Unai Emery
Unai Emery is not just a football manager; he's a tactical alchemist, renowned for transforming clubs and, most notably, for his unparalleled mastery of European competition. With a record four UEFA Europa League titles, he has carved out a unique legacy in the sport. From humble playing origins to guiding top-tier teams and inspiring incredible turnarounds, Emery's story is one of relentless ambition and strategic brilliance, continuously evolving on football's biggest stages. Emery transitioned from a modest playing career into coaching, quickly finding success by guiding smaller Spanish clubs to historic promotions. He holds the extraordinary record of winning the UEFA Europa League four times, establishing himself as a specialist in continental competition. Consistently proving his ability to elevate teams, Emery has taken multiple clubs from mid-table or relegation battles to European qualification, often defying expectations.
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Unai Emery is not just a football manager; he's a tactical alchemist, renowned for transforming clubs and, most notably, for his unparalleled mastery of European competition. With a record four UEFA Europa League titles, he has carved out a unique legacy in the sport. From humble playing origins to guiding top-tier teams and inspiring incredible turnarounds, Emery's story is one of relentless ambition and strategic brilliance, continuously evolving on football's biggest stages.
- Emery transitioned from a modest playing career into coaching, quickly finding success by guiding smaller Spanish clubs to historic promotions.
- He holds the extraordinary record of winning the UEFA Europa League four times, establishing himself as a specialist in continental competition.
- Consistently proving his ability to elevate teams, Emery has taken multiple clubs from mid-table or relegation battles to European qualification, often defying expectations.
The Architect of European Success
Unai Emery Etxegoien, born in Hondarribia, Spain, hails from a family deeply embedded in football history. His father and grandfather were both goalkeepers, with his grandfather even competing in Spain's top division. This familial connection to the beautiful game would eventually shape his own extraordinary path.
Interestingly, football truly runs in his family's veins. His uncle Román also played as a midfielder, and in a touching continuation of tradition, Emery's family completed a takeover of their ancestral club, Real Unión, in 2021, with his brother Igor becoming president. His own son, Lander, has even worn the goalkeeper jersey for Real Unión, just like his ancestors.
A Player, Then a Coach
Emery's own playing career as a left-sided midfielder was somewhat understated. Despite being a youth graduate of Real Sociedad, he only made a handful of appearances in La Liga. Most of his playing days were spent in Spain's Segunda División, where he amassed over 200 matches before retiring at 32 with Lorca Deportiva.
It was a severe knee injury in the 2004–05 season, while still playing for Lorca, that proved to be a pivotal moment. The club president, recognizing his leadership qualities, offered him the vacant coach's position — a chance he seized with both hands.
Early Managerial Triumphs: Lorca and Almería
His transition to management was nothing short of remarkable. In his very first season, Emery immediately led Lorca Deportiva to promotion to the Segunda División for the first time in the club's history. This rapid success, coupled with beating top-tier Málaga in the Copa del Rey, earned him the Miguel Muñoz Trophy as coach of the season.
He continued to impress in his second season, guiding Lorca to a strong fifth-place finish, just shy of another promotion. Though the club would face relegation after his departure, Emery had already proven his Midas touch, earning a move to Almería in the Segunda División.
At Almería, Emery repeated his magic, leading them to their first-ever promotion to La Liga in 2007. Not content with just promotion, he then guided the Andalusian side to an impressive eighth-place finish in their debut top-flight season. This incredible overachievement caught the eye of bigger clubs.
Stabilizing Giants: Valencia
In 2008, Emery took the reins at Valencia, one of Spain's traditional powerhouses, succeeding Ronald Koeman. Despite facing significant financial problems at the club, he immediately steered them to a sixth-place finish and qualification for the UEFA Europa League in his first season.
His tenure at Valencia saw continued success, with the team securing third-place finishes in both the 2009–10 and 2010–11 seasons. This meant a return to the prestigious UEFA Champions League after a two-year absence, a testament to his ability to maintain high performance amidst challenges, even after selling key players like David Villa and David Silva.
