Aston Villa vs Bologna Prediction, Preview and Stats

Europe flag 2025/2026 Europa League, Europe
Villa Park Thu, 16 Apr - 7:00 PM
Europa League
Aston Villa AVL
4 Winner 0
Bologna BOL
Full Time Thu, 16 Apr 7:00 PM
Quarter Finals Leg 2 of 2 Aggregate : 7 - 1
Ezri Konsa - 89'
Morgan Rogers - 39'
Emiliano Buendía - 26'
Ollie Watkins - 16'
Goal
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CONTEXT

Aston Villa produced a clinical 4-0 demolition of Bologna in the second leg of their knockout tie, transforming an already commanding 7-1 aggregate lead entering the match into an 11-1 rout. The hosts surged to a 3-0 halftime advantage, with Bologna unable to respond despite enjoying 54% possession. No red cards disrupted play, allowing Villa's superior organization and finishing to shine through. As the designated stronger team, they capitalized relentlessly, adding a fourth goal post-interval without second-half adjustments needed. This performance reflected minimal structural deviation and efficiency in line with forecasts, underscoring Villa's dominance in the two-legged affair that began with a 3-1 first-leg win away at Bologna seven days prior.

TL;DR

  • Structural deviation: Structural deviation measured minimal at 2.4% in Aston Villa's favor.
  • Efficiency shift: Efficiency shift aligned precisely with pre-match projections.
  • xG alignment: xG alignment assessment unavailable due to missing data.
  • Market alignment: Market fully aligned with Aston Villa's comprehensive victory.
  • xG expectations: xG expectations could not be evaluated without available metrics.
  • Event impact: No second-half adjustments or knockout events significantly influenced the outcome.
  • Red card distortion: Zero red cards ensured no distortion to natural match flow.
No standings statistics available.
No head-to-head records found.
0.5+ goals: 85%
1.5+ goals: 70%
2.5+ goals: 50%
3.5+ goals: 25%
Confidence: High (≥8 matches)

Quality vs Volume

Home: xG 1.8, Shots 12, xG/Shot 0.15
Away: xG 1.5, Shots 14, xG/Shot 0.11

Open Play vs Set Play

Open Play: 65%
Set Play: 35%

Expected Points

TeamxPts
Home1.8
Away1.2
ℹ️ Methodology: Expected Goals (xG) measures shot quality

Match referee

J. Sánchez Martínez

25 matches in sample
Avg. cards 0.12
Fouls / match 0.52
Yellow cards / match 0.12
Red cards / match 0
Penalties / match 0

Other match officials

R. Cabañero Martínez

1st Assistant

I. Prieto López de Ceraín

2nd Assistant

J. Munuera Montero

4th Official

Aston Villa U. Emery Etxegoien
U. Emery Etxegoien
VS
Bologna V. Italiano
V. Italiano
2.67
Avg Points / Game (Last 100 Matches)
2.18
3 i
Last 6 Opponents
Bologna Rank: W
LOSC Lille Rank: W
LOSC Lille Rank: W
Salzburg Rank: W
Fenerbahçe Rank: W
Basel Rank: W
Avg Points / Game (Last 6 Matches)
2.17 i
Last 6 Opponents
Aston Villa Rank: L
Roma Rank: W
Roma Rank: D
Brann Rank: W
Brann Rank: W
Maccabi Tel Aviv Rank: W
3
Head to Head (Wins - Draws - Losses)
3 - 0 - 0
0

Win Probabilities

Live Win Probability (90 Min)
Home Aston Villa
97.6%
Draw
1.91%
Away Bologna
0.49%

Team Power Ranking

i
What is Power Ranking?
Power score: composite of opponent-weighted form (last 6 & 20 games) and league position over last 3 seasons.
36.35
30.03
0 (Weakest) 100 (Strongest)
Metric
Aston Villa
Bologna
Power Score
36.35
30.03
League Position
2
10
Global Rank
-
-

Form Analysis Opponent-Weighted

Line chart of recent results (points/trend). Friendlies excluded by default. Hover for opponent, result, xG/xGA and power ranking — based on last 6 matches.

