Aston Villa will need to continue to use their squad to the fullest extent this season.

That is the view of head coach Unai Emery, who spoke after a 4-1 loss to Manchester City.

Despite being in the game for the first period, Villa were swept aside by Phil Foden's hat-trick by the end of the contest.

“I'm a little bit disappointed but we tried to compete until minute 60 when they scored their third goal," Emery told reporters post-game.

“We were planning to change some players, but after they scored the third goal it was more difficult. They were pushing a lot and controlling the game more than us.

“We were getting some transitions but they showed their power and their capacity to beat us. It was a very tough match.

“We have to accept the result. We had to give some players a chance to play, like Robin Olsen, like Tim and striker Jhon Durán, Zaniolo and Morgan.

“I am happy with the opportunity they had to get confidence and be stronger in our structure. We will need a lot of players for the next matches we are facing."