The 2011–12 season saw Valencia again secure Champions League qualification, finishing third. However, after losing to eventual winners Atlético Madrid in the Europa League semi-finals, Emery decided to leave the club in June 2012, marking the end of a successful four-year spell.
A Brief Russian Interlude
Following his time at Valencia, Emery ventured to Russia, becoming the head coach of Spartak Moscow in July 2012. However, this proved to be a short and challenging chapter. After a string of poor results, including a heavy derby loss to Dynamo Moscow, he was sacked just six months into his tenure.
The Europa League Maestro: Sevilla
Emery returned to Spain in January 2013, taking charge of Sevilla. It was here that he would truly forge his legendary status as the 'King of the Europa League.' In his first full season, 2013–14, he led Sevilla to a fifth-place league finish and, more significantly, won the Europa League final against Benfica in a dramatic penalty shootout.
The following season, 2014–15, he did it again. Sevilla clinched their second consecutive Europa League title, defeating Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk. This victory not only qualified them for the Champions League but also made Sevilla the most successful club in the competition's history with four wins. Emery extended his contract amid interest from other top clubs.
But he wasn't finished. In a truly historic achievement, Emery guided Sevilla to an unprecedented third consecutive Europa League triumph in 2015–16, beating Liverpool 3–1 in the final. This cemented his reputation as the competition's undisputed master, a feat that remains unparalleled.
Parisian Ambitions: Paris Saint-Germain
In June 2016, Emery moved to French giants Paris Saint-Germain, signing a two-year deal. He immediately claimed silverware, winning the Trophée des Champions in his first competitive match. His tenure saw PSG dominate domestically, securing two Coupe de France titles, two Coupe de la Ligues, and two Trophée des Champions.
The pinnacle of his domestic success came in the 2017–18 season, where PSG achieved a domestic quadruple, including the Ligue 1 title. However, his time in Paris is also remembered for the agonizing Champions League defeat to Barcelona in 2017, where PSG famously squandered a 4–0 first-leg lead, losing 6–1 in the return leg. He departed at the end of the 2017-18 season.
The Premier League Challenge: Arsenal
In May 2018, Emery embarked on a new challenge, succeeding the legendary Arsène Wenger as head coach of Arsenal. His initial impact was promising, with the team going on an impressive 22-game unbeaten run, including a thrilling 4–2 victory in his first North London derby.
Despite reaching another Europa League final in his first season, where Arsenal were beaten by Chelsea, the team ultimately finished fifth in the league, missing out on Champions League qualification. After a challenging start to the 2019–20 season and a seven-game winless run, Emery was dismissed in November 2019.
Return to Glory: Villarreal
Emery soon returned to La Liga, joining Villarreal in July 2020. It was here that he reaffirmed his status as a European specialist. In his very first season, he led Villarreal to their first-ever major European final, coincidentally beating his former club Arsenal in the semi-finals.
On 26 May 2021, Villarreal triumphed over Manchester United in a dramatic penalty shootout in the Europa League final, securing Emery his fourth personal title in the competition and Villarreal's historic first. His success didn't stop there; in the 2021–22 Champions League, he remarkably guided Villarreal to the semi-finals, overcoming giants like Juventus and Bayern Munich, before falling to Liverpool.
Such impressive performances did not go unnoticed. In November 2021, he turned down an approach from newly wealthy Newcastle United, declaring his 100% commitment to Villarreal and questioning Newcastle's 'lack of a clear vision' at the time. This decision highlighted his dedication to his projects.
Transforming Aston Villa
In October 2022, Emery made his return to the Premier League, taking over a struggling Aston Villa side sitting just above the relegation zone. His impact was immediate and profound, as he engineered a remarkable turnaround.
Under Emery, Villa surged up the league table, winning 15 of his first 25 league games and securing 49 points from a possible 75. He was recognized with the Premier League Manager of the Month award in April 2023 for this incredible resurgence, which saw Villa achieve a 7th-place finish and qualify for the UEFA Europa Conference League — their first European campaign in over a decade.