–
vs
Aston Villa — Opponent-weighted form score
Bologna — Opponent-weighted form score
Win (3 pts) Draw (1 pt) Loss (0 pts) Aston Villa Bologna

Heatmaps Ball coordinates

Attack and defence zones from ball position data. Filters: last 6 matches (overall/home/away), time period, competition.

–
vs

Aston Villa

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Bologna

Left / Center / Right —
Opposition half density —
vs season average —

Possession Efficiency Possession-Adjusted

How effectively each team uses and defends their share of possession. Efficiency adjusted based on team possession percentage

Aston Villa ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy Bologna
Attacking Efficiency
Higher is better
Attacking Efficiency
31.63
25.00
Defensive Efficiency
Lower is better
Defensive Efficiency
25.00
31.63
Combined Efficiency Index Z-score combining attacking and defensive possession-adjusted efficiency.
Positive = above league average.
Negative = below league average.
Formula: EfficiencyIndex = z(AttackEff) − z(DefenceEff)
-3 0 3
Aston Villa +0.67 Efficiency Index
vs
Bologna -0.67 Efficiency Index
xG data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using shots and dangerous attacks (proxy). Confidence: Medium.
Aston Villa
Bologna
AttackEff = xG ÷ pos
DefenceEff = xGA ÷ (1−pos)

Set Pieces Efficiency Attack & Defence

Set-piece reliance and strength using expected metrics and actual outcomes for each team.

Aston Villa ⚠ Proxy
vs
⚠ Proxy Bologna
Created Set-piece attacking threat
Aston Villa Bologna
Set-piece xG Share Share of total expected goals generated from set pieces. Higher = more set-piece reliant in attack.
—
—
Goals per Match Average set-piece goals scored per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xG) Goals scored minus set-piece xG. Positive = overperforming; Negative = underperforming expectations.
— vs —
Conceded Set-piece defensive exposure
Aston Villa Bologna
Set-piece xGA Share Share of total expected goals conceded from set pieces. Higher = more exposed to set pieces defensively.
—
—
Conceded per Match Average set-piece goals conceded per match.
0.00 0.00
vs Expected (xGA) Goals conceded minus set-piece xGA. Positive = conceding more than expected (bad); Negative = conceding less than expected (good).
— vs —
xG set-piece data unavailable for both teams. Values estimated using proxy metrics (shots, dangerous attacks). Confidence: Medium.
Aston Villa
Bologna
xG Share = set-piece xG ÷ total xG
vs Expected = goals − set-piece xG

Counter / Transition Attack & Defence

What happens in the 15 seconds immediately after possession changes hands — based on Last 6 matches.

–
Aston Villa
vs
Bologna
Attack After Winning Possession transition → offence
Aston Villa Bologna
Goals per Match Average goals scored within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Shots per Match Average shots taken within 15s of winning the ball per match. ↑ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Average dangerous attacks launched within 15s of winning possession per match. ↑ better
—
—
Transition Efficiency Index Composite score (0–1) of how efficiently this team attacks within 15s of winning the ball. Higher = more dangerous on transition. Higher = stronger on the counter
Aston Villa 0.42
Bologna 0.22
Defence After Losing Possession loss → defensive exposure
Aston Villa Bologna
Goals Conceded Average goals conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Shots Conceded Average shots conceded within 15s of losing the ball per match. ↓ better
—
—
Dangerous Attacks Conceded Average dangerous attacks allowed within 15s of losing possession per match. ↓ better
—
—
Vulnerability Index Composite score (0–1) of how exposed this team is within 15s of losing the ball. Lower = better at preventing transition attacks. Lower = better transition defence
Aston Villa 0.00
Bologna 0.13
Aston Villa
Bologna
Window = 15s post-possession change
Index = 0–1 composite score

PRESSURE INDEX

Momentum phases from smoothed minute-by-minute pressure.

  • AVL had peak pressure around 27'.
  • BOL started the game with stronger pressure.
AVL Pressure BOL Pressure
⚡
Pressure Index: AVL reached the top pressure at 27' (100.00).

Team Head to Head Last 6 Seasons

Summary of 3 matches between these sides — filtered by competition and venue context.

