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Well done to our u15a player Aaron Knox who repres

Well done to our u15a player Aaron Knox who represented Ireland at the Under-15 European Squash Championships in Prague earlier this month.

Amazing achievement to represent your country. Well done from all at Villa 💚🤍💚

Last night our u16s team said goodbye to Arnau who

Last night our u16s team said goodbye to Arnau who returns home to Spain after spending the year with us.

Arnau was a fantastic addition to the squad both on the pitch but also off the pitch. Arnau played u16,u17 and u18 while also training with our second division squad and the odd session with our Premier side.( An insight into just how good his ability was)
A fantastic character who will be greatly missed.

It’s been a pleasure to have Arnau at the club and we wish him all the best for the future.

💚🤍💚🤍💚

U14C Cup Semi-Final Villa B 2-0 Dungarvan B We w

U14C Cup Semi-Final

Villa B 2-0 Dungarvan B

We welcomed Dungarvan to Connors Park this evening for our cup semi-final. It was always going to be a tight encounter and the early exchanges were shared as both sides looked to gain an early advantage. We went in front after ten minutes when Marc outpaced the Dungarvan defence to finish low inside the far post. A similar goal from James five minutes later after a great move with Jude had us two up and cruising. However, having been booked for a challenge on the goalkeeper a few minutes earlier, Marc received a second yellow for his reaction to a push from the same player. With three-quarters of the game left, playing with a numerical disadvantage was going to be tough, but we managed to see out the rest of the first half and looked the more threatening side, going close on a couple of occasions.

Dungarvan threw more at us in the second half, but only ever threatened from set pieces. Stan was assured in goal and with Jude, Calum, Emmanuel and Dara in front of him stopping almost every move from the opposition, we never really looked like conceding. Cian and James were excellent in midfield with Danny and Zach working hard on the wings. Pushed further forward, Noah was great at holding the ball up and bringing others into play. We freshened the team up by introducing Jack, Juan, Lucas and Sam gradually to keep the balance and each player fitted in seamlessly, doing what was asked of them to keep up a great team performance.

It speaks volumes for this team that they never looked like they were a player down. They battled for every ball and weren't afraid to play it around whenever possible.

Thanks to Dungarvan for a great game and to the vociferous supporters of both sides who created a great atmosphere.

Finally, a special word for Deckie... The pitch was in immaculate condition. We're very lucky to have fantastic pitches that allow flowing games of football where the ball will always run true.

U17B Youth league Kilmacow 5 Villa B 2 A very d

U17B Youth league

Kilmacow 5 Villa B 2

A very disappointing result for us this evening we only had 11 players and we were always on the back foot we did create chances but we did not take them goals from Bobby Jackman and JJ Cahill a big shout out to josh Kiley who should of come off the pitch injured but fought on for us
A major improvement in our play and attitude is needed on Monday night in the cup semi final against Ballyduff .

11D league Cup Villa D 2 Dungarvan 1 Another ver

11D league Cup

Villa D 2 Dungarvan 1

Another very hard fought victory today v Dungarvan just like the previous league game it ended 2-1

We started the game very brightly this week and played some good attacking football early on without scoring. Dungarvan took the lead with a great finish from their forward.
Villa then applied some pressure and got the equaliser with Alan rifling a great shot into the corner of the net. We continued to apply some pressure till the end of the half but couldn’t score . Dungarvan were also threatening but we defended great throughout to hold them out.

We started the second half brightly and managed to take a 2-1 lead . Alan scored his 2nd with a great solo run and strike into the top corner.

The game continued to be end to end but we managed to hold out for the victory. Both teams played good football in the 2nd half and Dungarvan caused us problems throughout.

The lads deserved the win today and we’re excellent in both defence and attack.
Thanks to Dungarvan for another friendly but competitive game

We move onto the next round of the cup. Thanks to our parents for their support

1B League Sponsored by Glorious Sushi Villa 1 Ty

1B League
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Villa 1 Tycor 0

The final game of the season today was to decide who would be crowned the champions for this years season.

