George Hemmings
AVL
Left Winger
Wide Forward
Apr 3, 2007 (19)
Both
Gets nod in opener
Hemmings generated three tackles (two won) in Sunday's 4-0 loss against Brighton.
Analysis: Hemmings was largely limited to defensive work in the season opener as his side struggled to gain control of the match. The winger showed good work rate and pressing intensity but had few opportunities to display his pace and direct running in the final third. After making just two Premier League appearances last season, Hemmings' start Sunday is an encouraging indication that he could take on a larger role during the 2026-27 campaign.
Active role during preseason
Hemmings went the full 90 in the UEFA Super Cup against PSG on Aug. 12 and looks primed to have a bigger role in the first team during the 2026/27 season.
Analysis: Aston Villa lost Morgan Rogers in the summer, as the star playmaker signed with Chelsea, but Hemmings could be ready to take his place in the lineup. He lined up on the left side of the attack and went the full 90 against PSG in the UEFA Super Cup, and he played on the right in a 4-4-2 system in a loss to Bayern Munich in another friendly Aug. 7. Hemmings looks set to have a role in the first team in 2026/27, and it wouldn't be shocking if he starts in the EPL opener against Brighton on Sunday.
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