"Of course, it's a massive test tomorrow. Two matches, two legs, the second leg as well, of course, we will play at home. But my expectation is very difficult, and my expectation, before the matches, of course, is to be so focused and be trying to build our structure strongly and try to feel comfortable and try to respect them."
"And enjoy the way. The last message is that we must enjoy. Enjoy here, preparing the game, here today, in the hotel tomorrow, playing the match, enjoying the atmosphere, enjoying as well, how we are responding tomorrow on the field."
"In our structure, we are speaking about the emotions inside as well. We must control our collective emotions, our individual emotions, but to [deal with a vociferous home crowd if they are to be successful]."
Unai Emery acknowledges Lille presents a significant test for Aston Villa in their Europa League last-16 first leg at the Decathlon Arena. Villa arrive in strong form with five consecutive Europa League victories, their longest winning run in major European competition. However, Emery emphasizes the difficulty ahead, noting Villa's poor historical record in away matches in France with no wins in six attempts. He stresses the importance of focus, structure, and emotional control against a vociferous home crowd. Emery encourages his players to enjoy the experience while maintaining discipline and respect for their opponents, with the return leg at Villa Park offering another opportunity.
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