Emery and Maatsen Praise Go Ahead Eagles for Strong Performance Against PSV
Aston Villa is preparing for their upcoming Europa League match against Go Ahead Eagles. Both coach Unai Emery and Dutch international Ian Maatsen have shared their thoughts on the Eagles’ style of play and recent performance.
Emery’s Assessment of Go Ahead Eagles
Unai Emery has taken a deep dive into the tactics employed by Go Ahead Eagles’ head coach, Melvin Boel. He praised Boel for bringing a fresh approach, highlighting his background from the Feyenoord academy.
- Boel’s coaching style focuses on man-to-man defense with aggressive play.
- Go Ahead emphasizes building from the back and utilizing combination play in attack.
Impact of Recent Matches
Emery noted that Go Ahead Eagles impressed him, despite their 2-1 loss to PSV in their latest league outing. He remarked on their strategic play against PSV, where they demonstrated strong gameplay even against a formidable opponent.
- Psv recently defeated Napoli 6-2.
- Go Ahead maintains their philosophy of pressure and confrontation in every match.
Maatsen’s Growth and Anticipation
Ian Maatsen attended the press conference, discussing his development at Aston Villa. Although his playing time has been limited, he believes his defensive skills have improved significantly.
- Maatsen mentioned his increasing confidence in defensive techniques as shaped by the coaching staff.
- He acknowledges the challenge of game rhythm but is committed to his training.
Maatsen expressed optimism about his future minutes on the pitch, stating, “The coach believes in me, and I have faith in his approach.” He respects Go Ahead Eagles, noting their capabilities, especially as they will be playing at home. Maatsen emphasized the need for Aston Villa to maintain focus and quality during the match.
