Manzambi Earns Switzerland Call-Up

Aston Villa's Johan Manzambi has been included in Switzerland's squad for their upcoming UEFA Nations League matches, a significant step in the young player's international career. Meanwhile, new defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis' strong character and leadership qualities have been highlighted as he settles into the club.

• Manzambi has demonstrated his attacking threat this season, creating 1.70 chances per 90 minutes for Villa in all competitions.
• Taylor Harwood-Bellis, who received legacy number #1029, is noted for his obsession with self-improvement and his history of captaining at every club and level he has played.
• Aston Villa will travel to face Tottenham Hotspur this Saturday at 12:30 BST, with Villa having won four of their last six Premier League away games against Spurs.
• On-sale dates for this season's UEFA Champions League league phase fixtures at Villa Park have been confirmed, including specific ticket details for the home clash with Fenerbahçe.
• Leon Goretzka was not called up to the Germany squad for the upcoming Nations League fixtures, potentially allowing him more recovery time ahead of Villa's return to action.