The 2023–24 season continued this upward trajectory. Despite an opening day defeat, Emery's Villa achieved their highest Premier League points total after 19 games and recorded a club-record 15 consecutive home league wins. This included memorable back-to-back victories against Manchester City and Arsenal, earning him another Premier League Manager of the Month award in December 2023.
Beyond the league, Emery also led Villa to a European semi-final in the Conference League, another significant milestone for the club. His leadership culminated in Aston Villa securing a 4th-place finish in the Premier League, qualifying for the UEFA Champions League for the first time since the 1982–83 season. In recognition of his immense impact, he extended his contract with the club until 2029.
A Legacy of Trophies
Unai Emery's managerial career is marked by a truly impressive collection of silverware, particularly in European competitions, cementing his place among the elite coaches in modern football. His unique record in the Europa League stands out as a testament to his tactical acumen and winning mentality.
Major Honours
UEFA Europa League: 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16 (with Sevilla); 2020–21 (with Villarreal) Ligue 1: 2017–18 (with Paris Saint-Germain) Coupe de France: 2016–17, 2017–18 (with Paris Saint-Germain) Coupe de la Ligue: 2016–17, 2017–18 (with Paris Saint-Germain) Trophée des Champions: 2016, 2017 (with Paris Saint-Germain)
Individual Accolades
Miguel Muñoz Trophy (Segunda División): 2005–06, 2006–07 La Liga Manager of the Month: March 2014, January 2015, January 2016 UNFP Manager of the Year: 2017–18 Premier League Manager of the Month: April 2023, December 2023
Managerial Statistics
Across various clubs and leagues, Unai Emery has compiled an impressive record, demonstrating consistent success and adaptability throughout his career. Here's a snapshot of his performance at each club:
Team From To P W D L Win % Lorca Deportiva 21 December 2004 22 June 2006 70 34 16 20 048.6 Almería 22 June 2006 22 May 2008 84 39 20 25 046.4 Valencia 22 May 2008 14 May 2012 220 107 58 55 048.6 Spartak Moscow 1 July 2012 25 November 2012 26 12 4 10 046.2 Sevilla 14 January 2013 12 June 2016 205 106 43 56 051.7 Paris Saint-Germain 28 June 2016 14 May 2018 114 87 15 12 076.3 Arsenal 23 May 2018 29 November 2019 78 43 16 19 055.1 Villarreal 23 July 2020 25 October 2022 129 64 35 30 049.6 Aston Villa 1 November 2022 Present 184 102 32 50 055.4 Total 1,110 594 239 277 053.5
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Unai Emery
Unai Emery Etxegoien (born 3 November 1971) is a Spanish football manager and former player who is the head coach of Premier League club Aston Villa. Since 2021, he has been the majority shareholder of fourth-tier Spanish club Real Unión. One of the most successful managers in the history of European continental competitions, Emery holds the record for the most UEFA Europa League titles and is widely considered one of the best managers in the world.
After a career spent playing mostly in Spain's Segunda División, Emery transitioned into coaching after retiring in 2004. He began at Lorca Deportiva, where he achieved promotion to the Segunda División in his first season. He then joined Almería, whom he led to promotion to La Liga for the first time in the club's history. He subsequently moved to Valencia, leading the team to top-three finishes. After his contract was not renewed at Valencia, he moved to Spartak Moscow for six months but was sacked due to poor performance, before moving to Sevilla in 2013, where he won an unprecedented three consecutive Europa Leagues.
Emery moved to French club Paris Saint-Germain in 2016. There, he won a Ligue 1 title, two Coupe de France titles, two Coupe de la Ligues, and two Trophée des Champions, including a domestic quadruple in his second season. After the expiry of his contract, Emery was appointed as head coach of English club Arsenal in 2018, succeeding Arsène Wenger. He finished Europa League runner-up in his first season, before being dismissed in November 2019. He was hired by Villarreal in July 2020, where he won the Europa League in his first season and guided the club to a Champions League semi-final run in the following season. In October 2022, he returned to the Premier League to manage Aston Villa and guided them to a UEFA Conference League semi-final in 2024 and the Champions League quarter-finals a year later after successfully finishing in the top four of the Premier League.
