Manchester City v Aston Villa: Roberto Mancini says March will be a defining month of the season for his side
Manchester City manager feels FA Cup clash with Aston Villa marks start of a period which “could change our future”.

VILLA REVEAL £37M LOSSES
Randy Lerner – looking to cut wage bill at Villa. Aston Villa manager Gerard Houllier admits part of his remit is to help find a “better balance” between the club’s hefty wage bill and the turnover of the club.

FA Cup football as it happened
Arsenal hammer Leyton Orient to set up an FA Cup quarter-final tie with Manchester United, while Manchester City also move into the last eight after easing past Aston Villa.