Fantastic conditions were on show today for what would could only be described as a dogfight to see who could would come out on top.

The first half didn’t have many chances and finished all square, the beginning of the second half proved the difference with an exquisite through ball from Conor Coad onto the run of Shane O Brien who proved once again why he’s the man of the hour expertly finishing into the far left corner.

We defended resiliently as Tycor pushed for an equalizer but to no avail which saw us crowned league champions on the day.
An unbeliavable achievement for this young group who showed maturity and composure to see the club obtain 1A football for the first time in 7 years.

Many thanks for the support from everyone today.

CHAMPIONS 🏆

Dev & Paddy.

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Kilmacthomas 1-1 Villa

We played away in a sun drenched Alaska Park this morning. We were a little slow to start with and Kilmacthomas almost took the lead after 5 minutes when their striker turned in the box and fired over.

We had our first chance when Max Chren got space down the right and smashed the crossbar. We fell behind when we lost the ball in midfield and when a cross was nodded back across goal they reacted quicker to bundle it across the line.

In the last 10 minutes of the half we started to move the ball quickly and should of went in level at the break with Jacob Rose narrowly wide with a right footed volley before Conor McLoughlin was denied by their keeper. Jacob then had a shot from just outside the box pushed away for a corner.

In the second half we continued to play some excellent football. Conor had a sweetly struck volley fly inches wide before Danja Shcherbii smashed the inside of the post with great strike. We introduced Ethan Szeflinski off the bench and he created the equaliser midway through the second half when he played in Jacob who brilliantly finished from a narrow angle. Ben Griifin had to be alert on goal and made a fantastic save at one point in the second halfw. We didn’t seem to get the bounce of the ball as Jacob got in behind only to be denied by the crossbar once again before Kayden English had a strong penalty appeal turned down. Ultimately try as we might we couldnt find the winer.
Well done to Kilamcthomas on a competitive game and credit to them as the pitch was in fantastic condition. Thanks to the parents for the great support.

It’s crunch time!! Winner takes all. The 1b le

It’s crunch time!! Winner takes all.

The 1b league has come down to the final game of the season. Tycor lead by two points, so the lads know only a win will do.

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Best of luck to Dev, Paddy and the whole squad. Make sure to get down to support the team.

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Villa FC 2 - 0 Park Rangers

We played our final home game of the season last night on the Villa Astro.

First half was a very tight affair against a very well organised and physical team. Couple of half chances created by ourselves. Park Rangers had the better of the chances and our Keeper Matthew Lyons was well up to the test, with a couple of fantastic saves. Especially from a long range shot that was destined for the far top corner and he stretched every inch to tip it over the bar.

Half time 0-0.

Second half the boys came out a bit more composed and started to get into the game a bit more. We eventually started to play our game. Ball swung into the box and after a mass scramble in the box Vavrik Rabatin eventually slotted it him. A few minutes later Vav was clearly taken out of the game inside the box and penalty awarded. Penalty was tucked away by Alfie Ryan. Park Rangers came back at us and we stood up to everything they threw at us.

Full-time Villa FC 2-0 Park Rangers.

This was a below par performance from our guys, but we still ended up coming away with the three points which is a sign of a great team.

We would also like to thank the Park Rangers Coach who stepped in last minute to officiate the game it was greatly appreciated.

Villa FC Coaching Education We wanted to show th

Villa FC Coaching Education

We wanted to show the level of attention and detail our academy coaches give to our academy sessions each week.

From our Premier side all the way down to our youngest groups we hold a high standard of session for all of our players.

We continue to try to educate our coaches by hosting FAI lead sessions throughout the year. We want to provide the best service to help progress players at Villa FC.

If anyone who has an interest in getting involved as a coach in the club, get in touch. We will support you in your coaching journey.

We welcome any new players to our academy. Villa FC academy sponsored by McGrory Homes Ltd;

Saturday - 9.45-10.45am in Connors Park

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U17 Girls League Bohs beat Villa A tough night

U17 Girls League

Bohs beat Villa

A tough night for the girls tonight against Bohs as we met the league leaders in the RSC. We started slowly and found ourselves 2 down within 10 minutes. We improved through the half but bohs still managed to get 2 more to lead by 4 at half time.

