Aston Villa manager Unai Emery highlighted the importance of consistency as his team secured a 3-1 victory over Fulham at Villa Park. The win marked the sixth consecutive home victory in the Premier League for Villa, equaling the post-war club record set in 1983. The team currently sits in fifth place, just one point outside the top four.
Emery emphasized the need for consistency as Villa aims to build a strong team structure and mentality. With 26 matches still to play in the season, he acknowledged the challenges ahead and stressed the importance of maintaining focus and analyzing areas for improvement, even after positive results.
The victory against Fulham came after a 2-0 loss to Nottingham Forest in the league the previous Sunday. Villa’s recent home form has been impressive, with a second triumph in four days, including a win over AZ Alkmaar in the Europa Conference League. Emery expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance at home, highlighting the strong connection with supporters and the positive energy in the stadium.
During the match against Fulham, Villa took a 2-0 lead at halftime with an Antonee Robinson own-goal and a goal from captain John McGinn. Ollie Watkins added a third goal in the 64th minute, while Raul Jimenez scored a consolation goal for Fulham in the 70th minute. Emery emphasized the team’s adaptability, improvement, and positive tactical work as key factors contributing to their success at home.
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