Petrov thanks supporters in his Leukaemia battle
Stiliyan Petrov has spoken publicly for the first time since it was confirmed that his acute leukaemia is in remission.
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Aston Villa masseurs start 400 mile cycle ride for Petrov
Aston Villa masseurs Alex Butler and Andy Smith have set off for on a 400 mile cycle ride in honour of Villa player Stiliyan Petrov.
Alex and Andy were joined by Celtic manager Neil Lennon for the start of the ride which is raising money for the Pedal for Petrov charity, set up after the Villa captain was diagnosed with acute Leukemia.
Having got underway at Celtic, the five day ride ends at Villa Park on Sunday.
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