Update: Downing is aiming to be back in action for Aston Villa by Christmas after having a pin removed from his broken foot, reports the Premier League. Analysis: Downing has begun running with cutting and twisting again with the pin removed and should now get the ball rolling to a faster recovery to fitness. He says the pain is gone, it is just getting back to fitness and sharpness. 19 Oct 2009 02:17 AM