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Charlotte Pogson, a postgraduate student, is studying marketing at Durham University. She is also a keen football fan and has taken the love of the game and passion into research. She is currently researching into fan engagement in football and wants to understand this topic further. The objective is for the findings to inform footballRead more

Membership schemes have been a topical subject for several clubs. Supporter groups have heavily criticised these schemes accusing clubs of cashing in on their loyalty. As for our ‘away scheme,’ it was clear from elements of it that it had issues, particularly in how it was open to abuse. For members wishing to attend awayRead more

The Trust is concerned to read the news today, that despite the recording of an Asset of Community Value on the stadium, a transfer of ownership may have taken place. We are attempting to clarify the details. When they are available we will seek an urgent meeting with the club. In addition, we will beRead more

Following securing promotion back to the Premier League at the end of May, this was the first opportunity that AVST and other supporter groups had to meet with Christian Purslow. Here are the matters that were discussed on 11th June and details of the attendees. Fan Representatives Joanne Mckibbens, Aston Villa Disabled Supporters Association; Mo RazzaqRead more

The Premier League has released the dates for when the announcements on matches that have been selected for live TV broadcast will be made.   Period of matches Approx date of announcement Aug/Sep 05-Jul-19 Oct 06-Aug-19 Nov 16-Sep-19 Dec/Jan 11-Oct-19 Feb 13-Dec-19 Mar 24-Jan-20 Apr 21-Feb-20 May 03-Apr-20 MW38 Post-MW 37Read more

Season tickets for the forthcoming Premier League Season are now back on sale. Adult prices range from £370 (£19.50 per match) to £684 (£36). An increase of 15% on the Early Bird price (see below). Season ticket holders will have the opportunity to re-locate back to their old seat in the Upper Trinity. The deadlineRead more

Jonny Gould explains the importance of Supporters’ Trusts in the Premier League. "Premier League money encroaches on the rights of supporters" "We won't be as important to the club as we were last season" 🗣️ @jonnygould explained how vital the @Villa_Trust will be to #AVFC next season now they're in the Premier League. 📻 TuneRead more

With his expertise in balance sheets, forecasting and the language of business, fellow Villan Dave Jordan writes and tweets extensively about Aston Villa’s financial and business fortunes, able to respond to changes in Companies House reporting, amendments, ownership and other movements with speed and accuracy. Now we are in the Premier League, there are significant (even fundamental)Read more

What seemed an impossible dream even two months ago came true at Wembley on a late Spring Bank Holiday as Aston Villa secured promotion back to the Premier League after a three-year absence. It capped off a truly remarkable season which started with the club in desperate straits, a manager who held on despite losingRead more

A day after Wembley witnessed Aston Villa’s return to the Premier League with a 2-1 win over Derby County in the Championship Playoff Final. Jonny was on talkSPORT’s Kelly and Quinn to discuss what, now and when.Read more