Jhon Duran’s impressive form for Aston Villa continues as he scored in their 2-0 Champions League victory over Bologna, marking his first start at Villa Park in 11 months. Despite his goal, Duran expressed frustration at being substituted immediately afterward, kicking the back of a dugout seat. However, Villa manager Unai Emery showed no concern over the outburst, emphasizing that he manages the players’ reactions and keeps everything “under control.”
Duran’s impact this season has been remarkable, with seven goals in all competitions, including strikes in the Premier League, Champions League, and Carabao Cup. His goalscoring ability has added strong competition for Villa’s center-forward role alongside Ollie Watkins, who has scored five goals himself this season.
Despite Duran’s moment of frustration, his teammate Youri Tielemans commented on his positive personality, calling him “really funny,” while acknowledging that his reaction was just part of the competitive nature of the game. Emery also highlighted the importance of maintaining respect and maturity within the team.
Looking forward, Villa’s options in attack appear well-balanced, with both Duran and Watkins capable of leading the line. Emery hinted at the possibility of playing both strikers together in future matches, giving Villa a dynamic attacking threat as they continue their strong start to the season.
