Villa Boss Emery Delighted After Dominant Bournemouth Victory
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery expressed his immense satisfaction after his team delivered a stunning 4-0 victory against Bournemouth at Villa Park. The win solidifies a remarkable turnaround for a side that had struggled at the start of the campaign.
From Slow Start to Spectacular Form
Emery praised his squad's impressive form over the last six weeks, a period in which they have collected 15 points from a possible 18 in the Premier League. This resurgence comes after a difficult opening, where Villa failed to win any of their first six matches across all competitions.
Since a draw with 10-man Sunderland, the team has bounced back emphatically, securing eight victories in their last ten outings. Following the October international break, Villa built momentum with wins against Fulham and Burnley, before claiming impressive victories away at Tottenham and at home against Manchester City.
A subsequent 2-0 loss at Liverpool meant this clash with Bournemouth was crucial to maintain proximity to the top four, a challenge they met with a commanding performance.
Emery's Blueprint for Success
In his post-match press conference, Emery detailed the philosophy behind the team's improvement. "I am so happy, after the poor start, how we are getting better," he stated. "We sent the message inside to increase our demands and consistency every day. Every day working. Focusing intensely in each match."
He highlighted the importance of maintaining balance and belief, even during difficult moments. Emery also credited the strategic use of the squad, noting that after the Thursday match, they "tried to use different players" to bring fresh energy and legs onto the pitch, which was crucial for maintaining consistency.
A key factor in the home victory was the role of the supporters. Emery emphasised, "The players feel strong because they know the supporters are helping and creating the energy. We then need to play. This is the hard work we do each match." He also stressed the need for the team to be brave in building up play, even after the mistake at Anfield the previous week.
With this emphatic win, Aston Villa have firmly re-established themselves as a force to be reckoned with in the Premier League, executing their manager's vision with precision and power.
