Emery chases first Super Cup as Aston Villa return
Aston Villa are competing in the Super Cup for the first time since 1982, while manager Unai Emery has more recent experience of the match.
Aston Villa are competing in the Super Cup for the first time since 1982.
Manager Unai Emery has more recent experience of the match.
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