Aston Villa manager Unai Emery says his team are "very motivated" to secure direct qualification for the Champions League last 16 heading into Tuesday's crucial game at Monaco."I think we are very motivated playing in the Champions League because the club didn't play in it for a long time,

AS Monaco can mathematically secure their qualification for the next stage of the UEFA Champions League in the event that they secure a draw against Aston Villa at the Stade Louis II on Tuesday,

Aston Villa can shore up their place in the Champions League round of 16 by beating Monaco in their clash on Tuesday (12.45 ET, DAZN). The Villans staged a dramatic comeback against Arsenal in the EPL at the weekend to earn a point at the Emirates Stadium.

Aston Villa’s trip to face Monaco in the early kick-off in the Champions League could be a cracker. The English side has been involved in some low-scoring games in the competition, however, their recent trip to Leipzig produced five goals.