On-loan striker Robbie Keane made an instant impact for Aston Villa, scoring twice in the second half to help his side claim a 3-2 comeback victory over rivals Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Robbie Keane has expressed his joy at joining Aston Villa on loan and spoken about what he can contribute to the team, while Alex McLeish and Darren Bent have revealed their pleasure at the Irishman’s arrival.
Shay Given could return to action in the next fortnight according to Aston Villa manager Alex McLeish, after the Republic of Ireland goalkeeper recovered from a hamstring injury.
Birmingham City, Celtic and Tottenham Hotspur were knocked out, while there was joy for qualified AZ Alkmaar, Club Brugge and Rubin Kazan, as the UEFA Europa League group stage concluded.
Tottenham Hotspur are out of the UEFA Europa League despite winning 4-0 at Shamrock Rovers, as Harry Redknapp's side paid the price for defeats earlier in the tournament.
