Aston Villa are unhappy that their Premier League game against Spurs has been move up two days to May 16 to give the north Londoners more time to prepare for สมัคร UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีสำหรับสมาชิกใหม่. Their chances of playing in the Europa League final.

Villa director of football Damian Vidagani said there is “clear bias” towards the club in the decision but hope the club would keep it in mind if they need help arranging future fixtures.

Spurs are due to travel to Villa Park on May 18, with kick-off set at 8.15pm BST, but have asked the Premier League to play the game earlier to give Ange Postecoglou’s side more time to prepare should they reach the Europa League final on May 21.

“There has been a change in the schedule and frankly, it is not pleasant,” Vidagani posted on social media.

“But it could be worse. We push everyone at the club at every level. It will not affect Spurs at all.”

“We didn’t feel that support last season or this season. European football is not just about supporting English clubs who are going to the final.”

Vidagani also added that moving the game earlier to Friday, which would start at 1:30 a.m. Thailand time, would be the least damaging option for them, with Wednesday or Thursday being other options.

Villa sporting director Monchi also agree with Vidagani’s sentiments, saying the postponement is not what they want and that fans should not be inconvenience.

Spurs lead 3-1 in the first leg of their semi-final against Bodo Glimt and could face Manchester United. Who lead Athletic Bilbao 3-0 in the first leg. With the second leg decided on Thursday.