Aston Villa AVL Home
3 matches
Bologna BOL Away
Match Record
3
Wins
0
0
Draws
0
0
Losses
3
Goals
6
Goals Scored
1
1
Goals Conceded
6
+5
Goal Difference
-5

Data last updated: 2026-04-17T00:01:09+00:00

STARTING XI

Match Formation 4-2-3-1
Match Formation 4-2-3-1
Pitch
D. Martínez
Argentina
23 D. Martínez
M. Cash
Poland
2 M. Cash
E. Konsa Ngoyo
England
4 E. Konsa Ngoyo
P. Francisco Torres
Spain
14 P. Francisco Torres
L. Digne
France
12 L. Digne
A. Mvom Onana
Substitution
Belgium
24 A. Mvom Onana
Y. Tielemans
Substitution
Belgium
8 Y. Tielemans
J. McGinn
Substitution
Scotland
7 J. McGinn
M. Rogers
Substitution
England
27 M. Rogers
E. Buendía
Argentina
10 E. Buendía
O. Watkins
Substitution
England
11 O. Watkins
Pitch
F. Ravaglia
Italy
13 F. Ravaglia
J. Neto Lopes
Substitution
Portugal
17 J. Neto Lopes
N. Casale
Substitution
Italy
16 N. Casale
M. Vitík
Czech Republic
41 M. Vitík
J. Miranda González
Spain
33 J. Miranda González
N. Moro
Croatia
6 N. Moro
R. Freuler
Substitution
Switzerland
8 R. Freuler
J. Rowe
England
11 J. Rowe
L. Ferguson
Scotland
19 L. Ferguson
F. Bernardeschi
Substitution
Italy
10 F. Bernardeschi
S. Castro
Substitution
Argentina
9 S. Castro

General Information

Date & Time :
Apr 16, 2026, 07:00 PM
Competition :
2025/2026 Europa League, Europe · Quarter Finals · Leg 2 of 2 · Aggregate : 7 - 1
Stadium :
Villa Park
Capacity :
42640
Pitch Surface :
Grass
Weather :
☀️ 12°C, Fair
Referees :
Raúl Cabañero Martínez
Iñigo Prieto López de Ceraín
José Luis Munuera Montero
José María Sánchez Martínez

Statistics

Possession
AVL
47%
BOL
53%

Top Statistics

4 Goals 0
4 Big Chances Created 0
11 Shots 6
31 Dangerous attacks 50
46 Possession 54
4 Corners 2
17 Free kicks 13
0 Yellow Cards 1

Match Overview

13 Throwins 9
14 Successful Dribbles Percentage 13
11 Successful Headers 11
1 Successful Dribbles 1
8 Goal Kicks 1
7 Dribble Attempts 8
4 Assists 0
1 Penalties 0
61 Ball Safe 52
7 Goal Attempts 4
5 Substitutions 5
0 Injuries 1

Attacking

53 Attacks 86
1 Big Chances Missed 0

Possession

320 Passes 382
12 Key Passes 9
257 Successful Passes 333
80 Successful Passes Percentage 87
49 Long Passes 35
51 Successful Long Passes Percentage 57
25 Successful Long Passes 20

Defensive

5 Interceptions 9
42 Duels Won 36
14 Tackles 11
3 Saves 3

Build-up

8 Total Crosses 16
1 Accurate Crosses 4

Discipline

13 Fouls 17
0 Offsides 1

Lineup

Referee : José María Sánchez Martínez

Starting XI ▼

23
Emiliano Martínez
Emiliano Martínez Goalkeeper
7
2
Matty Cash
Matty Cash Defender
6.64
4
Ezri Konsa
Ezri Konsa Defender
7.07
12
Lucas Digne
Lucas Digne Defender
6.66
14
Pau Torres
Pau Torres Defender
6.89
7
John McGinn
John McGinn Midfielder
6.89
31
Leon Bailey
Leon Bailey
Attacker64'
6.98
8
Youri Tielemans
Youri Tielemans Midfielder
7.39
21
Douglas Luiz
Douglas Luiz
Midfielder74'
7.02
10
Emiliano Buendía
Emiliano Buendía Midfielder
6.9
24
Amadou Onana
Amadou Onana Midfielder
7.15
26
Lamare Bogarde
Lamare Bogarde
Midfielder78'
6.79
27
Morgan Rogers
Morgan Rogers Midfielder
6.95
19
Jadon Sancho
Jadon Sancho
Attacker74'
6.92
11
Ollie Watkins
Ollie Watkins Attacker
6.78
18
Tammy Abraham
Tammy Abraham
Attacker64'
6.99
Referee : José María Sánchez Martínez

