In a highly anticipated Champions League clash, Aston Villa will take on Bayern Munich at Villa Park, marking the Villans’ return to European nights after many years.
Both teams are coming into this fixture having won their opening group games.
Villa’s remarkable resurgence under manager Unai Emery, after being in the Premier League relegation zone in 2022, has brought them to the top four and back into the Champions League.
Villa’s standout striker, Ollie Watkins expressed excitement about this opportunity, calling it a childhood dream while Villa fans and players alike are eager to experience Champions League football again.
Watkins, who has been in excellent form, highlighted the importance of enjoying this moment without underestimating their capabilities.
Bayern Munich, led by former Burnley coach, Vincent Kompany, face concerns over the fitness of star striker, Harry Kane, who suffered an ankle injury in their recent Bundesliga match.
Kompany stated that a final decision on Kane’s availability will be made just before the match.
Villa will be looking to make the most of their home advantage, while Bayern, despite their injury concerns, remain one of the competition’s top sides.
By Timi-Zacchaeus Oluwaferanmi.
