Villa Podcast: The Official Aston Villa Podcast9 Des 2025

Tony Daley: “I was always going to play for Aston Villa”

He turned down Birmingham, took the bus with fans to his own game, and became one of Villa’s fittest ever players Tony Daley’s story has it all. In this episode, Alan McInally and Kate Tracey sit down with Villa legend Tony Daley to relive the journey of a player who went from the Holte End to the pitch and lived every dream he had as a kid. Dales opens up about being the youngest of seven, getting kicked around in street games, and the moment he refused to join Birmingham because Villa was his “be all and end all.” He talks pre-season obsession, why he always wanted to be the fittest in the squad, the surprising reason his mum pulled him out of football, and the driving force behind his return to the club as an ex-pro. From his debut against Southampton to taking the bus with Villa fans for his second game, runners-up medals, Inter Milan memories, failed transfers, Graham Taylor’s influence and the camaraderie that defined Villa’s success. There’s the master’s degree in Sports Science, the unique insight it gave him inside elite dressing rooms, cup finals, favourite goals, and the pride of representing England. Subscribe now to the Official Aston Villa Podcast and never miss an episode and to check out a full video version of this podcast head to: https://www.avfc.co.uk/video/ Up The Villa! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Mark Draper: “We Just Knew We Were Going to Win”

From a Nottingham lad spotted at nine years old to a Wembley cup winner with Aston Villa, this is the story of Mark Draper’s journey through the game shaped by promotions, big personalities and one un...

7 Jul 1h 8min

Kenny Swain: “I Did One Thing Right in That Cup Final”

From failing a football proficiency test at school to lifting the European Cup with Aston Villa, this is the remarkable story of club legend Kenny Swain. In this episode, Kate Tracey and Lee Hendrie ...

23 Jun 1h 8min

UEFA EUROPA LEAGUE WINNERS || ISTANBUL REACTION

Live pitchside reaction as Unai Emery and Matty Cash join the VillaTV panel after Villa were crowned UEFA Europa League Winners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Mai 47min

VILLA QUALIFY FOR UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE

Match reaction as Villa secure their place in next season's UEFA Champions League as they beat Liverpool 4-2 in the final match at Villa Park this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podca...

15 Mai 33min

WE'RE OFF TO ISTANBUL | Villa 4-0 Nottingham Forest (Agg. 4-1)

Reaction to the scenes as Villa booked their place in the UEFA Europa League Final in Istanbul after a 4-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in the semi-final second-leg. Learn more about your ad choices...

7 Mai 35min

Lucy Staniforth: 18 Years in the Game

From training on pitches with knee-high grass to becoming one of the most respected voices in the game, Lucy Staniforth reflects on a career shaped by resilience, sacrifice and a deep love for footbal...

28 Apr 39min

Match Reaction: Watkins: "It's a great milestone to hit."

Ollie Watkins joins Michelle Owen and Alan McInally post-match after he netted his 100th Villa goal in Villa's 3-0 win over Bologna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...

16 Apr 22min

Ezri Konsa: Stepping Up

In this episode of the Villa Podcast, Kate Tracey and Alan McInally sit down with Villa’s number four and vice-captain, Ezri Konsa, for an honest and reflective conversation about leadership, growth a...

1 Apr 23min