Unai Emery rewrites Aston Villa history – Spaniard claims most wins as Villa boss

Coach surpasses Gregory and O'Neill
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Unai Emery rewrites Aston Villa history – Spaniard claims most wins as Villa boss Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images
03 dec 2025 14:30
English Premier League
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Aston Villa produced a sensational performance, staging a dramatic comeback to defeat Brighton despite trailing 0-2 by halftime. This turnaround is one for the ages—it's the first time in 20 years that Villa have won a Premier League away match after being two goals down during the game. And with this result, Unai Emery has etched his name into the annals of the Birmingham club.

Details: The Spanish manager has rewritten the club's history books. According to Squawka, he now boasts more Premier League victories than any other Aston Villa manager. Emery has racked up 62 wins—outpacing every coach before him.

Managerial statistics:

  1. Unai Emery – 62 wins
  2. John Gregory and Martin O'Neill – 61 wins each.

After this match, the Spanish tactician's side climbed to third place in the table.

Reminder: Aston Villa are pushing to sign Brentford striker Igor Thiago.

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