Aston Villa have the luxury of going into the final game of the season against Crystal Palace knowing they have already secured Champions League football. It has been an incredible season for the club, with manager Unai Emery overseeing a run to the Europa Conference League semi-final as well as a top four finish in the Premier League. Champions League football was guaranteed when Tottenham Hotspur lost 2-0 to Manchester City, meaning the celebrations could begin as Aston Villa were hosting their annual awards night at the same time as the Spurs loss. On the face of it, it may appear there is …
