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Reaction
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Paul Lambert unconcerned by lack of goals
Aston Villa boss Paul Lambert insists that goals will come after his side once again failed to score in a Premier League match.Dec 8, 20:52
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Tony Pulis: Ryan Shotton dismissal was "bizarre"
Tony Pulis describes Ryan Shotton's dismissal in Stoke's goalless draw with Aston Villa as "bizarre" and says that he is "disappointed" with the decision.Dec 8, 17:50
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Paul Lambert: "We dominated"
Paul Lambert insists that Aston Villa deserved to beat Stoke City on Saturday afternoon.Dec 8, 17:22
The Match
Match Report
Aston Villa boss the game against Stoke City but cannot find a way past a resilient Potters defence as the two teams draw 0-0 at Villa Park.
HT Report
Aston Villa have a staggering 75% of possession but are unable to open the scoring in a first half in which they are frustrated by Stoke City.
Team News
Former England striker Peter Crouch and Darren Bent are both named on the bench for their respective sides as Aston Villa host Stoke, who are without suspended midfielder Charlie Adam.
Preview
Sports Mole previews Aston Villa's clash with Stoke City in the Premier League on Saturday.
Form, Standings, Stats
Last Game: West Ham 2-3 Aston Villa
Sunday, December 14 at 2pm in Premier League
Sunday, December 14 at 2pm in Premier League
Next Game: Aston Villa vs. Man Utd
Sunday, December 21 at 4.30pm in Premier League
Sunday, December 21 at 4.30pm in Premier League
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Last Game: Stoke 2-1 Swansea
Saturday, December 13 at 12.30pm in Championship
Saturday, December 13 at 12.30pm in Championship
Next Game: Watford vs. Stoke
Saturday, December 20 at 3pm in Championship
Saturday, December 20 at 3pm in Championship
Head to Head
Apr 9, 2012 3pm
Dec 26, 2011 7.45pm
Mar 13, 2010 3pm
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