Ollie Watkins credits Unai Emery for helping him return to England squad
1 year, 5 months ago

Ollie Watkins credits Unai Emery for helping him return to England squad

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ollie Watkins has praised Aston Villa head coach Unai Emery for helping him get back in the England squad. Asked how it felt to return to the England set-up following time out of the squad, Watkins said: “I think my mindset has changed since the boss has come in, Unai Emery at Villa. I think my mindset has changed since the boss has come in.he's filled me with a lot of confidence Ollie Watkins on Unai Emery “I think it shows in my form and my performance here so I’m really happy and I’m delighted to be back in the squad and putting on an England shirt. I was itching to get on the pitch so I’m delighted I got my goal and it helped the team to win.” Realistically, Watkins is one of a number of forward options who will be vying to be the back-up to England captain and all-time record goalscorer Harry Kane at Euro 2024.

History of this topic

Gary Neville makes brutal claim about Arsenal's failed January move for Ollie Watkins - as he condemns 'TOOTHLESS' Gunners frontline
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Mathys Tel to Man Utd, Ollie Watkins to Arsenal and six deadline day transfers that could still happen
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery remains tight-lipped on Marcus Rashford's impending loan move to Aston Villa - but Spaniard insists his side 'need some players' before the transfer deadline on Monday
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Aston Villa are closing in on shock loan deal for Marcus Rashford - as Unai Emery targets wantaway Man United star after Jhon Duran's exit
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery says Ollie Watkins ‘happy to stay’ at Aston Villa
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Resurfaced video of Ollie Watkins reveals his true feelings on a move to Arsenal
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Aston Villa reject Arsenal bid for striker Ollie Watkins
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery sets sights on winning FA Cup
2 months, 2 weeks ago
Unai Emery relishing chance to take Villa closer to knockout phase at RB Leipzig
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Unai Emery feels confidence returning after Aston Villa end winless run
3 months, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery knows raising standards at Aston Villa brings pressure
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery defends his team selection after Aston Villa suffer cup knockout
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery urges Aston Villa to turn dominant performances into wins
4 months, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery reacts to Jhon Duran’s sub strop in Aston Villa win over Bologna
5 months ago
Jhon Duran RAGES as he's substituted for Ollie Watkins just moments after scoring in Aston Villa's 2-0 win over Bologna… as Unai Emery faces battle to keep striker happy amid rival interest
5 months ago
Unai Emery sets sights on silverware as Aston Villa continue to ‘break barriers’
5 months ago
Unai Emery salutes ‘best in world’ Emiliano Martinez after Villa win at Fulham
5 months ago
Ollie Watkins aims to make the most of his minutes for England
5 months, 1 week ago
Ollie Watkins keen to shine in showdown with Harry Kane as he looks to prove to Lee Carsley why he should 'be the man' for England over Bayern Munich superstar
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery frustrated at missed opportunity after Aston Villa are held
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery details the 'challenge' of navigating a congested fixture schedule as Aston Villa look towards hosting Bayern Munich - after his side had to settle for a point against Ipswich
5 months, 3 weeks ago
Unai Emery admits Villa’s first-half performance did not meet his standards
6 months ago
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery says Ollie Watkins ‘100 per cent’ fit to face Wolves
6 months ago
Premier League: Unai Emery Delighted with Aston Villa's Poise Under Pressure in Comeback Win over Everton
6 months, 1 week ago
Unai Emery faces welcome selection headache after strikers impress in Villa win
6 months, 1 week ago
‘August is difficult and different’ for Aston Villa boss Unai Emery
7 months ago
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery hopes to keep match-winner Jhon Duran after transfer fallout
7 months, 1 week ago
The untold stories of Ollie Watkins' rise: Turning up at Jose Mourinho's house to replace Harry Kane, 1am ice baths and the non-league shock that shaped him
8 months, 2 weeks ago
How Ollie Watkins' mum's rant into a mic at a pub came TRUE - after England's goal hero was brought in from cold for semi winner
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Ollie Watkins the unlikely toast of England after last-gasp winner at Euro 2024
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Ollie Watkins the unlikely toast of England after last-gasp winner at Euro 2024
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Ollie Watkins reveals he PREDICTED scoring late winner against the Netherlands to book England's spot in the Euro 2024 final - and even told Cole Palmer he'd set him up!
8 months, 2 weeks ago
Ollie Watkins hopes to get a chance to make the right impression with England
9 months, 1 week ago
Unai Emery Signs New Five-Year Contract with Aston Villa
9 months, 3 weeks ago
Finalise Unai Emery's new contract, keep hold of Ollie Watkins and Emi Martinez, and tighten up at the back... how Aston Villa can continue their incredible rise next season after sealing a Champions
10 months, 1 week ago
Ollie Watkins looks GUTTED as Aston Villa secure Champions League football for next season while his team-mates celebrate around him... but can you guess why he looks glum?
10 months, 1 week ago
Ollie Watkins to score a header tonight BOOSTED to 9/1 - as Aston Villa look to overturn a two-goal deficit in their Europa Conference League semi-final against Olympiacos
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Unai Emery not thinking about Tottenham results in top-four battle
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Troy Deeney responds to Ollie Watkins' social media jibe after Arsenal match-winner... and reveals which England forward will be 'looking nervously over his shoulder' amid Aston Villa star's rampant f
11 months, 1 week ago
Ollie Watkins hits back at Troy Deeney on Instagram and revels in his stunning goal vs Arsenal - after the ex-Birmingham striker claimed he was a 'winger trying to be a striker'
11 months, 1 week ago
Unai Emery demands mentality shift from Aston Villa after Brentford collapse
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Douglas Luiz talks up Villa star Ollie Watkins as big England threat to Brazil
1 year ago
Good news for England as Ollie Watkins’ knee injury ‘not more than a cut’
1 year ago
Ollie Watkins suffers injury scare as Aston Villa thump Ajax
1 year ago
Unai Emery relieved to survive scare as Aston Villa draw blank at Ajax
1 year ago
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery insists he wants Jacob Ramsey to stay amid transfer interest
1 year, 1 month ago
Unai Emery and Aston Villa: Inside a stunning transformation
1 year, 3 months ago
Unai Emery keen to keep things balanced at upwardly mobile Aston Villa
1 year, 3 months ago
Unai Emery is tamping down Aston Villa expectations – but anticipation is growing
1 year, 4 months ago
Unai Emery confident Aston Villa can challenge for top-four spot
1 year, 4 months ago

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