Unai Emery Encourages Aston Villa Supporters to Dream Big
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has made a passionate statement, urging fans to dream as the Premier League title race intensifies following Arsenal's recent setback. Emery's side could move within five points of the league leaders if they secure a victory against Leeds United this weekend.
Arsenal's Stumble Opens Door for Villa
Arsenal dropped two crucial points on Wednesday night, squandering a two-goal lead in a dramatic draw with Wolves. This result has provided an opportunity for Aston Villa and other contenders to close the gap at the top of the table. Arsenal have now played one more match than their closest rivals, Manchester City and Villa, setting the stage for a thrilling climax to the season.
Villa's Focus on Top Five Finish
Despite the excitement surrounding the title race, Emery emphasized that Aston Villa's primary objective remains securing a top-five finish to qualify for the Champions League. With only twelve matches remaining in the campaign, the manager stressed the importance of maintaining focus and consistency.
We can win, we can draw, we can lose tomorrow. It's very, very different, each situation, Emery commented ahead of the Leeds clash. Firstly, with the teams we have behind us, because the teams behind us, they are trying to get us, because Champions League for those teams is very important.
Emery's Realistic Assessment of Rivals
While acknowledging Arsenal's strength and Manchester City's consistency, Emery highlighted the competitive nature of the Premier League. He pointed to Villa's own challenging match against Wolves as an example of the difficulties faced by all teams in the league.
And in Champions League, how they are performing and winning matches, I think the power they have now, and the favourites they are now, Arsenal, no doubt, Emery stated. And then, it's City. City, always, is performing fantastic and being so, so consistent.
The Importance of Dreaming in Football
Emery concluded by reinforcing his message to the Villa faithful, emphasizing that dreaming is a vital part of football. He believes that having ambitious goals and motivations is crucial for the team's success and spirit.
Of course, we are feeling so, so comfortable, third in the league. We are so, so happy, but we know we must be so, so demanding to keep it, and to dream, Emery explained. To dream in football, and to dream expecting to achieve something important, is very important, as well, and to have this objective or this motivation, I like a lot.
As Aston Villa prepares for their crucial match against Leeds, the team and its supporters are united in their aspirations for a strong finish to the season, fueled by Emery's inspiring words.
