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Match ReportBBC SportUnverified source· 23 Aug 2026

Emery: Villa must accept everything after Brighton thrashing

Aston Villa's season opener turned into a nightmare as Brighton scored four in the first half.

Emery: Villa must accept everything after Brighton thrashing — Photo: BBC Sport

NS · Premier League

Competition

Premier League

Score

Brighton 4-0 Aston Villa

Venue

Brighton & Hove Albion

What happened. Aston Villa were thrashed 4-0 by Brighton on the opening day, conceding four goals in the first half.

Emery said Villa 'must accept everything' after the defeat.
Brighton scored all four goals before halftime.

“must accept everything”
— Unai Emery

Villa will need to regroup quickly after a heavy opening-day loss.

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