Aston Villa boss Martin O’Neill looking to strengthen side
ASTON Villa boss Martin O’Neill will be looking to strengthen the side significantly in the summer if they qualify for the ‘Holy Grail’ of the Champions League.
O’Neill knows that is the only way Villa will be able to compete, both at home and abroad, and in order to avoid a repeat of what has transpired over the last few days.
“I am now hoping, this time next year, if we get the chance again, we will be really strong,” insisted O’Neillb after last night’s game.
“We will need to be as strong as the top British teams who have been in this position before, like Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United.
“I want to have the strength of squad to cope with the fixtures that come up.
“Given another opportunity, something this football club should be able to obtain, I think the experiences we’ve had, from July (the InterToto Cup) through to now, will stand this team in good stead.”
Brazil legend Zico, in his first competitive game as manager of CSKA on home soil, said: “We had an overwhelming advantage, and I am delighted we’ve got through.’’
