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Unai Emery, the Aston Villa manager, has expressed his faith in goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to handle the expected hostile reception in the Champions League quarter-final against Paris St-Germain. Martinez's past actions have drawn attention, but Emery believes he is mature and responsible. Marcus Rashford, who has been impressive since joining on loan, is also expected to be a key figure. The team is preparing for a tough encounter.

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