Aston Villa had a rocky start to the season, but a strong performance led them to rise in the table, competing with Arsenal and Manchester City. They achieved notable victories over Arsenal and Chelsea. This success was marked not just by skill, but also by resilience, helping them secure vital points. One key player in this run of successful matches has been Matty Cash. Reports from The Athletic indicate that Cash will be sidelined for the next two games due to a knee injury.
Aston Villa Starts Strong in the 2025/26 Season
Setback for Cash
Villa’s impressive season so far raises expectations for how they finish.
In their last five Premier League matches, they suffered two losses. It is crucial for Unai Emery’s team to maintain their form to secure a spot in the Champions League for next season.
They are still competing in the FA Cup and will play against Newcastle in the fourth round. A successful cup run would be beneficial for Villa supporters.
Matty Cash Faces Injury
The Athletic has reported that Matty Cash will be out for the next two matches due to a knee injury. Scans indicated inflammation but no significant damage, which is positive news for Emery.
The right-back, whom the manager has called “Very Important,” will miss the match against Brighton & Hove Albion on February 11 and the FA Cup game against Newcastle United on February 14.
With Cash unavailable, it is likely that midfielder Lamare Bogarde will step in at right-back until Cash returns. Bogarde’s previous outing in this position was challenging, as Villa lost 4-1 away to Arsenal.
Villa looks forward to having Cash back in the squad. He has played 32 matches this season across all competitions, contributing three goals and four assists.