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The Villa Podcast

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Home of the 'You Let Glenn Whelan Take a 90th Minute Penalty Award'. An Aston Villa and general football show coming in scolding hot after every game. The Villa Podcast is labelled "funny, informative and a breath of fresh air". Brought to you by Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty.#AVFC

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Episodes

El Ghazi touch, Villa mindset and making Joelinton look good

Aston Villa concede a 94th minute equaliser to Newcastle and it's no less than they deserved. Another terrible performance from Dean Smith's men in the absence of Jack Grealish. It's very concerning now and Liam and Conán and very annoyed... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 13, 20211 hr 3 min

Dougie's carnival, Barkley's studs, Grealish's phone

Aston Villa draw with Wolves as both teams miss big chances to take another step forward in the Premier League. Morgan Sanson gets his first start whilst Ross Barkley gets more game time... to play himself further down the pecking order. Douglas Luiz and Trezeguet come back into the team and Liam and Conán pick through the ups and downs from the match. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 06, 20211 hr 6 min

Same team, same crosses, same old stupid Paul Scholes

Aston Villa lose against the worst team in the Premier League as 10-man Sheffield United get one over Dean Smith and his men. Another flat performance and another one devoid of ideas without Jack Grealish in the team. Liam and Conán dissect a terrible night for the Villa and discuss Paul Scholes' comments on Grealish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 04, 202158 min

Loser Llorente, legend Targett, auntie El Ghazi

Aston Villa beat Leeds United 1-0 at Elland Road with Anwar El Ghazi stepping up to the plate yet again. Ollie Watkins does Ollie Watkins things as Diego Llorente rolls 5k across the turf. Andy Hinchcliffe treats us to the worst commentary performance of the season whilst Matt Targett and Tyrone Mings continue to climb up the Weimann Meter. Conán and Liam dissect another W for The Villa! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 202159 min

Worst performance of the season, McGinn passes, Martinez anger

Aston Villa slump to an undeserved goalless draw at Brighton and the new pattern is worrying Conán and Liam. Ross Barkley's form and position continues to be a massive problem for Dean Smith whilst John McGinn's cross-field passes continue to be a source of frustration. We also discuss the misconception that "real" Villa fans shouldn't criticise the team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 20211 hr 2 min

Arteta fan boys, lone warrior Cash, and Nakamba conversation

Aston Villa beat Arsenal again and Liam is not happy with the obsession with Mikel Arteta. Matty Cash is asked yet again to fight his own battle separate to the war and comes back with a head on a spike whilst Tyrone Mings gains his redemption - again.Dean Smith playing Nakamba over Douglas Luiz though? Let's talk... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 06, 20211 hr 5 min

Ross Barkley form, McGinn position and ol' lettuce hands

One time Aston Villa have conceded a goal this season and won a match. That was 7-2 v Liverpool. Since then, if Villa concede, they don't win. Dean Smith's men delivered their worst performance of the campaign as West Ham outplayed an AVFC side that is showing some worrying trends. Ross Barkley's form at number 10 is not that of a man who wants a place at Euro 2021 and it's hurting John McGinn. Emi Martinez's human side shows again and El Ghazi... well... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Feb 04, 20211 hr 11 min

VAR karma, Ward Prowse v Grealish, McGinn's arse

Aston Villa win ugly! It was tough, it was messy, it was lucky - finally, Villa dig out three points that they didn't look like getting. Conán and Liam argue about Matt Cash's handball, a lot of players are nominated for the Peter Enckelman Award and Ross Barkley's underrated header is discussed on The Villa Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 202152 min

Mings decisions, Barkley questions, Traore confusion

Aston Villa succumb to Burnley and their nothingness yet again. Dean Smith is slow with his changes yet again. And some players have question marks over them yet again. A bad night for #AVFC dissected by a wound up Conán and Liam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 28, 202158 min

You took Jack Grealish off! Steve Bruce and MATT TARGETT

Aston Villa beat Newcastle - Steve Bruce's Newcastle, so there's a massive caveat. Conán and Liam discuss the discount sports company that is #NUFC and the biggest concern of the night... Jack Grealish being subbed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 20211 hr 3 min

Jonathan Moss, Tyrone Mings, Pep Guardiola and Conor Hourihane

Aston Villa lose 2-0 to City. VAR - or lack of - raises its head again. Referee Jonathan Moss shows his vindictive side again. Pep Guardiola acts out. Tyrone Mings makes a mistake. A frustrating night after a good performance - and heartfelt thanks to Conor Hourihane. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 20211 hr

Premier League NBA bubble, John Terry 10k and IRISH Louie Barry

Aston Villa bowed out of the FA Cup with a defeat to Liverpool as Mark Delaney's teenagers did themselves and the club proud. Louie Barry scores a goal in his first game with the club.Conán and Liam discuss the game, the COVID-19 situation and the Ross Barkley transfer as well as way more.thevillapodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 09, 202137 min

