Aston Villa emphatically secured their place in the Europa League semifinals with a commanding 4-0 victory over Bologna. The 7-1 aggregate victory sends Unai Emery's side into an all-Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest. Villa's dominance was established early with a trio of first-half goals that effectively ended the tie before halftime.

Ollie Watkins marked a milestone by tapping in his 100th goal for the club, while Emi Buendia scored twice despite missing a penalty. Buendia's strike 46 seconds after his penalty miss demonstrated Villa's clinical edge. Ezri Konsa added a late goal to complete a comprehensive performance that showcased the team's European pedigree under Emery.

The victory represents Emery's fourth time reaching the semifinals in five years with different clubs, further cementing his reputation as a European specialist. The English club's progression means four Premier League teams will compete in the final four of a major European competition for the first time, highlighting the growing strength of English football on the continent.