Rarely, if ever, in the history of the country which gave football to the world, have its champions been given so much unseemly outside help.

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez reveals he broke his finger during the warm-up before his side's Europa League final win against Freiburg.

Aston Villa picked up their first trophy in 30 years.

Former Celtic captain Jackie McNamara insists there is every chance that Martin O'Neill will stay on as manager beyond the end of the season.

The report claims that Daniel Ray Leonard, 25, left the property in the back of a police car after 'violating a restraining order'. He is the youngest son of the boxing icon, and his fourth child overall.

The player has not featured in the WNBA since 2024 and is actively rehabbing a torn Achilles. But while a potential comeback is on hold, she seems to be finding a new way to make money.

By dismantling Freiburg 3-0 in Istanbul on Wednesday night, Villa have potentially opened the door to the possibility of a sixth Premier League side qualifying for the Champions League.

After winning a fifth Europa Leagues title, it’s time to call Unai Emery what he is: an elite manager.

Prince William shows a range of emotions during Aston Villa's Europa League final win over Freiburg in Istanbul, as fans celebrate in Birmingham.

Basque coach daring to dream after securing his fifth title in UEFA’s second tier

‘Change for Tottenham’ say demonstration will take place regardless of Everton result

Brazilian in talks over next move but deal may not be straightforward

Manager relishes ‘challenge’ of Champions League returnEmi Martínez reveals he played game with broken fingerFor Aston Villa, the Europa League must only be the beginning, Unai Emery insisted after winning the trophy for a fifth time. Beating Freiburg 3-0 on Wednesday evening brought Villa’s first major piece silverware since the League Cup in 1996, …

After Jose Fernandez ripped the Wings’ selfishness, they responded with an emphatic win – but that doesn’t always happen. Plus, a big week for denimSign up to get WNBA 30 in your inbox every TuesdayI’ve never envied the job of a head coach. From high school to college to the pros, it’s a public position that invites scrutiny from all corners. At …

Unai Emery has reconfirmed his status as master of the competition, but will now want to set his sights higherThere are two ways to win a final. You can win it by the odd goal, amid a frenzy of anxiety so the final whistle comes as a relief. Or you can win it as a procession, flexing your superiority, so the final whistle is almost resented for spoiling the …