The second half we started a lot better and gave as good as we got for 15 or 20 minutes but bohs pushed on and finished up with a few more. The girls worked absolutely tirelessly and gave everything until the end.

A credit to themselves and the club. A tough run of fixtures for the girls but we will learn from them and try to improve next time out.

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Villa 1-2 Tramore

A disappointing result for our lads in Ozier Park last night.

We started brightly and had 3 one on ones inside the first 20 mins but failed to convert.

Just before the break Tramore scored with their only shot of the first half when a long free kick wasn’t dealt with, bounced around our box and fell to their centre forward who finished from 6 yards.

We started the second half well once again and continued to carve out chances but we were dealt a real sucker punch on the hour mark when Tramores only attack of the second half ended up with us conceding a penalty which they converted.

With a big mountain to climb we managed to get one back when Adam Heaslip headed home with 10 mins remaining but try as we might we ran out of time to find an equaliser.

Well done to Tramore on a disciplined display and best of luck in the final.

Thanks to all our supporters who have followed the team in all competitions this season 💚🤍

Youth B Cup Villa B 3 Ballyduff 4 A disastrous

Youth B Cup

Villa B 3 Ballyduff 4

A disastrous first half saw us go four down. We refocused at half time and within five minutes David finished from Sean's pass. David scored our second and we kept pressure on throughout the half. We scored a third in injury time with Sean the scorer. Great credit is due for the effort to get back into the game. Well done to Ballyduff and we wish them well for the remainder of the competition.

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U'11A Boys League
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Villa 3-2 Bohemians

After the highs of our last home game against the league leaders we started tonight’s game against our near neighbours somewhat lethargic and were duly punished when their winger intercepted a short kick out and finished from close range after only 2 minutes. The visitors were playing some lovely football and were winning most of the battles while we found it hard to settle and play our normal game. We created some half chances with Ethan Szeflinski having our best opportunity but he shot wide after running from midfield and Bohs led at the break.

We upped our game right from the start of the second half and began to play our normal game and were now creating good opportunities. We were level on 32 minutes when Kayden English found substitute Giovanni Annecchiarico with a through ball and he made no mistake to level the game. Minutes later Kayden found Gio again and after beating a few defenders he crossed for Conor McLoughlin to score at the far post. Conor was now flying on the left wing and he put in a number of quality crosses for Gio and Filippo Annecchiarico but we couldn’t finish the chances created. Bohs were still a threat on the break and we still had to be switched on at the back. A free kick on 40 minutes was headed clear by Harry Jackman and when Conor broke down the left wing he provided a sublime cross for Gio to powerfully head to the net. It looked like we had the game won but Bohs scored a second goal with a long range powerful free kick that sailed in over keeper Ferdia Cooke. We now had to hang on in there for the final minutes to secure victory and the 3 points. Well done to both teams on a very sporting game and thanks as always to all the parents and club members for your continued support for the boys. Best for Villa on the night were Cuinn Carroll, Erik Moldovan, Conor McLoughlin, Giovanni and Filippo Annecchiarico.

11D Boys league Villa D 2 Dungarvan D 1 A very

11D Boys league

Villa D 2 Dungarvan D 1

A very hard fought victory for the lads tonight. They showed great character to come from behind with Dungarvan going ahead early

We started slowly with Dungarvan deservedly taking the lead
Conceding the goal woke us up and we finally started attacking and getting out forwards in the game. Alan equalised with a great finish and the teams went in 1-1 at half time

The second half was very open with end to end football and both teams looking to take the lead . Franek scored a great goal to put us 2-1 up.

