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'No excuses' - but is Villa's stadium rebuild affecting team?

'No excuses' - but is Villa's stadium rebuild affecting team?

Summary

Aston Villa is rebuilding the North Stand of their stadium, which is closed for construction and expected to be finished next year. During this time, the team has not won any home games this season, but the coach says the players must focus on improving their game regardless of the stadium situation.

Key Facts

  • Aston Villa’s North Stand is being rebuilt to increase the stadium capacity to over 50,000 seats.
  • The construction has led to fewer fans attending home games, with about 7,000 fewer supporters.
  • Villa has not won a home match this season, drawing 2-2 against Brentford recently.
  • Head coach Unai Emery says the team must improve their play and not make excuses about the stadium situation.
  • Villa has had strong home performances in recent years, especially in European competitions.
  • Defender Matty Cash acknowledges the stadium work makes things different but insists the team can handle it.
  • The rebuild aims to improve the club’s financial position in the Premier League over time.
  • Villa faces Fenerbahce next in the Champions League at their home stadium.
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