1969-70 – The Road to Halifax

John Russell records the season when Villa, after years of trying, finally reached rock bottom.

The longest day

Looking forward to a trip to Selhurst Park with the usual optimism.

John Russell writes about the season of revolution.

Dave Woodhall comments on the shambolic state of matchday transport.

Stacy Murphy talks about new managers, old managers, new players, old players and pop groups.

As we joyfully anticipate the arrival of Brighton, and, er, someone else.

As one Villa managerial spell begins, Dave Collett recalls the end of another.

Richard Keeling talks about the art of management, Villa-style.

John Russell looks back at 1967-68, when the fun never started.

So, Steven Gerrard it is. Dave Woodhall gives his thoughts.