Unai Emery admits tough job picking best Aston Villa starting XI after Europa League final celebrations as coach prepares for final showdown with Pep Guardiola

Goal | 24.05.2026 02:14
Emery noted that the emotional release of achieving their primary objective has made it difficult to maintain the same level of intensity in training. The coach acknowledged the importance of the achievement but remains wary of how the festivities might impact performance. He is tasked with identifying which players are still mentally and physically prepared to compete at the highest level after such an exhausting and successful campaign.