Aston Villa are celebrating one of the greatest moments in the club’s modern history after winning the UEFA Europa League under Spanish manager Unai Emery.
Villa defeated Freiburg 3-0 in the final in Istanbul, giving Emery his fifth Europa League title as a coach and confirming his legendary status in European football.
For Aston Villa fans, this trophy means even more because it marks the club’s first major European title in decades and proves the team has returned to Europe’s elite stage.
Aston Villa Trophy History 🏅
| Competition | Titles |
|---|---|
| European Cup / Champions League | 1 |
| UEFA Europa League | 1 |
| English First Division / Premier League | 7 |
| FA Cup | 7 |
| League Cup | 5 |
| Community Shield | 1 |
Last Time Aston Villa Won Major Trophies âš˝
| Trophy | Last Won |
|---|---|
| UEFA Europa League | 2025/26 |
| League Cup | 1995/96 |
| FA Cup | 1956/57 |
| English League Title | 1980/81 |
| European Cup | 1981/82 |
Unai Emery once again showed why he is considered the king of the Europa League. Before guiding Aston Villa to glory, he had already won the competition with Sevilla three times and Villarreal once.
Villa captain John McGinn praised Emery’s obsession with details and preparation, saying the manager works harder than anyone he has ever seen.
The Spanish coach has completely transformed Aston Villa since arriving at the club, turning them from a mid-table Premier League side into European champions.
Unai Emery Europa League Record 🔥
| Club | Titles Won |
|---|---|
| Sevilla | 3 |
| Villarreal | 1 |
| Aston Villa | 1 |
| Total Europa League Titles | 5 |
The victory in Istanbul sparked massive celebrations among Aston Villa supporters, with many calling this the beginning of a new golden era for the club.
With Emery in charge, Villa fans are now dreaming even bigger about competing regularly in the Champions League and fighting for more trophies in the coming seasons.