10 Things Aston Villa Fans Need To Know About Notts County

3. Old Boys

Villa fans are proud of their history, and Notts County have a similarly interesting past. Having pre-dated The Football Association, Notts County are the world's oldest professional league club. Initially formed in 1862, they are one of the founding members of the Football League, which was founded by Aston Villa director William McGregor in 1888.