Teenage Villa goalkeeper Sam Proctor has explained why taking the flak from Paris Saint-Germain’s ultras should be perfect preparation for Monday’s FA Youth Cup final.

Canny scouting, joined-up tactics and a steely mentality have turned Villa's under-18s into a formidable group ...

Opponents City took the lead just 113 seconds into the final, after Harrison Miles intercepted goalkeeper Sam Proctor’s pass.

Aston Villa U18 coach James Shan was delighted ... the tie went to penalties. And Villa goalkeeper Sam Proctor (above) saved twice as the hosts won 3-1 on the night. Afterwards, Shan told Villa ...

Sam Proctor was the hero as Aston Villa booked their place in the final ... the lead when Jimoh-Aloba was brought down by United goalkeeper Will Murdock inside the penalty area.

Villa's under-18s side triumphed in front of home support at Villa Park to mark a fifth FA Youth Cup win in the club's ...

The Aston Villa first teamers were on hand to give their younger colleagues some support during their win over Man City in ...

A stunning strike from Cole Brannigan helped Villa come from behind to beat Manchester City and win the FA Youth Cup for the ...