John Carew has hailed Aston Villa's passionate support this season.

Carew has been a subject of admiration with his 'Bigger Than Me and You' chant a popular anthem in the Holte End.

He told AVTV: "The fans have been awesome this season and the impact they have made in cheering us on has been incredible.

"They roar us on when we're winning and they get behind us when we need a little bit of help when we're behind - as they did on Saturday against Sunderland!

"There's nothing better than a packed Villa Park cheering us on. The players are going to need all the support they can get this season with Villa striving for success in a number of competitions.

"The fans show their passion so we, the players, can perform on the pitch.

"It's amazing to hear that song they have come up with about me. They are the best fans ever!"