academy plans🤔 Time to abandon the 352?Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analyticsMusic: EFST7MLHDS7BS1LV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A bitterly disappointing one for us to take at Villa Park 😖😖 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A defeat for a 'sloppy' Aston Villa side at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium yesterday as we now head into the International break.🤷‍♂️ The 433/352 debate😖 Son inspires Spurs🤔 Ings & Watkins partnershipKeep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ashley Preece is joined by Football London's lead Tottenham correspondent Alasdair Gold to preview Aston Villa's trip to face Spurs...🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverAlasdair Gold: https://twitter.com/AlasdairGold Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With 48 hours to reflect on Aston Villa's away win at Old Trafford, we're still buzzing! So join Dan Rolinson, Pat Rowe & John Townley to look back at the performance, whilst taking a sneaky look forward to Spurs on Sunday. 🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analyticsJohn Townley: https://twitter.com/JohnTownley11Music: Z46JLOPKBXUKYE42 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kortney Hause's bullet-header seals all three points for Aston Villa after Bruno Fernandes absolutely skies his penalty in the 92nd minute...🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserver Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ashley Preece for a fan-led Q&A recorded live on our Facebook page. Ash answered questions about the side that faced Chelsea, the squad depth heading into Man United away, and clarified Leon Bailey's quad injury...🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

James Rushton is joined by Ashley Preece & John Townley to look back on Aston Villa's emphatic 3-0 victory over Everton.The trio address the 3-at-the-back formation, Tyrone Mings' colossal performance, Leon Bailey's explosive impact - all before looking ahead to Chelsea & Manchester United.🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverJames Rushton: https://twitter.com/JamorushtonJohn Townley: https://twitter.com/johntownley11 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What a brilliant night at Villa Park, Aston Villa put on a show for the fans as Leon Bailey announced himself to the Premier League with an explosive 20 minute cameo... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Rolinson is joined by scouting experts David Hughes of the Liverpool Echo and Patrick Rowe to preview Aston Villa's game against Everton🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrickDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonDavid Hughes: https://twitter.com/DAHughes_Pat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analytics Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ashley Preece, James Rushton and Dan Rolinson to assess Aston Villa's defeat to Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.✍🏻 The 3-5-2 system🥴 Tyrone Mings' error🔵 How to bounce back vs Everton🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonAshley Preece: https://twitter.com/PreeceObserverJames Rushton: https://twitter.com/Jamorushton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aston Villa are back in Premier League action, so we sat down to look ahead to the trip to London to face Thomas Tuchel's Chelsea side - with the help of football.london reporter, Adam Newson🎙🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonPat Rowe: https://twitter.com/pgr_analyticsAdam Newson: https://twitter.com/AdamNewson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan Rolinson, Ashley Preece & James Rushton sit down after Deadline Day to assess Aston Villa's 2021 summer transfer window after the club made 5 additions to their squad following the sale of Jack Grealish.🎙🎙Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinsonJames Rushton: https://twitter.com/JamorushtonMusic: QTEXZVDUCBK2IXWM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join James Rushton & John Townley to take a deeper look at Aston Villa's 1-1 draw with Brentford at Villa Park.The duo also look at Villa's need for a midfield recruit, the developing youngsters & the decision for the 2 Emi's to head out to Argentina... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All square at Villa Park this afternoon as Villa draw 1-1 with Brentford... 🤝----------------------------------------------------------------Keep up to date with our latest episodes: https://bit.ly/ClaretAndBlueNewsletterFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ClaretBluePodMat Kendrick: https://twitter.com/MatKendrickDan Rolinson: https://twitter.com/DanRolinson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices