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Ollie Watkins brace hands Aston Villa victory over Bologna

Unai Emery has praised a "fantastic" result after Aston Villa claimed a 3-1 first-leg win over Bologna in their Europa League quarter-final, despite admitting his side fell short of their best level.

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Amadou Onana: Aston Villa boss Unai Emery 'obsessed with football'

Amadou Onana has hailed Unai Emery as the best manager he's ever worked under, describing the Aston Villa boss as a "genius" whose obsession with football pushes players beyond their limits.

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Ollie Watkins responds to England snub with goal as World Cup hopes remain alive

Ollie Watkins has admitted he was not surprised to be left out of England's latest squad, but insists his World Cup ambitions remain firmly alive despite a dip in form.

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Premier League wrap: Tottenham sink deeper into trouble, Aston Villa boost European push

Nottingham Forest compounded Tottenham's relegation fears with a 3-0 win in north London while Aston Villa strengthened their Champions League ambitions with a 2-0 victory over West Ham in Premier League action on Sunday.

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Emiliano Martinez sparks Aston Villa charge as John McGinn seals Lille win

John McGinn praised Emiliano Martinez as a "mad man" after the goalkeeper inspired Aston Villa to a 2-0 win over Lille OSC, securing a 3-0 aggregate victory and a place in the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals.

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Michael Carrick hails Man Utd's 'winning habit' after Villa victory

Michael Carrick has said his Manchester United side are "getting used to winning" after a confident 3-1 victory over Aston Villa strengthened their push for Champions League qualification.

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