Starting XI ▼

13
Federico Ravaglia
Federico Ravaglia Goalkeeper
6.43
16
Nicolò Casale
Nicolò Casale Defender
6.85
14
Torbjørn Heggem
Torbjørn Heggem
Defender82'
6.73
17
João Mário
João Mário Defender
6.71
20
Nadir Zortea
Nadir Zortea
Defender46'
6.87
33
Juan Miranda
Juan Miranda Defender
7.32
41
Martin Vitík
Martin Vitík Defender
6.69
6
Nikola Moro
Nikola Moro Midfielder
7.25
8
Remo Freuler
Remo Freuler Midfielder
6.88
23
Simon Sohm
Simon Sohm
Midfielder46'
6.38
10
Federico Bernardeschi
Federico Bernardeschi Midfielder
7.21
7
Riccardo Orsolini
Riccardo Orsolini
Attacker46'
6.91
11
Jonathan Rowe
Jonathan Rowe Midfielder
7.2
19
Lewis Ferguson
Lewis Ferguson Midfielder
6.87
9
Santiago Castro
Santiago Castro Attacker
6.87
21
Jens Odgaard
Jens Odgaard
Attacker76'
6.99

Events

2ND-HALF
Event
Ezri Konsa
Right foot shot / 4th Goal
89'
82'
Event
Torbjørn Heggem → Nicolò Casale
10th Substitution
Event
Lamare Bogarde → Amadou Onana
9th Substitution
78'
76'
Event
Jens Odgaard → Santiago Castro
8th Substitution
Event
Douglas Luiz → Youri Tielemans
6th Substitution
74'
Event
Jadon Sancho → Morgan Rogers
7th Substitution
74'
Event
Tammy Abraham → Ollie Watkins
4th Substitution
64'
Event
Leon Bailey → John McGinn
5th Substitution
64'
46'
Event
Riccardo Orsolini → Federico Bernardeschi
1st Substitution
46'
Event
Simon Sohm → Remo Freuler
2nd Substitution
46'
Event
Nadir Zortea → João Mário
3rd Substitution
1ST-HALF
Event
Morgan Rogers
Left foot shot / 3rd Goal
39'
29'
Event
Federico Bernardeschi
Foul / 1st Yellowcard
Event
Emiliano Buendía
Right foot shot / 2nd Goal
26'
Event
Morgan Rogers
GoalkeeperSave
25'
Event
Morgan Rogers
Penalty awarded
23'
Event
Ollie Watkins
Right foot shot / 1st Goal
16'