Early and personal life
Unai Emery
Emery was born in Hondarribia, Gipuzkoa, Basque Country, Spain. He is a native speaker of the Basque language. His father and grandfather, named Juan and Antonio respectively, were also footballers, both goalkeepers. The former appeared for several clubs in the second tier including Real Unión, while the latter competed with that club in the top division. Emery's uncle, Román, played as a midfielder. In July 2021, the Emery family completed a takeover of Real Unión, and his brother Igor became club president.
Emery's wife is Luisa Fernández. Their son Lander, also a goalkeeper, played for Aston Villa's Under-21s team between January 2024 and July 2025 and currently plays for Real Unión – the third member of the Emery family to wear the goalkeeper jersey for the club.
Playing career
Unai Emery
Emery, a left-sided midfielder, was a youth graduate of Real Sociedad, but never really broke into the first team (aged 24 he appeared in five La Liga games, scoring against Albacete in an 8–1 home win). After that, he resumed his career mostly in the Segunda División, amassing totals of 215 matches and nine goals over seven seasons. He retired with Lorca Deportiva at the age of 32, after one season in Segunda División B. In 2002, he signed for Burgos but was one of several players released before making a single competitive appearance due to lack of funds.
Managerial career
Lorca and Almería
Emery with Almería
Emery suffered a serious knee injury while at Lorca in the 2004–05 season, and he was offered the vacant coach's position by the club president. He immediately helped the club achieve promotion to the second division for the first time in its history, as well as beating top-level side Málaga in the Copa del Rey. He was subsequently awarded the Miguel Muñoz Trophy as coach of the season. In his second season, the Murcians' first ever in the second division, the team finished fifth with 69 points, only five points off promotion to the top flight; they suffered relegation in 2007, after Emery's departure.
Emery then moved to Almería in division two, and again helped his squad overachieve: after guiding them to a first ever promotion in 2007, the Andalusian side finished eighth in La Liga in 2007–08. This prompted a move to Valencia, where he succeeded Ronald Koeman as coach.
Valencia
In 2008–09, his first season with Los Che, Emery led them to a sixth-place finish, with subsequent qualification to the UEFA Europa League, in spite of the club's serious financial problems. The team reached the Round of 32 in the UEFA Cup, losing on away goals after a 3–3 aggregate draw against Dynamo Kyiv, and the quarter-finals of the Copa del Rey, exiting against Sevilla.
In 2009–10, Emery led Valencia to third place, so the club returned to the UEFA Champions League after two years. After dropping down to Europa League (previously known as UEFA Cup), they lost in the quarter-finals to eventual winners Atlético Madrid on away goals, and exited in the round of 16 in the Copa del Rey against Deportivo La Coruña, losing 4–3 on aggregate. In May 2010, Emery renewed his contract for another year.
2010–11 started without David Villa and David Silva, sold to Barcelona and Manchester City respectively. Despite this, Valencia won five out of the first six league games (with one draw), starting the Champions League campaign with a 4–0 win in Turkey against Bursaspor, before being eliminated in the round of 16 by Schalke 04, and being knocked out in the same stage in the Copa del Rey by Villarreal. In the domestic league, the side finished third, thus again qualifying for the Champions League.
In 2011–12, Emery's side entered the Champions League and were paired with Chelsea, Bayer Leverkusen and KRC Genk. They finished third in their group and subsequently entered the Europa League. Valencia lost in the semi-finals to eventual winners Atlético Madrid again. He left the club in June 2012, after again finishing third in 2011–12, ensuring Valencia's qualification for Champions League.
Spartak Moscow
On 1 July 2012, Leonid Fedun, owner of Spartak Moscow, announced Emery as the Russian club's coach for the following two seasons. On 25 November, he was sacked after a run of poor results, after only managing the side for six months. His last game in charge was a 5–1 home loss in the derby against Dynamo Moscow.
Sevilla
Emery managing Sevilla in 2015
Emery returned to Spanish football on 14 January 2013, replacing the sacked Míchel at the helm of Sevilla. He led the club to fifth position in 2013–14, his first full season. On 14 May 2014, he won the Europa League final, defeating Benfica on penalties.
