"Likewise, securing a 1-0 win away at Turkish giants Fenerbahce last weekend, the former PSG boss has his sights set on mounting a genuine European charge over the coming months. Widely regarded as a standout Europa League contender in 2026, Aston Villa have already cruise their way to a knockout stage ticket. In fact, Emery's side have won six of their seven European appearances this season and they will be confident of signing off their group stage adventure with another flurry."
"Undergoing knee surgery earlier in the month, Aston Villa are expected to be without French midfielder Boubacar Kamara for the remainder of the campaign. Likewise, suffering his own respective knee injury against Everton on January 18th, skipper John McGinn won't feature on Thursday night. However, recently returning from a muscle issue, Belgium international Amadou Onana will get more minutes under his belt."
Aston Villa head into the Europa League group stage finale at Villa Park as clear favorites after strong domestic and European form. Unai Emery's side sit third in the Premier League, four points behind the leaders, and have won six of seven European matches this season, already securing a knockout spot. Recent results include a 2-0 win at Newcastle and a 1-0 victory at Fenerbahce. Injury absences include Boubacar Kamara (knee surgery) and captain John McGinn, while Amadou Onana has returned from a muscle issue and Leon Bailey could feature after his loan return. Salzburg beat Basel 3-1 but remain two points outside the play-off places and need a major result.
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