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Aston Villa prepares for Super Cup amid summer changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 2:26 PM

Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Aston Villa prepares for Super Cup amid summer changes
Summary

Aston Villa is set to compete in the UEFA Super Cup against PSG on Wednesday, marking their first appearance in the tournament since 1982. Manager Unai Emery faces a season of transition after key departures, including Morgan Rogers, Youri Tielemans, and Lucas Digne. Despite the changes, captain John McGinn expressed confidence in maintaining high expectations for the season, citing the club's consistent competitiveness both domestically and in Europe. The team's determination remains focused on achieving further success.

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  • •Aston Villa has a ticket allocation of just under 7,000 for the Super Cup.
  • •Unai Emery remains amid significant roster and coaching staff changes.
  • •John McGinn emphasizes the club’s ongoing ambition and competitive spirit.
  • •This is Villa's first Super Cup appearance since beating Barcelona in 1982.
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  • 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Villa's unwavering belief in Emery
What they're saying
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Aston Villa's summer of change means Unai Emery must work his magic again.

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