Emery discussed Aston Villa's ambitions for the Europa League, stating that the team's goal is to be the top team in the table. He emphasized the importance of learning from their previous experiences in European competitions and focusing on winning each match.

Emery also talked about John McGinn's new contract, which will keep him with the team until 2028. He praised McGinn's leadership and commitment to Aston Villa, highlighting his versatility and ability to play in various positions.

When asked about being considered favorites in many matches, Emery emphasized the importance of respecting the competition and focusing on each match individually. He noted that losing to Go Ahead Eagles was a lesson in not taking teams lightly and urged his team to be mentally prepared and focused for every match.