Lille 2-1 Aston Villa: Martinez Spot-Kick Drama Sends Villa to Europa Conference League Semis
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McGinn's Heroics in First-Leg Victory
Goals from Ollie Watkins and John McGinn gave Aston Villa a crucial away victory in the first leg of their Europa Conference League quarter-final against Lille. Villa, under the guidance of experienced manager Unai Emery, will take a 2-1 lead back to France for the second leg.
Martinez Spot-Kick Drama
Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was at the center of a controversial penalty decision in the dying moments of the game. Lille was awarded a spot-kick for a foul in the box, but Martinez saved the initial effort from Jonathan David. However, the referee ordered a retake due to encroachment, which David duly converted.
Emery Reaches 1000-Game Milestone
The match marked a significant milestone for Aston Villa manager Unai Emery, who coached his 1000th game at the professional level. Emery has a wealth of experience in European competition and will be aiming to guide Villa to a deep run in the Europa Conference League this season.
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