Unai Emery has praised Aston Villa's character after they fought back from two goals down to beat RB Salzburg 3-2 and secure a top-two finish in their Europa League group.
Unai Emery said it was "very important" for Aston Villa to qualify for the Europa League last 16 after his side battled to a 1-0 win away to Fenerbahce in what he described as difficult circumstances.
VfB Stuttgart enter their Europa League clash with Maccabi Tel Aviv under pressure, and their coach is clear: a win could seal safe passage to the knockout rounds.
Sebastian Hoeness guided VfB Stuttgart back to winning ways in the Europa League as his side battled to a hard-fought 2-0 victory over Feyenoord on Thursday night.
Oliver Glasner has praised Crystal Palace's fighting spirit but admitted his side "still have plenty to improve" despite a commanding 3-1 home victory over AZ Alkmaar in the UEFA Conference League.
Aston Villa marked Unai Emery's third anniversary in charge with another European win at Villa Park, while Nottingham Forest were left frustrated after being held to a goalless draw by Sturm Graz.