Aston Villa is set to face Club Brugge in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 tonight. Few fans feel Villa have a higher chances of going further into the competition despite Club Brugge’s good run of form lately. Here’s why Villa might have the upper hand:
Villa’s defense is upgraded by the return of Pau Torres, who has recovered from a foot fracture sustained in December. Manager Unai Emery also confirmed the availability of defenders Tyrone Mings and Matty Cash, along with midfielder Boubacar Kamara.
The January loan acquisitions of Marcus Rashford and Marco Asensio have make Villa’s attack look more threatening. Rashford has provided three assists, while Asensio has netted four crucial goals in recent matches. Their contributions add depth and creativity to Villa’s offensive play.
While Club Brugge has shown resilience and have a good form lately, their record against English teams is less favorable. They have recorded only one win in their last 16 encounters.
With key players returning from injury, impactful loan signings, and a strong motivation to avenge their previous loss, Aston Villa appears well-positioned to show dominance in tonight’s clash against Club Brugge.
