Aston Villa Win 3-1 Against Bologna

Apr 9, 2026, 22:34

Introduction

Aston Villa played Bologna in the Europa League. Aston Villa won 3-1. This was the first game of the quarter-final.

Main Body

The game was in Italy. Bologna played well at the start. They almost scored a goal, but the referee said it was offside. Then, Aston Villa scored. Ezri Konsa scored the first goal. In the second half, Ollie Watkins scored a second goal. Bologna scored one goal late in the game. But Ollie Watkins scored again in the last minute. Aston Villa won 3-1. Manager Unai Emery said the result was great. He said his team was a bit scared in the first half.

Conclusion

Aston Villa is now in a strong position. They want to reach the semi-final. They will play the second game at their own stadium.

Vocabulary Learning

manager
The person who leads and trains the team經理/教練
Example:The manager said the result was great.
offside
A rule in football where a player is too far forward越位
Example:The referee said the player was offside.
position
A place or a situation位置/處境
Example:They want to reach the semi-final.
stadium
A large building where sports games are played體育場
Example:They will play the second game at their own stadium.
won
To be the best or have the most points in a game贏
Example:Aston Villa won the game 3-1.