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Aston Villa Faces Key Decisions Ahead of Champions League Clash with PSG

Manager Unai Emery weighs tactical options as Ollie Watkins pushes for a starting role after standout performances off the bench.

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Watkins opened the scoring against Southampton on Sunday with a beautiful finish
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Overview

  • Aston Villa prepares to host PSG in the second leg of the Champions League quarterfinals, needing to overturn a 3-1 deficit to advance.
  • Unai Emery remains undecided on his starting XI, with uncertainty surrounding the potential inclusion of Marcus Rashford and Ollie Watkins as a strike partnership.
  • Ollie Watkins has expressed frustration over limited starts despite his recent impactful performances, including a goal and a penalty win in Villa's 3-0 victory over Southampton.
  • Watkins is managing a knee issue that has contributed to his frequent substitute role but is reportedly feeling 'fantastic' ahead of the PSG match.
  • Emery emphasizes the need for belief and emotional control as Villa seeks to stage a historic comeback and reach the Champions League semifinals for the first time since 1982.