Sports · 13 March 2026

1-0 Win Helps Aston Villa In Europa League Tie

Aston Villa improved their chances of reaching the Europa League quarter-finals following an important away victory. Ollie Watkins scored with a header, giving Unai Emery's team a 1-0 lead over Lille in their last-16 first leg. The team now heads into the March 19 second leg at Villa Park as favourites to progress.

By BriefTea Editorial · 13 March 2026 at 4:12

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