Aston Villa manager Unai Emery expressed his team’s determination to make history in the Champions League quarterfinal second leg against Paris St-Germain (PSG) at Villa Park. Despite trailing 3-1 on aggregate, Emery believes his team can turn the tide in their favor. “We want to write the history of Aston Villa,” Emery said, highlighting the team’s ambition to progress in the competition.
Emery’s confidence stems from his team’s performance in the first leg, where they “gave a good account of ourselves” despite losing. He emphasized the importance of playing with a strong plan and being consistent throughout the 90 minutes. Emery also praised his team’s supporters, saying they would play a crucial role in energizing the players on the field. “The supporters are going to help us a lot,” he said.
Aston Villa striker Morgan Rogers shared Emery’s optimism, saying, “If anyone’s going to turn it around, it’s going to be us.” Rogers emphasized the team’s belief in themselves and their ability to overcome the deficit. He also praised Emery’s leadership, saying, “The manager brings us together.”
Emery discussed the possibility of playing Ollie Watkins and Marcus Rashford together, saying it’s a “next step” he wants to explore. Watkins, who scored against Southampton on Saturday, is feeling “fantastic,” according to Emery. The team’s plan is to use Watkins’ quality to help the team, whether he plays 30 minutes or the full 90.
The match against PSG promises to be an exciting encounter, with Villa fans hoping for a massive comeback win. Emery’s experience with comebacks, both positive and negative, will likely play a significant role in his team’s approach to the match. Villa’s journey to the quarterfinals has been remarkable, and they will look to continue making history on Tuesday.
The stage is set for a thrilling encounter at Villa Park, with Aston Villa looking to defy the odds and progress to the semifinals. The team’s confidence and determination will be put to the test as they face one of the biggest teams in the world.