After finishing the 2014–15 season in fifth place, one point behind former club Valencia, Emery again won the Europa League after defeating Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk, thus qualifying for the following Champions League. The victory meant that Sevilla became the most successful club in the history of the UEFA Cup/Europa League, with four wins, and Emery signed a one-year contract extension on 5 June 2015 which would have kept him at the club until 2017, after reported interest from West Ham United and Napoli.
In 2015–16, Emery led Sevilla to seventh position, having played the final games of the domestic league with several reserves and youth team players after the team confirmed their place in the Europa League final. This season, Sevilla entered the UEFA Champions League group stage as title holders of UEFA Europa League the previous season, they were third in the group and transferred to UEFA Europa League again. On 18 May 2016, despite trailing 1–0 at half-time, a goal from Kevin Gameiro and two from Coke resulted in a 3–1 victory over Liverpool at St. Jakob-Park in Basel.
On 12 June 2016, after Emery expressed his desire to leave Sevilla, the club announced that they would be parting ways.
Paris Saint-Germain
On 28 June 2016, Emery signed a two-year deal, with the option of a third, to succeed Laurent Blanc at French quadruple-holders Paris Saint-Germain. In his first competitive match in charge, on 6 August, his side beat Lyon 4–1 in Austria to lift the Trophée des Champions.
Emery picked up his second honour with les Rouge-et-Bleu on 1 April 2017 with a 4–1 win over title rivals Monaco in the final of the Coupe de la Ligue. Emery led PSG to second place in their group of the Champions League, behind Arsenal. In the first knockout round they defeated Barcelona 4–0 at the Parc des Princes, only to historically lose 6–1 in Spain and subsequently be eliminated.
In the next Champions League season, PSG finished top of their group, in which Emery led them to a 3–0 win over Bayern Munich in the second match. However, they were knocked out in the round of 16, as they lost both legs by the eventual winner Real Madrid. Domestically, the team won a quadruple of all four domestic honours: Trophée des Champions, Coupe de la Ligue, Coupe de France and Ligue 1. On 28 April 2018, Emery announced his decision to leave the Parisian club at the end of the season with a year left on his contract. He was replaced by German coach Thomas Tuchel at PSG following the conclusion of the 2017–18 season.
Arsenal
Emery with Arsenal in 2019
On 23 May 2018, Emery was appointed head coach of Arsenal. He agreed to a two-year deal, with the club having the option to extend his deal for a further year.
In his first competitive game in charge, on 12 August, his side lost to Manchester City 2–0 in the Premier League. After a second consecutive loss to Chelsea on 18 August, Emery recorded his first win as Arsenal manager on 25 August, in a 3–1 home win over West Ham United. After this game, Arsenal won 11 games in a row, their best run of form since 2007. Arsenal then extended their unbeaten run to 22 games, including a 4–2 win over arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur in Emery's first North London derby. Their 3–2 loss to Southampton in December was the first time they had been defeated in all competitions since August. However Arsenal capitulated towards the end of the season, only receiving four points in their last five league matches, effectively discarding any chance of qualifying for the Champions League through league position. Emery yet again reached a Europa League final, but was unsuccessful as Arsenal were beaten 4–1 by fellow English side Chelsea. Arsenal finished the season in fifth position, one place higher than the previous season, narrowly missing out on a Champions League spot.
In the 2019 summer transfer window, Emery broke Arsenal's previous club record by signing Ivory Coast winger Nicolas Pépé. He also brought into the defence David Luiz from rivals Chelsea and Scotsman Kieran Tierney from Celtic, as well as midfielder Dani Ceballos on loan from Real Madrid.
On 29 November 2019, following a series of poor results and a winless run of seven games, Emery was sacked by Arsenal. His final game in charge was a 2–1 home defeat to Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League. He was replaced on an interim basis by Freddie Ljungberg and later on a permanent basis by Mikel Arteta.
