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Konsa proud leading Aston Villa to win against Maccabi Tel Aviv

Konsa proud leading Aston Villa to win against Maccabi Tel Aviv
Konsa proud leading Aston Villa to win against Maccabi Tel AvivČTK / AP / Darren Staples

Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa was happy to lead the team to their Europa League win against Maccabi Tel Aviv.

Konsa was captain for night as Donyell Malen and Ian Maatsen struck the goals.

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Victory moves Villa up to sixth place in the Europa League standings at the halfway stage of the league phase.

“It was clear that we needed to win here, especially with the table how it’s going,” said Konsa.

“We knew three points would get us back up there.

“Disappointing result last time out, but we made it right here and got the three points.”

On the captaincy, he added: “It’s always nice to lead the team out. It’s a role that I’ve always wanted to do.

“We’ve got a great captain in John McGinn, but when he’s not on the pitch, I’ve got to take responsibility.

“And I’m enjoying it, so hopefully I get many more.”

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