Aston Villa secured a crucial win over Bournemouth in their hunt for Champions League football.
May 11, 2025
Head coach Unai Emery believes Aston Villa are primed to push for a Champions League return but insists it will not be a disappointment if his side fall short.
Villa, who reached the quarter-finals of club football’s premier continental competition this term, guaranteed European qualification for a third successive season with Saturday evening’s 1-0 win at Bournemouth.
Whether the club are in the Champions League, Europa League or Conference League next season will be decided following Premier League clashes with Tottenham and Manchester United.
Victory at the Vitality Stadium – secured by Ollie Watkins’ first-half goal – ensured Villa will finish in the top seven, but they must end fifth or above to achieve their ultimate objective.