Villarreal
On 23 July 2020, Emery was announced as the new head coach of La Liga club Villarreal, succeeding Javier Calleja on a three-year deal. On 23 December, he broke the club record of 18 matches unbeaten, after a 1–1 draw at home to Athletic Bilbao.
In May 2021, he led Villarreal to their first European final, after a 2–1 win on aggregate over his former club Arsenal in the semi-finals; he was the first ex-Gunners boss to beat his former team since George Graham in 1999. On 26 May, Villarreal won the Europa League final against Manchester United in Gdańsk, 11–10 on penalties after a 1–1 draw, to give him his fourth and a record win in the competition.
In November 2021, Emery was approached for the vacant managerial spot at Newcastle United following their Saudi-led takeover. He turned down the interest, saying that he was "100% committed" to Villarreal and that the English team had a "lack of a clear vision". In the 2021–22 UEFA Champions League, he led Villarreal to the semi-finals by beating Juventus and Bayern Munich, before being eliminated by Liverpool.
2022–23: From relegation fight to Europe
On 24 October 2022, Emery was appointed as head coach of Aston Villa after the Premier League team paid a buyout fee of a reported €6 million (£5.2 million) to Villarreal. Due to work permit formalities, he did not take up his post until 1 November, with Villa having only won two of their first eleven games under previous manager Steven Gerrard before his sacking, and sitting in 16th place in the league table, two places above the relegation zone with only a point separating Villa from the relegation places. Upon taking charge, he appointed Pako Ayestarán as his assistant manager, reuniting with the coach he had worked alongside at Valencia. On 6 November, Emery won his first match in charge with a 3–1 win over Manchester United, Villa's first home Premier League victory against United since August 1995. His team were eliminated from the third round of the FA Cup 2–1 at home by EFL League Two team Stevenage on 8 January 2023. He criticised the mentality of his players after the game.
Villa would win fifteen of their twenty-five league games under Emery and 49 points from a possible 75 since his appointment during the 2022–23 campaign, with only Manchester City, Arsenal, Manchester United and Liverpool securing more points since Emery's appointment. A 1–1 draw with Brentford on 22 April 2023 at the Brentford Community Stadium, Emery's nineteenth league game in charge at Villa, saw the team break the Premier League record for the longest consecutive scoring run a team has had from the start of a manager's tenure in the competition's history. A 1–0 victory over Fulham three days later stretched the new record to twenty consecutive games, before a 1–0 loss to Manchester United on 30 April 2023 ended the run. Five wins, one draw and one defeat in April 2023 led to Emery being awarded Premier League Manager of the Month.
A 1–1 draw with Liverpool on 20 May guaranteed a ninth-placed finish, Villa's highest in the Premier League since the 2010–11 season. Villa secured a 7th-place finish and qualification for the UEFA Europa Conference League, the club's first participation in European football since the 2010–11 season and Emery's sixteenth consecutive season of European football. Many sports journalists and pundits praised Emery's transformation of Villa in such a short space of time, and Emery was nominated for the Premier League Manager of the Season Award. The recipient of the award, Pep Guardiola, also acknowledged Emery in his acceptance speech, along with the other nominees, for each's "incredible job this season".
A 3–0 win against Newcastle United on 15 April 2023 saw Villa win five Premier League games in a row for the first time since 1998, and victory at Villa Park against Brighton on the final matchday not only meant The Villans' first time winning seven consecutive league games at home since the 1992–93 season, but also their eighteenth league win of the season, the fifteenth under Emery, for their joint-most league wins in a 38-game season.
2023–24: Champions League qualification
Emery managing Aston Villa in 2025 during pre-season
The summer of 2023 also saw major changes in Aston Villa's infrastructure as Sevilla's sporting director Monchi, who had previously worked with Emery, was appointed as President of Football Operations, as well as Damian Vidagany as Director of Football Operations. Aston Villa signed Pau Torres from Villarreal for a reported £33m, and Moussa Diaby from Bayer Leverkusen for an undisclosed fee. with many outlets reporting the fee to be in excess of £50m and shattering Villa's previous transfer record.
