Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is delighted with the leadership of captain John McGinn.

Emery says McGinn sets the tone throughout the squad.

He said, “John McGinn, his spirit is amazing and his quality as well. When the match needed something more on Saturday, he responded very well.

“He is an experienced player and is progressing here. This is the first time he is playing for something higher in his career, to be in the top seven, top five, top four.

“He is very motivated and one of the leaders in the dressing room. Plus his ability to play in different positions, being versatile like he is, is very important.

“Always you can feel with him 90 minutes is not a long time for him to play. He has good fitness and is in good spirit."