Aston Villa Gears Up for Early Action in Europa and Conference League Build-Up
Aston Villa is set to make significant adjustments as it prepares for its upcoming Europa and Conference League matches. The team has announced a total of seven changes to the lineup that secured a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
Villa’s Lineup Changes
Only four players from the previous match retained their spots. Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, defender Pau Torres, midfielder Amadou Onana, and Evan Guessand will continue in their positions. The team has brought in notable names, including Jadon Sancho and Ollie Watkins, to strengthen the squad.
Aston Villa Starting XI
- Goalkeeper: Emiliano Martinez
- Defenders: Victor Lindelof, Tyrone Mings, Pau Torres, Myron Maatsen
- Midfielders: Amadou Onana, Ayman Bogarde, Evan Guessand, Emiliano Buendia
- Forwards: Jadon Sancho, Ollie Watkins
Substitutes
- Bizot
- Proctor
- Cash
- Konsa
- McGinn
- Elliott
- Malen
- Rogers
- Kamara
- Burrowes
Go Ahead Eagles Adjustments
In contrast, Go Ahead Eagles have made a single adjustment to their squad following a 2-1 loss to PSV Eindhoven in the Eredivisie. Yassir Salah Rahmouni has replaced Evert Linthorst in midfield, pairing with Melle Meulensteen, son of former Fulham manager René Meulensteen.
Go Ahead Eagles Starting XI
- Goalkeeper: De Busser
- Defenders: Deijl, Nauber, Kramer, James
- Midfielders: Breum, Rahmouni, Meulensteen, Smit
- Forwards: Suray, Margaret
Substitutes
- Plogmann
- Verdoni
- Twigt
- Linthorst
- Sivertsen
- Weijenberg
- Goudmijn
- Van Zwam
- Dirksen
- Stokkers
- Adelgaard
- Boakye
As both teams gear up for their respective fixtures, fans are eager to see how these changes will impact their performance in the Europa and Conference League build-up.