Time is running out for Unai Emery to get Villa's affairs in order before the opening game of the 2025/2026 Premier League season .

The club will square off against two worthy European opponents before kicking off their campaign, which starts with a tough test at home to Newcastle United on August 16.

Tests against both Marseille and Villarreal could potentially offer the opportunity for recent arrival Evann Guessand to gain some minutes .

Last season saw Villa reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League, putting in a valiant effort against eventual winners PSG, while narrowly missing out on another Champions League spot in the Premier League, finishing sixth.

Emery will want to continue building upon his impressive tenure so far in the Villa Park dugout, and the upcoming Mar

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