Merson: Watkins' Refusal to Play Is Absolutely Revolting
Paul Merson took to his regular Sky Sports column to dissect Aston Villa's appalling opening to the campaign after a crushing 4-0 loss to Brighton. The defeat, which saw the visitors already four goals down after just half an hour, underscored a season that looks set to spiral after a summer in which Villa off‑loaded several cornerstone players, including defender Ezri Konsa, midfield dynamo Your…
Aug. 26, 2026, 2 p.m.