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Aston Villa international duty: Every player called up and who stays with Emery

Aston Villa have entered the extended September and October international break with several first-team players heading away to represent their countries. Unai Emery’s squad signed off from Premier League duty with a dramatic 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, giving Villa…

Published: Monday, 21 September 2026 at 2:15 PM
Aston Villa international duty: Every player called up and who stays with Emery
Key Things to Know
  • Aston Villa entered the international break following a 3-2 Premier League victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
  • Unai Emery's side will resume Premier League action against Brentford on Saturday, October 10.
  • John McGinn has retained his place in the Scotland squad for their upcoming Nations League fixtures.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Aston Villa has entered the extended September and October international break following a dramatic 3-2 Premier League victory over Tottenham Hotspur. Unai Emery's squad will have a three-week pause from league action before hosting Brentford at Villa Park on Saturday, October 10. Several first-team players have been called up to represent their respective countries during this period.

John McGinn has joined Scotland's squad for their UEFA Nations League campaign, while Matty Cash returns to the Poland squad after recovering from injury. Victor Lindelöf has been selected for Sweden by Graham Potter, and young forward Johan Manzambi has earned a call-up for Switzerland under Murat Yakin.

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