Bologna is in the news for their Europa League clash with Aston Villa, as Villa aims for a quarterfinal spot. Bologna’s a Serie A club with a solid history.
Udinese's Lennon Miller, 19, contributed his first assist in Serie A during a 3-0 win over Fiorentina. Meanwhile, teammate Lewis Ferguson remains sidelined at Bologna. Both Scottish internationals aim for World Cup selection this summer. Napoli's McTominay continues recovery from injury amid team struggles.
Aston Villa has announced a faster timetable for stadium renovations, reducing capacity during next season. Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest has reached the Europa League semi-finals for the first time in 42 years, with both clubs aiming for European success amid domestic challenges. Italian clubs face a tough run, risking their first semi-final absence in seven years.
Nottingham Forest has secured a vital 3-2 victory over Burnley, moving five points clear of relegation. Meanwhile, Aston Villa has advanced to the Europa League final after beating Bologna 4-1 on aggregate. Both results impact their respective league standings and European ambitions today, April 19, 2026.