Claiming a first-half lead that they refused to give up under relentless second-half pressure, the Cottagers edged past Aston Villa and have returned to the Premier League. Promoted to the Premier League with Watford three years ago, he left (read: was edged out) before coaching a single game in the top flight. Aston Villa v Fulham: Championship play-off final – live! Now we must adapt ourselves, we must know that the Premier League is the most competitive league and we must be clever. But let’s not forget we’re Aston Villa, we’re a proud club, a big club with big history.

Source: The Guardian May 26, 2018 17:57 UTC