Emery: A Very Tough Match Awaits Us Against Tottenham

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery believes Sunday's home clash against Tottenham will be a tough battle, despite the London club facing relegation fears. Villa currently sit fifth in the Premier League with four matches remaining, and a victory over the 'Spurs' would secure their qualification for next year's Champions League.

"Every Premier League match is incredibly difficult. Villa Park is something we must leverage, something that should push us to win the game," Emery stated at a press conference.

Following this, the Birmingham club will host Nottingham Forest in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final, having suffered a 0-1 defeat on Thursday.

Emery expressed support for Tottenham manager Roberto De Zerbi but suggested the Italian might need to deviate from his typical style to avoid relegation. The 'Spurs' have collected four points from De Zerbi's three matches in charge, showing some improvement, but their top-flight status remains precarious.

"They have very good players and a very good coach. Perhaps it will take them time to implement some of the tactical elements he achieved at Brighton, which were truly fantastic. I believe he will succeed, but right now, they are fighting to avoid relegation and need points more urgently. They have experienced players, talented footballers, and I anticipate a very tough match. I expect us to play for 90 minutes, battling in the best possible way, both tactically and with our individual and collective style."