Emery will not bow to any external demands to declare Villa are in the title race. However, the stats tell a story as their only Premier League defeat since August came against Liverpool in October and since then Villa have won six straight top-flight games. "We are not feeling under pressure, we are feeling ambitious and we try to challenge in Europe and in the Premier League," Emery said after that win. "Enjoy each match, try to prepare then rest. Emery has been careful to avoid putting any additional spotlight on his Villa players.

Source: BBC December 21, 2025 13:09 UTC