Latest Aston Villa news from BirminghamLive as Unai Emery’s side will host Legia Warsaw in the Europa Conference League this evening

According to Kosta Runjaic, the manager of Legia Warsaw, Aston Villa is the best

team participating in the Europa Conference League this year.

Villa’s lone loss during the group stages came at the hands of Legia in Warsaw, 3-

2. In an attempt to secure a spot in the knockout stages, Unai Emery’s team has

defeated AZ Alkmaar twice and HSK Zrinjski once.

When the teams play at Villa Park tonight at 8 p.m., they are tied on nine points. Villa will be trying to extend their

winning streak to 14 games and take the lead in Group E.

Runjaic is anticipating a “special” encounter even if Villa is the bookmaker’s favorite to win the tournament. “Both teams have nine points in the standings, but Aston Villa is the clear favourite,” he stated. The meeting on Thursday will be unique, just like the first game.

“This is the best team in this competition, in my opinion. As Aston Villa is now among the top four teams in its league, we anticipate the same level of performance tomorrow night.

22 games were won by Aston Villa this calendar year. Tomorrow, we have to compete and perform at our best. Although it’s a tremendous undertaking, we aim to showcase Legia and the Polish ball from a very positive angle. Excitement fills me. My football players must be feeling the same thing.

Runjaic responded, “I don’t know coach Emery personally,” when asked about Emery. He is undoubtedly an excellent

coach. Peeking at other trainers’ work styles can teach us a lot. His squad plays

modern football, is well-organized, and maintains a high defensive line.

“They are hazardous when playing directly; I observe the games of teams

managed by other coaches and make inferences from that; nevertheless, I am

not acquainted with the coach of our rivals.

“Coach Emery’s team has a lot of aspects in their game that you might find appealing. We must minimize errors, play bravely and fearlessly, and showcase our individuality. We used it in the first game, and it helped us win.”