Ezri Konsa believes the game against Manchester City will be challenging

2025-04-22 03:02

Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa admitted that he is looking forward to the next game against Manchester City because he knows it will be a tough battle, but the team will go all out and is ready to face the challenge.

Aston Villa are within touching distance of a Champions League spot as they look to reach Europe's top competition for a second consecutive season. Ezri Konsa has praised the changes made by manager Unai Emery at the club and believes the match against Manchester City will be a tactical battle between Emery and Pep Guardiola.

"We know this game will be difficult but I am sure Unai Emery will have a plan for this game and know what we need to do," said Ezri Konsa.

"Unai Emery and Pep Guardiola are both outstanding coaches who have won numerous awards in their respective careers. Since Unai Emery came in, he has taken the team to a whole new level. From the moment he arrived, everything has been different."

“We hope this good run of form can continue and expect that we can achieve a positive result.”

Aston Villa ended a memorable first Champions League season last week despite a heroic comeback against Paris Saint-Germain in the quarter-final second leg, and Ezri Konsa has urged his side to remain positive throughout the remainder of the campaign.

Ezri Konsa said: “I believe that each of us should be proud of what we have achieved in the Champions League this season. Even though we did not succeed, we can also be proud of our efforts and performances. We must continue at this level and try to qualify for the Champions League again.