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Aston Villa Appoints Natalia Arroyo as Head Coach

1/23/2025

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Aston Villa has made a bold move by appointing Natalia Arroyo as their new head coach, securing her services with a three-and-a-half-year contract, pending visa approval. The 38-year-old Spaniard, who previously guided Real Sociedad to the Copa de la Reina final and a Champions League berth, will debut against Chelsea on February 2, backed by the current coaching team.

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Aston Villa has made a bold move by appointing Natalia Arroyo as their new head coach, securing her services with a three-and-a-half-year contract, pending visa approval. The 38-year-old Spaniard, who previously guided Real Sociedad to the Copa de la Reina final and a Champions League berth, will debut against Chelsea on February 2, backed by the current coaching team.