{
  "id": 591176,
  "title": "Villa's Emery eyes Super Cup success against PSG despite depleted squad",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/11/villas-emery-eyes-super-cup-success-against-psg-despite-depleted-squad",
  "topic": "ai",
  "section": "AI",
  "published": "2026-08-11T18:42:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/sport/villas-emery-eyes-super-cup-success-against-psg-despite-depleted-squad-6312886"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Aston Villa manager Unai Emery is focused on securing a UEFA Super Cup victory against Paris St Germain, despite facing a depleted squad. The club clinched their first major trophy in 30 years last season by winning the Europa League, securing Emery his fifth title with the team. Villa's triumph echoed their European Cup triumph in 1982 and their subsequent Super Cup win. Emery expressed satisfaction with his players' response to the team's goals and their aspirations to build a strong mentality. He reiterated his desire to achieve more, emphasizing the club's determination to progress. Villa's squad alterations, including the departures of players such as Youri Tielemans, Morgan Rogers, Jadon Sancho, and Douglas Luiz, and injuries to key members like Amadou Onana and Johan Manzambi, have further emphasized the challenge Emery faces. The manager acknowledged the responsibility placed upon him and his players, stating that the club remains committed to growth and success. Both Villa and PSG will enter the match with limited personnel, as several players are resting post-World Cup. Emery reaffirmed the team's commitment to overcoming these obstacles and delivering a strong performance.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "Unai Emery aims for UEFA Super Cup win against PSG",
    "Villa achieved Europa League title last season, fifth overall",
    "Squad changes and injuries present challenges for Emery"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}