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Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans out for Aston Villa for up to 10 weeks
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Aston Villa's Jadon Sancho, right, celebrates with teammate Youri Tielemans after scoring the opening goal during a Europa League opening phase soccer match between Fenerbahce and Aston Villa, in Istanbul, Turkey, Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026. - photo by AP Photo/Francisco Seco
BIRMINGHAM, England (AP) — Premier League title contender Aston Villa will be without Belgium midfielder Youri Tielemans for eight to 10 weeks, manager Unai Emery said on Wednesday. The 28-year-old Tielemans was injured in the 74th minute of the 2-0 victory over Newcastle at St James’ Park on Sunday. The win moved third-place Villa within four points of leader Arsenal.