Aston Villa travel to the Netherlands on Thursday, aiming to continue their perfect start to the Europa League campaign and extend their superb recent run of form.
Unai Emery’s side have won five consecutive matches in all competitions. Therefore, they will be confident of securing another victory against Dutch Cup winners Go Ahead Eagles. Villa Park has certainly become accustomed to success in this competition under Emery. Indeed, he is the most decorated manager in Europa League history.
While the manager expects to rotate his squad for this trip, Villa have started their European journey flawlessly. So far, they have secured two wins and two clean sheets. Consequently, maintaining that 100% record is the primary objective. Doing so would give them a firm grip on the group.
Aston Villa team news
Unai Emery is expected to rotate his squad tonight. However, his midfield options remain limited. This is due to Youri Tielemans’ injury and Ross Barkley’s ineligibility. On a positive note, Amadou Onana has returned to fitness. He should therefore partner Boubacar Kamara in the centre.
In defence, Tyrone Mings faces a late fitness test on an ankle injury. However, Pau Torres is available to continue alongside Ezri Konsa if Mings is unavailable. Emery might also continue his goalkeeper rotation for European fixtures. This could see Marco Bizot starting again after featuring in the first two group games. Up front, Ollie Watkins is fit and the team expect him to lead the line. John McGinn will provide a key goal threat from midfield. Impressively, McGinn has scored in his last three European appearances.
Aston Villa predicted lineup
Aston Villa predicted XI: Bizot; Cash, Konsa, Pau Torres, Maatsen; Kamara, Onana, McGinn; Buendía, Watkins, Rogers.
When is the match?
The Europa League fixture takes place at De Adelaarshorst tonight, Thursday, 23 October 2025. Kick-off is scheduled for 5:45 pm BST.
How to watch Go Ahead Eagles vs Aston Villa?
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on TNT Sports. Coverage begins at 5:30 pm BST. Additionally, streaming is available via Discovery+.
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