[3] On 25 April 2024, Villa announced a return to the United States for a three-game pre-season tour, with matches against Columbus Crew, RB Leipzig and Club América, along with a trip to Germany to face Borussia Dortmund and the annual pre-season opener in England against Walsall.

[97] Two additional friendlies, away to Slovakian club Spartak Trnava and against Athletic Bilbao at the Bescot Stadium were announced on 5 June.

[98] On 15 July, another friendly between non-league Chasetown and a selection of U21 and senior players who were not traveling to Slovakia was announced.

[101] Win Draw Loss Fixtures Aston Villa entered the FA Cup in the third round, which was drawn on 2 December 2024.

[114] Win Draw Loss Fixtures Aston Villa entered the EFL Cup in the third round, which was drawn on 28 August 2024.