Unai Emery and David Moyes Gear Up for Europa League Showdowns

As the Europa League heats up, managers Unai Emery and David Moyes are preparing their teams for crucial showdowns. Emery’s Aston Villa faces off against Ajax while Moyes’ West Ham takes on Freiburg.

Emery, reflecting on their recent defeat to Tottenham, emphasized the importance of bouncing back as they host Ajax at Villa Park. Meanwhile, Moyes is focused on turning around the 0-1 deficit against Freiburg in the Europa Conference League.

West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek expressed his support for teammate Kalvin Phillips, who has been striving for form since his move from Manchester City. Soucek commended Phillips’ dedication and highlighted his potential impact on the team.

The managers are aware of the challenges ahead, with Moyes questioning the 17:45 GMT kick-off time and emphasizing the need for strong home support at London Stadium. Soucek echoed the sentiment, underlining the significance of the upcoming Europa League clash for West Ham’s European aspirations.

As Rangers boss Philippe Clement gears up to face Benfica, he acknowledges the daunting task at hand but remains optimistic. Liverpool‘s Jurgen Klopp praised the exceptional form of Virgil van Dijk, crediting his leadership qualities for the team’s success.