Unai Emery’s ‘no excuses’ culture finally pays off and how Nicolas Jackson proved he was signed for more than just goals, writes TOM COLLOMOSSE – as Villans hit Fenerbahce for SIX

Tom Collomosse reports that Aston Villa secured a record 6-0 Champions League victory against Fenerbahce at Villa Park, marking their first home win of the campaign. Nicolas Jackson scored two first-half goals, alongside strikes from Johan Manzambi, Tammy Abraham, and a brace from Ross Barkley. The writer highlights that manager Unai Emery refused to use ongoing stadium redevelopment—which has temporarily reduced capacity with the North Stand closed—as an excuse for prior sluggish home results.

Collomosse praises Jackson's £65 million signing, noting his link-up play and pace beyond his five goals this season. The article also notes an ineffective return to England for Fenerbahce winger Mason Greenwood, who was barracked by home supporters throughout the match.