It is undeniable that results have been poor: Villa have won only one match in the league, against bottom-of-the-table Crystal Palace. However, they have had tough fixtures, playing all of the top four away from home, and their performances have been far more positive than the results would lead you to believe.

Aston Villa have parted ways with manager Robert de Pauw after one win from the first nine Women's Super League (WSL) games this season.

Robert de Pauw was appointed in June after Carla Ward stepped down from her role at the end of last season but has struggled for results since arriving in the West Midlands

Aston Villa have confirmed the departure of women's manager Robert de Pauw. The Dutchman joined the Women's Super League outfit last summer on a three-year contract following two seasons in charge with Bayer Leverkusen.

Aston Villa Women have sacked manager Robert de Pauw, the Women's Super League club said on Wednesday, with the side in ninth place with only one win after nine games. The 43-year-old's exit comes after their 4-0 loss to Arsenal over the weekend which left them one point above bottom-placed Crystal Palace.

Robert De Pauw leaves Aston Villa after less than six months in charge following Sunday's 4-0 defeat by Arsenal.

Aston Villa have announced the departure of manager Robert de Pauw.The Villans announced the news via a post on their official club website just a short time ago.The 43-year-old Dutchman arrived at