Freiburg v Aston Villa: Europa League Final Live Updates

AI Summary

Aston Villa, led by Unai Emery, are favourites to win the Europa League final against Freiburg. Villa have a history of European success, including the 1982 European Cup. Emery is hoping to make it five wins from six Europa League final appearances.

The Europa League Final Showdown

Unai Emery is hoping to make it five wins from six Europa League final appearances tonight. Here’s his story so far.

Aston Villa's European History

Aston Villa have won two European trophies in their history. The first, and quite obviously the most special, is the 1982 European Cup, inspired by Ron Saunders but actually won by Tony Barton and Peter Withe.

The Coach's Record

Emery has won the Europa League four times already for Sevilla and Villarreal.
Can John McGinn join Dennis Mortimer and Ken McNaught in hoisting some continental silver for the Villa?

The Final Match

Kick-off at Beşiktaş Stadyumu is at 8pm BST. It’s on!