ASTON VILLA

'I am ambitious' - Unai Emery 'eyes more' after Aston Villa's Europa League final victory

Unai Emery has insisted Aston Villa's Europa League triumph must become the start of a new era after his side ended a 30-year wait for silverware with a commanding victory over SC Freiburg in Istanbul on Wednesday night.

21 May 2026

Unai Emery: Aston Villa have 50-50 chance to lift Europa League trophy

Preparations are reaching fever pitch for one of the biggest matches in Aston Villa's modern history as Unai Emery's side continue their build-up to Wednesday's Europa League showdown with Freiburg in Istanbul.

19 May 2026

Julian Schuster hails "stronger than ever" Freiburg unity ahead of Aston Villa clash

Julian Schuster has described the "stronger than ever" bond between club and city as he prepares to lead SC Freiburg into their first-ever European final against Aston Villa in Istanbul on Wednesday.

19 May 2026

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Aston Villa punish Liverpool to seal Champions League return

Aston Villa secured a place in next season’s UEFA Champions League with a superb 4-2 win over Liverpool at Villa Park, as Morgan Rogers and Ollie Watkins inspired Unai Emery's side.

16 May 2026

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Liverpool face huge test as Arne Slot warns of Aston Villa threat

Liverpool head to Villa Park knowing their Champions League hopes could hinge on a decisive final away fixture against Aston Villa, with head coach Arne Slot insisting it will be a severe test regardless of form, schedule or fatigue.

14 May 2026

Aston Villa captain urges players to become 'legends' after reaching Europa League final

Aston Villa captain John McGinn says the club now has the chance to turn years of rebuilding into silverware after sealing a place in the Europa League final after beating Nottingham Forest.

08 May 2026