Ahead of the Europa League quarter-final against Bologna, Unai Emery, Aston Villa's manager, emphasized the need for his players to respect both their opponents and the competition. He noted that Villa has not played since March 22, which could impact their performance. Emery, who has won the Europa League four times, described Bologna as a 'winner team' and acknowledged the challenges they pose, especially after their recent victory over Roma. He highlighted the importance of focus and resilience in the face of a passionate home crowd at Stadio Renato Dall’Ara, where Villa will need to perform at their best to secure a favorable outcome.