Ezri Konsa
Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa has expressed confidence in his team’s ability to overcome their sluggish start to the season. Despite failing to secure a win in their first six matches across all competitions, Konsa remains optimistic about the club’s prospects, emphasizing that the team is not worried about their current form.
Ezri Konsa said: “I don’t think we are at the stage where we need to have meetings. People will talk about crisis meetings and things like that but we have got a great captain in John McGinn, who really takes the lead in stuff like that. After the [Sunderland] game, he said a few words to keep us going, to keep encouraging us. Look, we haven’t started the season well. We know that. But I’m sure it’s going to go well soon. I’m not worried. I’m sure the boys ain’t worried as well. We have got a great squad. I know what we are capable of. It’s just about getting that bit in the final third, getting that first goal for Ollie and Morgan, and once that happens, we will fly from there.”
Konsa added: “100 per cent. It shows how far we have come over the last three years. When I first joined three years ago to where we are now is completely different. The standards have been set and they are really high – when we are getting criticised from the outside, I think that’s normal. It happens to the best of teams when things ain’t going well. It’s happening to us. It’s on ourselves to try and get that first win.”
Aston Villa’s season has begun with a series of challenging performances, leaving them winless in their initial six fixtures. The team has managed to score only two goals, both of which came in recent matches against Brentford in the Carabao Cup and Sunderland in the Premier League. Despite these setbacks, Konsa’s comments reflect a belief in the squad’s potential and resilience. The defender highlighted the leadership of captain John McGinn, who has been instrumental in maintaining team morale.
Konsa’s remarks also underscore the significant progress the club has made over the past few years. He acknowledged the elevated expectations and standards that have been established, which naturally lead to external criticism when results do not meet these benchmarks. However, Konsa remains confident that securing an initial victory will set the team on a positive trajectory.
Aston Villa’s next opportunity to turn their fortunes around will be crucial as they aim to capitalize on their squad’s strength and depth. The focus remains on improving their attacking prowess and converting chances into goals, which Konsa believes will be pivotal in reversing their current form.
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