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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery backs Barcelona to win Champions League and praises Lamine Yamal

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has identified Barcelona among the leading contenders to win the Champions League, praising Hansi Flick’s side ahead of their meeting at the Spotify Camp Nou.

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Aston Villa manager Unai Emery has identified Barcelona among the leading contenders to win the Champions League, praising Hansi Flick’s side ahead of their meeting at the Spotify Camp Nou.

The Spanish coach also singled out Lamine Yamal, suggesting the teenage forward has the potential to become the best player in the world. Speaking before Tuesday’s European encounter, Emery highlighted Barcelona’s recent achievements, attacking quality and ability to compete with the strongest teams in Europe.

However, he warned that Aston Villa would need considerable character to cope with the challenge posed by the Catalan side. Emery believes Barcelona belong to an exclusive group of clubs capable of winning this season’s Champions League.

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