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Aston Villa: the history

The short, factual Aston Villa story: when the club began, what is in the trophy cabinet, the ground, the owners and the records that matter, checked against the club's own history as of the 2026/27 season.

7League titles
7FA Cups
5League Cups
1European Cups
1874Founded

The beginning

Aston Villa were founded in 1874. Formed by members of the Villa Cross Wesleyan Chapel cricket team looking for a winter sport. Fans know the club as the Villans.

Honours

As of the 2026/27 season the trophy cabinet holds 7 top-flight league titles, 7 FA Cups, 5 League Cups, 1 European Cup, plus a Europa League (2026) and a European Super Cup (1982).

The ground

Aston Villa play at Villa Park in Birmingham, their home since 1897. Planning a visit? The Villa Park guide covers the stations, parking and the away end.

Ownership

As of the 2026/27 season, Aston Villa are owned by V Sports (Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens, with Atairos).

A record worth knowing

Charlie Aitken holds the club appearance record with 660 appearances between 1961 and 1976.

Aston Villa today