Liverpool will host Bournemouth in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, while holders Manchester City take on League One side Bradford City. Fleetwood Town, who knocked Arsenal out on penalties, will welcome Everton or Newcastle United, and Crystal Palace face Sunderland in an all-Premier League tie, with all four games set for the week commencing December 14.
John Obi Mikel has urged Manchester United to hand Unai Emery "the f***ing keys" and an open chequebook to tempt him away from Aston Villa. The former Chelsea midfielder would choose Emery over Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann, the two men most often linked with the job, with Michael Carrick still in charge despite leaving the Red Devils 16th in the Premier League.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has offered his full support to Gianluigi Donnarumma and Marc Guehi following a difficult week for the defensive duo. The Italian shot-stopper and England international have both faced heavy scrutiny after high-profile errors contributed to City losing their perfect start to the Premier League season against Aston Villa.
Unai Emery couldn't hide his delight after Aston Villa produced a commanding performance to halt Manchester City's flawless start to the Premier League campaign. The Villa boss reserved special praise for Nicolas Jackson, whose clinical brace proved the difference on an emotional afternoon in the Midlands.
Nicolas Jackson was delighted after his brace fired Aston Villa to a 2-1 win over Manchester City on Saturday. The striker praised Unai Emery, his team-mates and the fans after a result that ended City’s perfect start to the Premier League season and handed Villa their first home league win of the campaign.
Manchester City's flawless start to the Premier League campaign came to a grinding halt at Villa Park as Nicolas Jackson's clinical finishing secured a famous 2-1 win for Unai Emery's side. Following the defeat, captain Ruben Dias conceded that the visitors were far too slow to adjust to the tactical shifts presented by the hosts during a disappointing afternoon in the Midlands.
Nicolas Jackson took perfect revenge on his former manager with a superb brace as Aston Villa ended Manchester City’s flawless Premier League start. Unai Emery’s side claimed a stunning 2-1 win on Saturday, handing Enzo Maresca the same fate Pep Guardiola suffered on the final day of last season.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca insisted his side did not deserve to lose after their perfect start to the Premier League season was halted by Aston Villa. A Nicolas Jackson brace proved the difference at Villa Park, leaving the Italian to lament individual errors and a lack of fortune in front of goal.
Manchester City suffered a frustrating setback as a Nicolas Jackson brace guided Aston Villa to a 2-1 victory. Despite Erling Haaland's second-half equaliser, Enzo Maresca's side failed to capitalise on their superior possession at Villa Park.
Aston Villa are ready to sideline on-loan Chelsea attacker Alejandro Garnacho for the remainder of the campaign to avoid triggering a mandatory purchase agreement in his contract. Unai Emery has been left unconvinced by the Argentine international since his summer arrival at Villa Park and could send him straight back to west London.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has opted to stay silent regarding the ongoing legal storm surrounding Manchester City as his side prepares to face the league leaders. While the football world remains fixated on the 114 guilty financial verdicts against the City, Emery is focusing purely on the tactical challenge ahead.
Unai Emery is demanding his Aston Villa side maintain their ferocious momentum as they prepare for a high-stakes encounter with Premier League leaders Manchester City. The Spaniard celebrated his fourth anniversary at the helm this week, a tenure that has completely revitalised one of England's most historic footballing institutions.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has opened up on his commitment to helping Phil Foden recapture the world-class form that once made him the envy of European football. The Italian tactician believes it is his personal responsibility to guide the 26-year-old back to the pinnacle of the game following a difficult period at the Etihad Stadium.
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca has delivered a significant boost to his squad by confirming that Erling Haaland is fully fit for the upcoming Premier League encounter against Aston Villa. The Norwegian striker sat out the midweek action as a precaution, but he is now ready to lead the line as the champions look to maintain their perfect domestic record.
Emiliano Buendia admitted he was frustrated not to add to his tally despite converting a first-half penalty in Aston Villa's 3-1 victory over Viking at Villa Park on Wednesday. The Argentine playmaker etched his name into the club's history books as the Midlands outfit maintained their flawless start to the Champions League campaign.
Aston Villa youngster Alysson has described his standout performance in the Champions League as a genuine dream come true for both himself and his family. The Brazilian winger was the catalyst for a dominant victory at Villa Park, ensuring Unai Emery’s side maintained their perfect record in the competition.
Unai Emery has challenged his Aston Villa squad to translate their imperious European form into domestic results after sweeping aside Norwegian visitors Viking FK on Wednesday night. A comfortable 3-1 triumph at Villa Park maintained the Midlands outfit's flawless continental record and lifted them to second place in the standings.
Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery guided his side to a third consecutive Champions League victory with a 3-1 triumph over Norwegian visitors Viking on Wednesday. The hosts built a two-goal interval lead en route to securing two home wins alongside an opening away victory at Club Brugge, climbing to second in the standings.
PGMOL chief Howard Webb has offered a detailed explanation regarding the decision not to send off Sven Botman during Newcastle United's recent clash with Aston Villa. The Dutch defender was cautioned for a robust challenge on Nicolas Jackson, who later claimed the tackle nearly broke his leg.
Aston Villa midfielder Johan Manzambi has firmly decided against a transfer away from the club despite attracting heavy interest from European giants Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern Munich. The highly-rated 21-year-old is enjoying a phenomenal debut season in the Premier League but feels remaining under Unai Emery is the best step for his ongoing development.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has showered praise on Johan Manzambi after the midfielder scored the only goal in a crucial 1-0 Premier League victory over Newcastle United at St. James' Park. The manager highlighted the player's impressive technical qualities, intelligence, and physical strength, while also providing a brief update on his fitness.
Manchester United have joined top-flight rivals Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur in tracking promising Newcastle United attacker Bazoumana Toure just months after his arrival in England. However, reports linking Liverpool with the exciting 20-year-old winger have been dismissed as domestic suitors monitor his rapid adaptation to the division.
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