In a light-hearted pre-match press conference, Vincenzo Italiano, head coach of Bologna, acknowledged the daunting challenge ahead of their Europa League quarter-final second leg against Aston Villa, trailing 3-1 from the first leg. He humorously suggested that bringing in actor Tom Cruise could help, but quickly shifted to a serious tone regarding their tactical approach. Italiano emphasized the need for a strong defensive performance, stating, 'We must make life difficult for them.' He confirmed that Federico Ravaglia would start as goalkeeper, while he remained cautious about other player selections. The match at Villa Park is crucial, and Italiano urged his team to remember their previous performances and strive for a top-level display to create an upset.