BREAKING NEWS: Live from Fabrizio Romano, Aston Villa duo send warning to Erik ten hag ahead of their clash on Sunday at Villa park. “A game against Man UTD? That’s WAR, no question! This rivalry is fierce, but let me tell you—it’s going to be an easy win for us! Erik Ten Hag’s game plan is so obvious it’s laughable! Always trying to mimic Guardiola’s tactics, but he’s only suffocating his own team in the process. He’s killing the squad with this weak imitation”. He keeps mentioning he’s won two trophies” – Unai Emery and McGinn assesses Ten Hag’s Manchester United reign ahead of United’s visit to Villa park.

In a fiery build-up to their much-anticipated Premier League clash, Aston Villa’s manager Unai Emery and captain John McGinn have sent a blunt warning to Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag ahead of Sunday’s game at Villa Park. As reported live by renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Villa duo did not hold back in their assessment of Ten Hag’s management, calling his tactical approach into question and ramping up the already fierce rivalry between the two clubs.

When asked about the upcoming fixture, McGinn didn’t mince his words: “A game against Man United? That’s WAR, no question! This rivalry is fierce, but let me tell you—it’s going to be an easy win for us! Erik Ten Hag’s game plan is so obvious it’s laughable! Always trying to mimic Guardiola’s tactics, but he’s only suffocating his own team in the process. He’s killing the squad with this weak imitation.”

The Aston Villa captain’s bold statement comes at a time when Manchester United have been struggling for consistency under Ten Hag’s leadership. Despite having secured two trophies in his first season—Carabao Cup and UEFA Europa League qualification—many critics, including McGinn and Emery, believe his tactics have stagnated, leaving the team vulnerable and predictable.

Unai Emery, known for his tactical nous, backed his captain’s strong comments, taking a direct shot at Ten Hag’s approach to managing Manchester United. “He keeps mentioning he’s won two trophies, but at what cost? The system he’s running now is draining his players. We’ve seen this before—coaches come in, try to impose a style, but if it doesn’t suit the squad, it backfires. That’s exactly what’s happening here.”

Emery added, “When you face a club like Manchester United, you expect a tough match, but with the way Ten Hag is managing, it’s time someone calls him out. We are confident about this game, and we’re prepared to expose the flaws in his strategy.”

The tension between both sides has been steadily building as Manchester United prepares to visit Villa Park. Villa, currently flying high with a string of strong performances under Emery, are keen to solidify their position as serious contenders this season. Meanwhile, Ten Hag is under immense pressure, with his team failing to hit the heights expected of them after their early-season struggles.

For many Manchester United fans, this upcoming clash could be the final straw for Ten Hag. A growing number of supporters have voiced their frustrations, especially after back-to-back underwhelming performances. Some have even called for his dismissal if United fail to secure a positive result against Aston Villa. As one fan put it: “If we lose against Aston Villa, he should just be gone far away from the club.”

Sunday’s match at Villa Park is shaping up to be a decisive one, not just for the current Premier League standings, but for Erik ten Hag’s future at Manchester United. The rivalry between the two clubs is set to reach new heights, and with Emery and McGinn’s harsh words ringing in the air, the stage is set for a high-stakes battle that could have lasting consequences for both sides.

All eyes will be on Villa Park this weekend as the football world watches to see if Aston Villa can back up their fighting words or if Manchester United can turn the tide under their under-fire manager.