Wed Nov 27 21:08:40 UTC 2024: ## Villa Boss Emery Confident Ahead of Juventus Clash

**Birmingham, England –** Aston Villa manager Unai Emery expressed confidence ahead of Wednesday’s crucial Champions League encounter against Juventus. Speaking at a pre-match press conference, Emery confirmed that Ezri Konsa and Boubacar Kamara are expected to be available, while Amadou Onana and Jacob Ramsey will miss the game.

Emery praised the new Champions League format, highlighting the extended opportunity for teams to recover from setbacks. He acknowledged the unexpected success of some teams but predicted the stronger contenders would ultimately prevail. He urged Villa fans to enjoy the match, emphasizing the club’s ambition to compete consistently at the highest level of European football.

While acknowledging Villa’s recent six-game winless streak and the fact that they haven’t kept a clean sheet during that period, despite conceding only one goal in four Champions League matches, Emery remained positive. He stated that the team is working on improving their defensive solidity, focusing on dominating possession to mitigate risks.

The manager also spoke highly of Juventus’ manager, Thiago Motta, a former player under Emery at Paris Saint-Germain, praising his playing abilities and his impressive coaching career so far. He recognized Motta’s ongoing team-building efforts at Juventus.

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