Winless Villa and Spurs face telling early showdown
Aston Villa and Tottenham are winless in the Premier League - and both in need of inspiration as they prepare to face each other on Saturday.
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"This break is crazy because it's three weeks. I don't like to be three weeks but we must accept it."
— Unai Emery , Athlete
Key People
A young Senegalese footballer who became the fourth youngest goalscorer in World Cup history.
John McGinn is a Scottish footballer playing as a midfielder for the national team.
Morgan Rogers is a footballer who has been recognized for his performance in England's qualifying campaign.
Nicolas Jackson is a striker who plays for Chelsea.
Ollie Watkins is an England football player who plays as a forward.
Tyrone Mings is a defender for Aston Villa.
Unai Emery is a football manager known for leading teams in major league competitions.
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Aston Villa and Tottenham are winless in the Premier League - and both in need of inspiration as they prepare to face each other on Saturday.
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