Unai Emery proud of Aston Villa after ‘brilliant match’ against Celtic - Morgan Rogers and Ollie Watkins starred.

Unai Emery has urged his Aston Villa players to become Champions League protagonists ahead of their final league phase match against Celtic on Wednesday.

Aston Villa look a "very tired team" from their Champions League exploits so far, but it is still "worth it" says fan and host of Married to Claret and Blue podcast Rupert Pybus. Unai Emery's side have the opportunity to qualify for the Champions League top eight when they host Celtic on Wednesday night.

Aston Villa have already enjoyed a memorable return to the European stage and now Unai Emery’s side are awaiting their fate after reaching the knockout stages of the Champions League. The 1982 European champions marked their return to the continent’s top club competition by beating Bayern Munich at Villa Park,

Aston Villa are in the Champions League last 16 after beating Celtic 4-2 to claim a spot in the top 10 of the league phase table

Aston Villa Manager Unai Emery spoke to the media ahead of the UEFA Champions League clash between Villa and Celtic. Full Press Conference Courtesy of UEFA.