Ikhtisar Villers-Outreaux

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Unai Emery has challenged his resurgent Aston Villa squad to establish themselves as major contenders on the European stage after dismantling Fenerbahce at Villa Park. The Spanish tactician praised his side's ruthless clinical edge as the hosts secured their maiden home victory of the campaign in emphatic fashion.

Aston Villa dismantled Fenerbahce with a ruthless 6-0 victory at Villa Park to continue their perfect start in the Champions League. Ross Barkley and Nicolas Jackson both netted braces as Unai Emery's side overwhelmed the Turkish giants.

Unai Emery has challenged his Aston Villa players to transform Villa Park back into a 'fortress' as they prepare to host Fenerbahce in the Champions League on Wednesday. The Spanish manager is determined to halt a disappointing run of results on home soil that has seen his side fail to win in their opening three fixtures of the season.