Summary
Aston Villa advanced to the quarter-finals of the Europa League by defeating Lille, thanks in part to goals from John McGinn and Leon Bailey. Emi Martinez played a pivotal role with a key assist that led to McGinn's opening goal. Villa will next face Bologna and aim for their first major trophy in 30 years.
Key Facts
- Aston Villa beat Lille to reach the Europa League quarter-finals.
- Emi Martinez made a notable play that led to an opening goal by John McGinn.
- Villa's coach, Unai Emery, has guided teams to Europa League victories four times before.
- Villa now plays against Bologna in the quarter-finals.
- It has been 30 years since Villa last won a major trophy.
- Fans celebrated Emery reaching 100 wins as Villa's manager at the previous game.
- Villa has reached quarter-finals of a major European competition for three consecutive seasons.
- Emery is a seasoned manager in this competition, having reached the quarter-finals eight times.