Match Commentary

90
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated there will be no added time.
90
Update Update
The second half ends with Aston Villa winning 4-0 against Bologna.
89
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Aston Villa 4, Bologna 0. Ezri Konsa scores for Aston Villa with a right-footed shot from the center of the box into the left corner, assisted by Tammy Abraham after a corner.
88
Corner Corner
Aston Villa wins a corner after Juan Miranda concedes.
88
Attempt Attempt
Leon Bailey's left-footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. Jadon Sancho provided the assist.
87
Attempt Attempt
Lewis Ferguson's shot for Bologna from the center of the box is blocked.
86
Corner Corner
Bologna wins a corner after Lucas Digne concedes.
86
Corner Corner
Bologna is awarded a corner after Lucas Digne concedes.
82
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Bologna: Torbjørn Heggem replaces Nicolò Casale due to injury.
81
Corner Corner
Lucas Digne of Aston Villa attempts an attack with a left-footed shot from the center of the box, but Federico Ravaglia of Bologna saves it in the left corner. The assist came from Leon Bailey.
78
Update Update
Jens Odgaard of Bologna won a free kick in defense.
78
Update Update
Foul committed by Simon Sohm of Bologna.
78
Update Update
Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
78
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: Lamare Bogarde replaces Amadou Onana.
78
Update Update
Douglas Luiz from Aston Villa committed a foul.
76
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Bologna: Jens Odgaard replaces Santiago Castro.
74
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: Jadon Sancho replaces Morgan Rogers.
74
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: Douglas Luiz replaces Youri Tielemans.
68
Attempt Attempt
New attacking attempt. Nikola Moro from Bologna takes a right-footed shot from outside the box, but it's saved.
65
Update Update
Foul committed by Jonathan Rowe for Bologna.
65
Update Update
Matty Cash from Aston Villa won a free kick in the defensive area.
64
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: Tammy Abraham replaces Ollie Watkins.
64
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Aston Villa: Leon Bailey replaces John McGinn.
62
Update Update
Nicolò Casale from Bologna won a free kick in defense.
62
Update Update
Foul committed by Pau Torres of Aston Villa.
61
Update Update
Foul committed by Lewis Ferguson for Bologna.
61
Update Update
Ollie Watkins of Aston Villa won a free kick in an attacking position.
58
Update Update
Nicolò Casale fouled a Bologna player.
58
Update Update
Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
56
Update Update
Offside called against Bologna. Riccardo Orsolini is offside.
56
Attempt Attempt
Santiago Castro from Bologna missed a header from the center of the box. The assist came from Juan Miranda's cross.
55
Update Update
Handball by Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa.
54
Update Update
Foul committed by Martin Vitík of Bologna.
54
Update Update
Ollie Watkins from Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
53
Update Update
Emiliano Buendía from Aston Villa won a free kick in the attacking area.
53
Update Update
Nadir Zortea commits a foul against Bologna.
52
Attempt Attempt
Riccardo Orsolini's left-footed shot from the center of the box is blocked. The assist came from Santiago Castro.
52
Corner Corner
Bologna is awarded a corner after Pau Torres concedes.
52
Corner Corner
Juan Miranda from Bologna misses a chance, shooting with his left foot from outside the box, but the ball goes high and wide to the right after a corner.
50
Update Update
Nikola Moro of Bologna won a free kick in the attacking area.
50
Update Update
Santiago Castro from Bologna misses a chance, shooting with his right foot from outside the box but sending it high. The assist was provided by Simon Sohm.
50
Update Update
Foul committed by Amadou Onana of Aston Villa.
48
Update Update
There is a delay in the match due to an injury to Martin Vitík from Bologna.
45
Update Update
The fourth official has indicated there will be 2 minutes of added time.
45
Update Update
The first half ends with Aston Villa leading Bologna 3-0.
45
Update Update
Federico Bernardeschi of Bologna won a free kick in defense.
45
Update Update
Foul committed by Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa.
45
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Bologna: Simon Sohm replaces Remo Freuler.
45
Update Update
Foul committed by Lewis Ferguson for Bologna.
45
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Bologna: Riccardo Orsolini replaces Federico Bernardeschi.
45
Update Update
Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
45
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Bologna: Nadir Zortea replaces João Mário.
45
Substitution Substitution
Substitution for Bologna: Riccardo Orsolini replaces Federico Bernardeschi.
44
Corner Corner
Aston Villa wins a corner after Martin Vitík concedes.
43
Update Update
Foul committed by João Mário against Bologna.
43
Update Update
John McGinn of Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
41
Corner Corner
Aston Villa is awarded a corner after Martin Vitík concedes.
39
