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John McGinn's masterclass powers Aston Villa to a 4-0 victory against Nottingham Forest, booking their place in the Europa League final in Istanbul.
Crystal Palace secures a historic first-ever European final berth after defeating Shakhtar Donetsk 2-1 at Selhurst Park, winning 5-2 on aggregate. They will face Rayo Vallecano in Leipzig on May 27.
Aston Villa's win over Nottingham Forest sends manager Unai Emery to his record sixth Europa League final. We analyze his remarkable history in the competition and the upcoming clash against Freiburg.
The 2026 Europa League final between Freiburg and Aston Villa is set for May 20 in Istanbul. Find out the kickoff time, stadium, and where to watch the live stream.
Aston Villa secure a spot in the Europa League final with a dominant 4-0 victory over Nottingham. Manager Unai Emery will seek his fifth European title against Friburgo in Istanbul on May 20.
Aston Villa secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Nottingham in the Europa League semifinal. Manager Unai Emery will now lead his team to the final in Istanbul on May 20, seeking his fifth title in the competition.
Aston Villa, Friburgo, Crystal Palace, and Rayo Vallecano have secured their places in the upcoming UEFA Europa League and Conference League finals, setting the stage for historic showdowns in Istanbul and Leipzig.
Aston Villa have booked their place in the Europa League final after delivering a commanding performance against Nottingham Forest in a thrilling live encounter.
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins credits the manager's preparation and track record for their 4-0 second-leg victory over Nottingham Forest, securing a 4-1 aggregate win to reach the Europa League final.
German side Freiburg and English club Aston Villa will contest the 2025/2026 Europa League final at Istanbul's Tupras Stadium on May 20, 2026. Discover their paths to the final and the defending champion.
Freiburg overcame a first-leg deficit to defeat Braga 3-1 and advance to their first-ever Europa League final. They will face Aston Villa, who beat Nottingham Forest 4-0.
Aston Villa overturned a first-leg deficit to defeat Nottingham Forest 4-0 in the Europa League semi-final second leg, securing a 4-1 aggregate victory and a place in the final.
Aston Villa secured a 4-0 second-leg win over Nottingham Forest, advancing to the Europa League final. Goals from Buendía, McGinn, and Watkins sealed the tie. Villa will face Freiburg in Istanbul.
Eight teams compete for final spots in Europa League and Conference League semi-finals. Aston Villa, Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Shakhtar Donetsk must overturn first-leg deficits to advance.
Aston Villa produced a dominant 4-0 second-leg victory over Nottingham Forest, winning 4-1 on aggregate to book their place in the Europa League final in Istanbul.
Freiburg and Aston Villa secured their spots in the 2025/2026 Europa League final after winning their semi-final second legs on May 7. The final will be held in Istanbul on May 20.
Freiburg overcame a first-leg deficit to defeat Braga 3-1 in the Europa League semi-final second leg, securing a spot in the final against Aston Villa.
Aston Villa secured a dominant 4-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in the second leg of their Europa League semi-final, overturning a first-leg deficit to book their place in the final against Freiburg.
Aston Villa cruised to a 4-0 win against Nottingham Forest, booking their place in the Europa League final. Belgian stars Youri Tielemans and Amadou Onana will feature in the showpiece event.
SC Freiburg reaches its first-ever European final, defeating Braga 3-1 in the Europa League semi-final second leg after a crucial early red card for the visitors.