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Aston Villa prepares for Champions League matches against PSG and Dortmund

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 8:47 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Aston Villa prepares for Champions League matches against PSG and Dortmund
Summary

Aston Villa has drawn Paris St-Germain and Borussia Dortmund as opponents in the Champions League. As the team returns to the competition, memories of their near upset against PSG last season linger. With several key departures, including Emi Martinez and Ollie Watkins, Villa looks to adapt quickly under Unai Emery. The Champions League matches begin on September 8, and potential further squad changes are anticipated as the transfer window approaches its deadline.

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  • •Aston Villa hosts PSG and Dortmund in Champions League group stage.
  • •Villa last faced PSG in an exciting quarter-final matchup.
  • •Emi Martinez and Ollie Watkins are set to depart the club.
  • •Unai Emery aims to strengthen the squad before the transfer deadline.
  • •Champions League matches start on September 8.
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  • 8:47 PMYahoo Sports — PSG showdown will show how much Villa have changed
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Aston Villa learned their Champions League opponents.

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