5 absentees before the match against Fenerbahçe at Aston Villa.

5 absentees before the match against Fenerbahçe at Aston Villa.

21.01.2026 20:34

Aston Villa's head coach Unai Emery stated in a press conference that Emiliano Martinez, John McGinn, Barkley Allyson, and Boubacar Kamara will not be able to play in the match against Fenerbahçe.

Aston Villa's head coach Unai Emery made statements at a press conference before the UEFA Europa League match against Fenerbahçe.

5 ABSENTEES IN ASTON VILLA

Emery expressed that they have 5 absentees against Fenerbahçe, stating, "Martinez, Kamara, McGinn, Allyson, and Barkley are unavailable."

"FENERBAHÇE IS A VERY GOOD TEAM"

In response to the question, "The tickets for the Fenerbahçe - Aston Villa match sold out in seconds. Does the interest of Fenerbahçe fans in the match make you uneasy?" Emery said, "Of course, it will be a tough match. Fenerbahçe is a very good team. They have good, quality, and experienced players. It will be a passionate atmosphere. We are looking forward to playing this match. Fenerbahçe is a well-known team. They have the strength to go all the way in the Europa League. It will be a difficult match."

MARCO ASENSIO AND JHON DURAN

Reminded that he will be facing Marco Asensio and Jhon Duran, whom he coached last season, Emery stated, "Both are very good players. Asensio is very experienced. We were together last year. He performed greatly for us. Fenerbahçe can acquire such quality players. They are a good team. Duran is the same. He went to Saudi Arabia and then came here. They have very experienced players. We respect our opponent, but we will do our best to stop both of them."

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