After a 5–1 defeat to Newcastle United at St James' Park in their opening fixture of the 2023–24 season, Emery would lead Villa to their highest Premier League points total after 19 games, the season's midpoint. Emery's Villa maintained a 100% record in their first eight home games of the season for the first time since the 1932–33 season, and a 1–0 victory against Arsenal on 9 December was their fifteenth consecutive home league win, going back to 4 March, the most in the club's 149-year history. Aston Villa won five of seven games in December 2023, including back-to-back wins against Manchester City and Arsenal, which led to Emery being named Premier League Manager of the Month for the second time in his career.
In the Conference League, Villa beat Ajax 4–0 on aggregate in the round of 16, and then Lille on penalties to reach a first European semi-final since 1982. On 23 April, Emery extended his contract until 2027. He eventually led the club to a 4th-place finish in the league, securing qualification to the UEFA Champions League for the first time since 1982–83. On 27 May 2024, Emery extended his contract until 2029.
2024–present: European adventures
In the 2024–25 Champions League, Emery led the club to reach the quarterfinals of the competition before being eliminated by his former club and eventual winners PSG 4–5 on aggregate. During the first half of the 2025–26 season, Aston Villa achieved eleven consecutive wins in all competitions, equaling their records set in September 1897 and March 1914. On 19 March 2026, Emery reached his 100th win with the club in a 2–0 victory over Lille in the Europa League round of 16, becoming the third manager to achieve this feat at the club following Ron Saunders and Joe Mercer.
Managerial statistics
Unai Emery
<table><thead><tr><th>Team</th><th>From</th><th>To</th><th>Record</th><th>Ref.</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>P</td><td>W</td><td>D</td><td>L</td><td>Win %</td></tr><tr><td>Lorca Deportiva</td><td>21 December 2004</td><td>22 June 2006</td><td>70</td><td>34</td><td>16</td><td>20</td><td>048.6</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Almería</td><td>22 June 2006</td><td>22 May 2008</td><td>84</td><td>39</td><td>20</td><td>25</td><td>046.4</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Valencia</td><td>22 May 2008</td><td>14 May 2012</td><td>220</td><td>107</td><td>58</td><td>55</td><td>048.6</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Spartak Moscow</td><td>1 July 2012</td><td>25 November 2012</td><td>26</td><td>12</td><td>4</td><td>10</td><td>046.2</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Sevilla</td><td>14 January 2013</td><td>12 June 2016</td><td>205</td><td>106</td><td>43</td><td>56</td><td>051.7</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Paris Saint-Germain</td><td>28 June 2016</td><td>14 May 2018</td><td>114</td><td>87</td><td>15</td><td>12</td><td>076.3</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Arsenal</td><td>23 May 2018</td><td>29 November 2019</td><td>78</td><td>43</td><td>16</td><td>19</td><td>055.1</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Villarreal</td><td>23 July 2020</td><td>25 October 2022</td><td>129</td><td>64</td><td>35</td><td>30</td><td>049.6</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Aston Villa</td><td>1 November 2022</td><td>Present</td><td>184</td><td>102</td><td>32</td><td>50</td><td>055.4</td><td></td></tr><tr><td>Total</td><td>1,110</td><td>594</td><td>239</td><td>277</td><td>053.5</td></tr></tbody></table>
Honours
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Emery and Sevilla after winning the UEFA Europa League in (/wiki/2013–14UEFAEuropaLeague)
Manager
• UEFA Europa League: 2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16
• Ligue 1: 2017–18 • Coupe de France: 2016–17, 2017–18 • Coupe de la Ligue: 2016–17, 2017–18 • Trophée des Champions: (/wiki/2016TrophéedesChampions), (/wiki/2017TrophéedesChampions)
• UEFA Europa League runner-up: 2018–19
• UEFA Europa League: 2020–21
• Miguel Muñoz Trophy (Segunda División): 2005–06, 2006–07 • La Liga Manager of the Month: March 2014, January 2015, January 2016 • UNFP Manager of the Year: 2017–18 • Globe Soccer Awards Coach Career Award: 2022 • Premier League Manager of the Month: April 2023, December 2023, December 2025