Emery views Aston Villa-PSG clash as a test before Super Cup
Villa arrive with several squad changes, but Emery says preseason has gone well and the trophy remains the target.
Aston Villa coach Unai Emery said the match against Paris Saint-Germain in the European Super Cup at Red Bull Arena, Salzburg, on Wednesday night local time would be a good test for his team. Emery said the game mattered not only because of the trophy at stake, but also to measure Villa's ability, fitness and current squad makeup. He acknowledged PSG were favored, but said Villa did not want to waste the opportunity. Emery also said his side had a good preseason and continued to work on improving performance. He said the match was an important moment for the careers of the coach, players and club after a long fight to reach the competition.