Aston Villa fans will remember the 2018/19 season with great fondness as Dean Smith’s side were promoted back to the Premier League after three long seasons in the Championship.
A 2-1 victory over Derby County at Wembley in the play-off final sealed the deal and gave supporters a day to remember for the rest of their lives.
Despite that particular achievement being just four years ago, there are just three players who were at Wembley that day who are still at the club.
So where exactly are the 17 players who featured in that squad now, in 2023? BirminghamWorld has taken a look so you don’t have to.
1. Jed Steer
Started in goal for Villa in the play-off final. One of the few to remain at the club but his time could soon come to an end following a long-term injury. | Getty Images
2. Ahmed Elmohamady
Finished his career with the Villans in 2021, playing 32 times in the Premier League. Now has an ambassadorial role at the club. | Getty Images
3. Axel Tuanzebe
Still contracted to Manchester United but is out on loan with Stoke City in the Championship. Has just one league appearance to his name this term. | Getty Images
4. Tyrone Mings
Very much still part of the Lions’ squad having signed a new long-term deal recently. Could play a key role under Unai Emery for years to come. | Getty Images