Unai: Eur getting a free shot

Published date11 April 2024
Publication titleDaily Star (England)
As Unai Emery's side host French side lille tonight, their opponents have had time offfrom their domestic schedule to prepare

The French league agreed to a fixture change last week - and have postponed matches this weekend too - allowing Paolo Fonseca's side seven days to prepare for the return leg.

Villa have an important trip to Arsenal on Sunday before travelling to France next Thursday.

The club has suggested to the Premier league that it follows a similar approach to their opponents after their victory in the previous round against Ajax.

Emery's side battled to a goalless draw in Amsterdam against Jordan Henderson's side but were back in action 65 hours after the final whistle when they entertained Spurs.

That ended in a thumping 4-0 defeat and Villa made their feelings known.

Emery has spoken often of operating a 'no excuse' culture at Villa Park and on the eve of the club's biggest European night in 26 years was not...

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