Dungarvan came at us strongly for the last 10 minutes looking for an equaliser, but a great team effort and dogged defending saw us hold on for the victory

Alex played great in goal with some great defending from Adam, Jaidyn, Kevin, Razvan and Alam
The midfield of Jake, Aaron, Sam and Filip worked very hard in defence and attack

Matteo, Ben and Yaseen played well up front causing Dungarvan problems throughout

A special mention for Nathan who produced a great defensive display when Dungarvan were pushing us late on

Thanks to Dungarvan for a great entertaining game of football. They pushed us very hard for an equaliser and we had to really fight for the victory

Thanks to the parents for their support

U11f Boys League St Joseph’s 1 Villa 4 The mo

U11f Boys League

St Joseph’s 1 Villa 4

The most pleasing performance of the season as on an evening when lots went wrong the lads stayed focused and battled against a bigger more physical team and came away with a great win. We dominated the first half but were up against an inspired keeper who kept out Ethan, Alfie, Charlie, Dale and Aaron. Against the run of play we got caught on the break and went in for halftime one down. It more of the same in the second half with great play from Hugo, Conor and Luke saw more chances for Joshua, Charlie and Ted. We got back level when Conor and Joshua combined and for Alfie to get our first. We had snuff out a couple of good chances Ben and Hugo good in great tackles and blocks. Some great work and battling saw Lucas get a goal after a super dribble. We kept passing and working hard and Ted got to more goals to make the score 4-1 in the end. Thanks to St Joseph's for a hard fought game and all the players for a Brill effort and representing the club superbly

What a week we have in store. Schoolboy and scho

What a week we have in store.

Schoolboy and schoolgirl league fixtures all week starting Monday.

Tuesday sees our third division side take on St Paul’s in the 3rd division cup semifinal in Ozier Park. Kick off is 7pm.

On Wednesday our Premier side take on Tramore in the Jimmy Searson Ardagh Premier cup semi final in Ozier Park. Kick off 7pm for that.

Thursday we have our 13a and 15a in league action with both having one eye on winning their respective leagues.

Saturday our u17s girls are in FAI Cup action as they travel to Wexford to take on Northend.

Also Saturday, our 1b team host Tycor Saturday at 5pm. Only a win will do to be crowned champions. A draw or loss sees Tycor get the promotion. What a game that will be.

So much going on with so much on the line. Best of luck to all of our teams this week and where you can get out and support our players .💚🤍💚🤍💚

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U17 girls league Villa 2 Mooncoin 6. We welcom

U17 girls league

Villa 2 Mooncoin 6.

We welcomed Mooncoin into Villa today and were hoping to improve on our previous result vs Tramore but unfortunately it wasn't to be. We got off to a poor start when Mooncoin scored 2 free kicks from distance in 20 minutes without really creating much in between them. The girls grew into the game and the game was even enough and we had a few half chances to pull one back but couldn't. Mooncoin got a well worked goal before half time to lead 3 at half time when it really didn't feel like a 3-0 half.

We came out strong and Casey Moore scored to make it 3-1 but unfortunately we conceded a 4th which killed the game. Catherine hit the post and we had a few more chances but Mooncoin were the ones who pushed on and scored 2 more before Laura Doherty scored a consolation to make it 6-2. It wasn't to be today but we couldn't fault the effort of the girls who worked tirelessly throughout. Well done to Mooncoin on the win today. Best for Villa today were Jill Cashin and Nancy Alohfoki.

Premier Cup Quarter Final Sponsored by @glorioussu

Premier Cup Quarter Final
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Villa 4-1 Waterford Crystal

A big win for our boys tonight who are in the hunt for our third trophy of the season.

A really competitive first half saw Crystal take the lead after 20 mins but we managed to finish the half the stronger with two quick fire goals. The first from some great work from Regix Madika who’s cut back found the incoming Dean Walsh to finish for his first of the night.

Deano’s second came on the stroke of half time from a free kick on the edge of the box which he wrapped straight into the top corner.

We were more comfortable in the second half with more controlled possession and limited the oppositions chances better. We put the game out of doubt when Regix won a penalty which Deano dispatched for his hat trick and he grabbed his 4th in stoppage time when finishing superbly into the bottom corner to round off a cracking performance.

A quick turn around for the semi final where we play Tramore next Wednesday in Ozier Park at 7pm.

Thanks to all our supporters tonight for getting down 💚🤍

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