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Claret & Blue Podcast

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Welcome to Claret & Blue - a podcast about all things Aston Villa. Hosted by Dan Rolinson, Mat Kendrick & John Townley. On this podcast feed, we'll be posting a minimum of four new episodes per week throughout the 2025/26 Premier League season. We look forward to talking all things Aston Villa with you as Unai Emery takes us on a Europa League Tour. Please follow the feed and get involved with the... more

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Dan Rolinson and John Townley are live to react the the Bologna game and look ahead to Sunderland at the weekend.

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Our Aston Villa reporter John Townley asked Unai Emery about players walking the suspension tight rope in the Bologna presser and, well, let's just say it didn't go down well...

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Dan Rolinson and Mat Kendrick went LIVE to talk about Europa League Semi-Finalists Aston Villa.

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Dan Rolinson, John Townley and Mat Kendrick dive into the Mailbag to answer a batch of your Aston Villa questions.

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Recent Guests

Rob Warner
Former footballer and pundit invited on the show for post-match analysis
Former footballer/Analyst
Episode: ADVANTAGE ASTON VILLA in Europa League Quarter Final
Sam (TrueAdventures)
Guest, TrueAdventures
TrueAdventures
Episode: Villa's Sancho decision, the Academy's purpose & four holes in the ground...
Dan Bardell
Football journalist and Villa fan (guest on the episode)
Episode: A Claret & Blue catch-up with Dan Bardell
Neil Dunworth
Guest from For the Love of Paul McGrath podcast
For the Love of Paul McGrath
Episode: Aston Villa FOLD at Old Trafford... what's new?
Ty Bracey
Guest panelist
Villa fan / creator
Episode: Europa League target, Champions League race & what's happened to Watkins?
Simon Lines
Guest panelist
Villa fan / media commenter
Episode: Europa League target, Champions League race & what's happened to Watkins?
Jude Aston
Guest panelist
Villa fan / accessibility advocate
Episode: Europa League target, Champions League race & what's happened to Watkins?
Rob Jones
Guest from Sky Sports
Sky
Episode: Reasons for positivity, understanding concerns & the summer rebuild ahead
Guillem Balague
Spanish football expert, journalist, TV pundit, and author of 11 books.
Author of 'Rise of the Villans'
Episode: GUILLEM BALAGUE: Aston Villa are still on the rise despite poor start

Hosts

Dan Rolinson
Host, passionate about Aston Villa and football analysis, known for energetic discussions and community engagement.
Mat Kendrick
Co-host with extensive experience covering Aston Villa, providing insights and humor to the discussions.
John Townley
Co-host recognized for his thoughtful analysis and energetic discussions about Aston Villa.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Good podcast but too much chat on points permutations

    Less chat on potential points accumulated over such and such number of games, and more analysis of the actual football please, guys. You got your predictions wrong last year and you’ll get them wrong again this year so just give this bit up, eh? Otherwise good show!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    OohAhhPaulMcGrath
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Up The Villa!

    A superb podcast. Up The Villa!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephen Clark 2000
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Villa v Chelsea

    Love hearing Dan & Dan back together (love all of the other hosts as well, but as a Villa View listener this just hits for me!)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mj5015
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • A must for Villa supporters!

    An excellent podcast and all I need to keep up with everything Villa! The best thing about it is the people. I enjoy spending my time with Dan, John, Mat, and others. They are informed, thoughtful, funny, and passionate about what they do. And I loved the joy in Dan and Mat’s post match after Buendia beat Arsenal :) Up the Claret and Blue Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Learn listen
    United States4 months ago
  • Great Villa Pod

    Good camaraderie between the presenters, good insights and Dan’s prepared to innovate the formats of the shows. One of my main ‘go to’ Villa pods

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DavidVillan
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and camaraderie among the hosts, making it feel like conversing with friends over a pint.
Fans enjoy the balance of humor and serious football commentary, making it a favorite among Aston Villa supporters.
There are mentions of a few critiques regarding pacing and some hosts' perspectives, but the general sentiment remains overwhelmingly positive.
The podcast is highly praised for its in-depth analysis of Aston Villa's performances and insightful previews of upcoming matches.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#56
United States/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#23
United Kingdom/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#61
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#104
Canada/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#29
Australia/Sports/Soccer
Apple Podcasts
#122
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Talking Points

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ADVANTAGE ASTON VILLA in Europa League Quarter Final
Q: Who topped the man-of-the-match fan vote and what were the other contenders?
Ollie Watkins led the fan vote with about 86%, followed by Emiliano Buendía at around 9% and Davin Martinez at about 4% as alternative options.
ADVANTAGE ASTON VILLA in Europa League Quarter Final
Q: What does he think of Bologna's tradition of gifting a kit to newborns in the city?
The hosts acknowledge the gesture as a charming touch, while joking about birth rates and marketing implications, ultimately supportive of teams engaging with fans across generations.
Villa's Sancho decision, the Academy's purpose & four holes in the ground...
Q: What is the biggest thing the squad needs this season?
The group converges on a need for pace and a blend of youth with experienced players, arguing that Emery's system benefits from quicker, more dynamic options and a fresh supporting cast around core attackers.
Unai Emery's points-per-game, improving defensively & where is Madjo?
Q: What do you think of the point about being worse in attack but better defensively?
There has been a concerted effort this season to improve defensively, but goals have still come from individual mistakes.
Unai Emery's points-per-game, improving defensively & where is Madjo?
Q: Has Brian Madjo been training or is he not involved with the first team?
Brian Madjo has been training with both the first team and the Academy side.

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Content is focused on the latest news, insights, and analyses related to Aston Villa, appealing primarily to the club's passionate fanbase. With a frequency of at least four episodes weekly, the hosts provide timely commentary on games, player performances, managerial strategies, and behind-the-scenes details that engage listeners deeply with the team's journey throughout the football season. Listeners can expect a dynamic mix of humorous banter, in-depth discussions, and community interactions, all reflecting the hosts' genuine passion for the club.

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3. Dan Bardell
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7. Jude Aston
8. Rob Jones

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