Despite a 3-1 defeat in the first leg, Unai Emery refuses to throw in the towel ahead of Aston Villa’s return clash with Paris Saint-Germain. The Spanish tactician, who once managed the French giants, is preparing his team to stage a comeback at Villa Park.

Fully aware of the uphill battle, Emery stressed the importance of discipline and tactical awareness over the full 90 minutes. “Our goal is to play with a solid plan, to be consistent, and to understand how the game unfolds over the course of 90 minutes,” he said. He even welcomed the idea of extra time or penalties if needed, noting that Villa has already proven its resilience on the European stage.

Emery, haunted by the infamous 6-1 collapse at Camp Nou during his PSG days, is now channeling that experience into motivation. “We want to write history for Aston Villa,” he declared, emphasizing that the passion of the home crowd could be a decisive factor.

While PSG remains the favorite, the former Europa League king is hoping his side can recreate the magic seen in past European nights. The message is clear: the tie isn’t over, and PSG would do well not to underestimate a side led by a manager who knows exactly what it takes to upset the odds.