Mings debate, boring Grealish tweets, and United are JOINT TOP

Aston Villa lose to Manchester United 2-1 at Old Trafford with a Bruno Fernandes penalty but VAR didn't bother checking a possible Harry Maguire handball. Tyrone Mings finds himself at the centre of a debate whilst Jack Grealish is yet again watched by people who've never watched him play. And now they think he should move. Plus, United celebrate their 16th game of the season as if they've just won the league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 02, 20211 hr 9 min

Elite Douglas Luiz, El Goalzi and Frank Lampard's sky high standards

Aston Villa draw with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge as their great form in the Premier League continues. The Villa Podcast looks at the performance, discusses the Everton v Man City postponement and marvels at Frank Lampard's standards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 28, 202050 min

Watkins love letter, peacocking El Ghazi, Dean Smith GENIUS

Aston Villa beat Crystal Palace 3-0 with goals from Traore, Hause and El Ghazi to get back to winning ways at Villa Park. Ollie Watkins missed some chances to score but he is a brilliant player and The Villa Podcast wants him to know. Liam and Conán frighten the life out of their poor mother with their reaction to the El Ghazi goal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 26, 20201 hr 2 min

Big Sam big myth, Traore class, Grealish toughness and a laugh at Leeds

Conán and Liam discuss another Aston Villa win, this time over rivals West Brom. A comfortable 3-0 victory for Dean Smith sets the tone for the Sam Allardyce regime as Jake Livermore does his best to break Jack Grealish's leg. Two goals from El Ghazi and one for Traore as Villa flying again as The Villa Podcast looks up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 21, 202052 min

Villa sitters, worrying trend, McGinn form and Grealish respect

Aston Villa lose again, 2-1 to West Ham. Jack Grealish was brilliant but there's a real concern with Ross Barkley being injured, how his absence affects the team. Dean Smith's side have now lost 4 out of their last 5 football matches with Ollie Watkins missing a penalty and VAR cancelling out a late equaliser.Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty discuss the latest game on The Villa Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 01, 20201 hr 13 min

Important message about Jack Grealish, 5 subs insult and The Anfield Wrap view

So you think Jack Grealish has been really good for Aston Villa the last two years? Conán Doherty has something to say to you. Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp want 5 subs introduced to the Premier League. Liam Doherty explains why that is preposterous.And Craig Hannan from The Anfield Wrap joins us to talk Gareth Barry, Christian Benteke, Jack Grealish and the Liverpool billboard that's upset a lot of football fans in Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 11, 202045 min

Watkins is different gravy, Matt Targett was GOOD (!), Southgate should be sacked

Another game, another big boy dismantled. IS THERE NO-ONE ELSE?!Jack Grealish destroyed Arsenal, Ross Barkley was back to himself, another clean sheet and Aston Villa have a game in hand to go top of the Premier League.The lads also ponder if they owe Matt Targett an apology... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 09, 20201 hr 7 min

Shambles from Villa, soft boys, and what is John Terry doing?

Aston Villa lose again at home and got 4-0 down to Southampton and show all the worst traits that you don't want in a Premier League team. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty analyse the defeat and look at the yellow streak coursing through the side and wonder what is defensive coach John Terry working on? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 01, 202054 min

Aston Villa's title to lose, Cristiano Barkley, two weak links

The Villa Podcast celebrates ANOTHER Premier League win for Aston Villa after their 1-0 win away to Leicester. Ross Barkley looked wrecked but you don't take players like him (and Ronaldo...) off. Dean Smith has the system and the team working to perfection but there are two weak leaks in the 11. Conán Doherty and Liam Doherty pick the bones of another victory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 18, 20201 hr 2 min

Ross Barkley position, El Ghazi and Lansbury anger, Gareth Southgate madness

Aston Villa have been dumped out of the EFL Cup after a 1-0 defeat to Stoke at Villa Park. Conán and Liam dissect another terrible El Ghazi performance and look at the difference Ross Barkley will make to the squad. Aston Villa transfers are discussed along with Gareth Southgate's England squad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 01, 202049 min

Did Traore mean it? Can El Ghazi control a ball? Respect Trezeguet?

Aston Villa make it three wins from three as Bertrand Traore grabs a debut goal in the English League Cup. Watkins scores again, Trezeguet impresses but there are questions over El Ghazi and Taylor. Conán and Liam Doherty run the rule over the Bristol City victory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 24, 202051 min

Martinez magic, Targett concerns, Luiz and the Aston Villa system

Aston Villa are off the mark with a win at home to Sheffield United. Emi Martinez announced himself with a majestic performance. Douglas Luiz is crucial to this #AVFC system. Matt Targett is a concern but two more debutants impressed. John Egan got a red card and somehow people thought it was controversial - it wasn't.Conán and Liam Doherty pick the bones off the first game of the season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 21, 202054 min

Here we f**king go

Conán Doherty introduces The Villa Podcast. A new Aston Villa podcast dedicated to bringing you the best analysis, the most interesting interviews and the real WhatsApp rants from every #AVFC game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 20, 20202 min
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