Aston Villa manager Unai Emery acknowledged his team has "work to do" to reach the level of Europe's elite following their UEFA Champions League match against Barcelona at the Spotify Camp Nou on November 4, 2026.
Emery's comments came after the Villans faced the Catalan giants in a group-stage encounter. The Spanish tactician emphasized the gap between his developing squad and the continent's established powerhouses.
The match at Camp Nou provided a benchmark for Villa's progress in their return to Europe's premier club competition. Emery, a four-time Europa League winner, is tasked with guiding the club through a challenging Champions League campaign.
