Unai Emery Discovers Aston Villa Players' Lack of FA Cup Success

Aston Villa manager Unai Emery recently held a roll call with his squad and was shocked to learn that none of his players have won an FA Cup tie for the club. Emery, who has won the Europa League four times and numerous domestic trophies, expressed his disappointment with the lack of success in the prestigious competition.

Villa's Last FA Cup Win Dates Back to 1957

Villa's last FA Cup victory was in 1957, and the club has won the trophy a total of seven times. Emery emphasized the importance of winning the FA Cup, not only for the players and the club but also for the fans and coaches. He urged his squad to raise their game and strive for success in this year's competition.

Emery's Game of "What Have You Won?"

Emery took the opportunity to engage his players in a conversation about their past cup successes. He shared his own experiences of winning cups in France with Paris Saint-Germain and emphasized the value of sharing such experiences with the squad. Emery hopes that by painting a mental picture of winning the FA Cup, his players will be motivated to achieve success in the competition.

Aston Villa Faces Tough Challenge in FA Cup

Aston Villa will need to significantly improve their performance in the FA Cup if they want to win the competition this season. Emery acknowledged the strength of their upcoming opponents, Middlesbrough, who will be playing in the Carabao Cup semi-final against Chelsea. However, Villa is currently in a strong position in the Premier League and is motivated to make their FA Cup run a special one.

Looking to Break Records and Make History

John McGinn, who has never won an FA Cup tie with Villa, expressed his desire to break that record and contribute to the squad's success in the competition. Emery believes that understanding their motivation and respecting their opponents will be key to Aston Villa's performance in the upcoming FA Cup match against Middlesbrough.

Overall, Emery's revelation about the squad's lack of FA Cup wins has highlighted the importance of the competition for Aston Villa. The manager's efforts to motivate and inspire his players may prove instrumental in their quest for FA Cup glory.