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Morgan Rogers scores for Aston Villa with a left-footed shot from the left side of the box. The score is now Aston Villa 3, Bologna 0.
34
Update Update
Foul committed by Lucas Digne of Aston Villa.
34
Update Update
Foul committed by Lucas Digne of Aston Villa.
31
Update Update
Federico Bernardeschi won a free kick for Bologna in defense.
31
Update Update
Foul committed by Amadou Onana of Aston Villa.
31
Update Update
Santiago Castro from Bologna won a free kick in an attacking position.
30
Attempt Attempt
Lucas Digne's left-footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Youri Tielemans provided the assist.
29
Yellow Card Yellow Card Important
Federico Bernardeschi of Bologna receives a yellow card for a foul.
29
Update Update
Fouled by Federico Bernardeschi of Bologna.
29
Update Update
Foul committed by Juan Miranda for Bologna.
29
Update Update
Amadou Onana of Aston Villa won a free kick in an attacking position.
29
Update Update
Emiliano Buendía of Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
28
Update Update
Foul committed by João Mário against Bologna.
28
Update Update
John McGinn of Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
26
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Aston Villa leads 2-0 against Bologna. Emiliano Buendía scores with a right-footed shot from a difficult position on the left into the left corner, assisted by Lucas Digne.
25
Corner Corner
Penalty saved! Morgan Rogers of Aston Villa had his right-footed shot saved in the left corner by Federico Ravaglia of Bologna.
23
Update Update
VAR decision results in a penalty for Aston Villa.
22
Update Update
There is a delay in the match as Bologna is being checked by VAR.
22
Update Update
VAR is checking a penalty for Aston Villa.
22
Update Update
There is a delay in the match as Bologna is being checked by VAR.
21
Attempt Attempt
New attacking attempt. Federico Bernardeschi from Bologna takes a left-footed shot from outside the box, which is saved.
20
Update Update
Federico Bernardeschi of Bologna won a free kick in defense.
20
Update Update
Foul by Lucas Digne of Aston Villa.
19
Corner Corner
Aston Villa wins a corner after Federico Ravaglia concedes.
19
Attempt Attempt
Ollie Watkins' shot from the center of the box is blocked. The assist came from Morgan Rogers.
19
Corner Corner
Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa attempts an attack, shooting with his right foot from the left side of the box, but the shot is saved in the right corner. Amadou Onana provides the assist.
16
GOAL! GOAL! Important
Goal! Aston Villa leads Bologna 1-0. Ollie Watkins scores with a right-footed shot from a few meters to the center of the goal, assisted by Morgan Rogers.
15
Update Update
Youri Tielemans of Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
15
Update Update
Foul committed by Santiago Castro of Bologna.
14
Update Update
Matty Cash from Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
14
Update Update
Foul committed by Jonathan Rowe - Bologna.
12
Attempt Attempt
New attacking attempt. Federico Bernardeschi from Bologna takes a left-footed shot from outside the box, but it's saved in the top center of the goal by Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa.
11
Update Update
Foul committed by Pau Torres of Aston Villa.
11
Update Update
Santiago Castro from Bologna won a free kick in defense.
9
Attempt Attempt
Jonathan Rowe's shot for Bologna from the left side of the box is blocked.
9
Update Update
Foul committed by Lewis Ferguson of Bologna.
9
Update Update
Lucas Digne of Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
8
Update Update
Pau Torres from Aston Villa misses a chance, shooting with his left foot from outside the box, but the ball goes high. Morgan Rogers provided the assist.
7
Update Update
Foul committed by Youri Tielemans of Aston Villa.
7
Update Update
Federico Bernardeschi won a free kick for Bologna on the right wing.
6
Update Update
Foul committed by Jonathan Rowe - Bologna.
6
Update Update
Amadou Onana from Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
5
Update Update
Federico Bernardeschi of Bologna won a free kick on the right wing.
5
Update Update
Foul by Lucas Digne of Aston Villa.
3
Update Update
Santiago Castro of Bologna won a free kick in defense.
3
Attempt Attempt
Emiliano Buendía's right-footed shot from the left side of the box is blocked. Ollie Watkins provided the assist.
3
Update Update
Pau Torres fouls an Aston Villa player.
2
Update Update
Foul committed by John McGinn of Aston Villa.
2
Update Update
João Mário from Bologna won a free kick in defense.
1
Update Update
Amadou Onana of Aston Villa won a free kick in defense.
1
Update Update
Foul committed by Lewis Ferguson of Bologna.

CONCLUSION

Aston Villa's 4-0 thrashing of Bologna sealed a resounding aggregate triumph, affirming their status as tournament frontrunners. The blistering halftime lead and sustained pressure exposed Bologna's frailties, even with superior possession. Minimal deviations and perfect market alignment highlight the predictability of Villa's superiority, unmarred by cards or disruptions. This display of efficiency positions Emery's squad strongly for advancement, blending defensive solidity with ruthless attack in ideal fashion.

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