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Unai Emery Etxegoien

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Contract Until: Jun 30, 2029

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Nationality

Spain

Place of Birth

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Date of Birth

Nov 3, 1971

Age

Gender

male

Preferred Formation

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Points Per Match

1.85

Tactical Style

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Career Performance

309

129

133

54.12%

22.59%

23.29%

Win %

Draw %

Lost %

Career Table

Team/Club

From

Matches

Points/Match

Win %

Aston Villa

Nov 2022

Jun 2029

104

1.77

51.92%

Villarreal

Jul 2020

Oct 2022

1.49

38.03%

Arsenal

Aug 2018

Jul 2020

1.73

49.02%

Paris Saint Germain

Aug 2017

May 2017

2.37

73.68%

Sevilla

Aug 2015

May 2016

1.37

36.84%

Average Possession

( last 5 matches )

50% Average Possession Percentage

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Matches

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Draw

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Points Per Match

0.33

Win Percentage

NaN%

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Aniruddh PramanikPublished : Nov 11, 2025, 07:22 PM

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Unai Emery is one of the most famous managers in world football currently. The Spanish coach is in charge of the sidelines of the Premier League giants, Aston Villa. Unai Emery age is 54, and he has had some of the biggest European clubs like Sevilla, Arsenal and PSG in his managerial portfolio. Throughout his career, he has earned respect and honour for his brilliant tactics, remarkable success in European tournaments and adaptability.
Born in Spain, Emery began his sporting career in football at Real Sociedad B as a midfielder. Despite not achieving great success as a player, he didn't lose his love and passion for the game and stepped into the coaching career in 2004 as Lorca Deportiva manager. According to Unai Emery stats, the Aston Villa manager has a record-breaking four Europa League titles at his disposal, with three of them coming in three consecutive years during his stay at Sevilla. With his club Aston Villa, taking big clubs in the English top flight for a run, let's discuss Unai Emery teams coached, net worth, style of play, family, etc.

Unai Emery Bio

Unai Emery was born in 1971 in Spain. He played as a midfielder during his playing days and spent his entire career in Spanish football. Unai Emery children and wife are his comfort zone when he takes time off from the game.

Full Name	Unai Emery Etxegoien
Gender	Male
Date of Birth	November 3, 1971
Age	54
Nationality	Spanish
Place of Birth	Hondarribia, Spain
Height	1.80 m
Current Team	Aston Villa (Manager)
Religion	Christianity
Zodiac Sign	Scorpio
Weight	76 Kg
Relationship Status	Married
Wife	Luisa Fernández
Children	Lander Emery

Sports Career of Unai Emery

Unai Emery career as a player was not as prolific as his managerial journey. The former Spanish midfielder spent his whole life in the lower divisions of his country. Having begun his senior professional career at Real Sociedad, he played for several more outfits like Toledo and Leganes before bidding adieu to his playing days in 2004. His leadership qualities and tactical awareness on the pitch earned him a reputation in Spain.

Club Represented	Appearances	Tenure
Real Sociedad	5	1995–1996
Toledo	126	1996–2000
Racing Ferrol	54	2000–2002
Leganés	28	2002–2003
Lorca Deportiva	30	2003–2004

Unai Emery Manager Career

Soon after hanging up his boots, Emery kicked off his humble beginnings as a manager at a lower division Spanish club Lorca Deportiva. And then he took charge at Valencia and made them a club with ambition. But, all his discipline, brilliant coaching ideas and tactical intelligence turned into footballing hallmarks when Sevilla won three consecutive Europa Leagues under his watch.
Then he went to Ligue 1 and wrote a glorious chapter for PSG by winning all domestic titles in France, including Ligue 1. He even played a major role in keeping Arsenal in shape and took them to Europa League final, only for a lost cause. Following a victorious Europa League campaign with Villarreal, Aston Villa roped him in.

Unai Emery Teams Coached

Unai Emery began his managerial journey in the Spanish lower division before coming to the biggest stage in football. He has been at the helm of some of the greatest powerhouses like Sevilla, Villarreal, PSG and Arsenal so far.

Clubs Coached	Tenure	Games Managed	Win %	Trophies
Aston Villa	2022 – Present	154	53.25%	-
Villarreal	2020-2022	129	51.16%	Europa League
Arsenal	2018-2019	78	55.13%	-
PSG	2016-2018	114	76.32%	Ligue 1, Coupe de France
Sevilla	2013-2016	205	51.71%	Europa League
Spartak Moscow	2012	26	46.15%	-
Valencia	2008-2012	220	48.64%	-
UD Almería	2006-2008	84	46.43%	-
Lorca Deportiva	2004-2006	70	48.57%	-

Unai Emery Tactics & Style of Play

When Unai Emery came to Villa Park, the Villans were hovering above the relegation zone. And then he transformed it into a club with vision and ambition. Work ethics, discipline, game awareness and hunger for more are key factors in Unai Emery Tactics. And by implementing his process, he has transformed Aston Villa into one of the most efficient clubs in Europe.
He has mastered the art of managing people and paying attention to detail. Following Unai Emery style of play, a resurrected Aston Villa reached the arena of Europe for the first time since 2010, a feat which was unthinkable before the Spaniard's arrival. For the last 2 years, he has implemented 4-4-2 formation which has sometimes taken the shape of 4-2-3-1.

Unai Emery Trophies & Achievements

Four Europa Leagues and one Ligue 1 are in the list of the Unai Emery trophies. For more, check the table below.

Competition	No. of Trophies	Years Won
Europa League	4	2013–14, 2014–15, 2015–16, 2020–21
Ligue 1	1	2017–18
Coupe de France	2	2016–17, 2017–18
Coupe de la Ligue	2	2016–17, 2017–18
Trophée des Champions	2	2016, 2017
Total	11	-

Unai Emery Net Worth

Unai Emery is a successful individual in football. He has earned a lot of money for his services as the manager of big European clubs. As of 2025, Unai Emery net worth can be estimated at around £15.5 million.

Unai Emery Salary

The Aston Villa manager is one of the highest-paid managers in the Premier League currently. According to reports, Unai Emery salary at Villa Park is close to £8 million a year.

Unai Emery Family

Unai Emery family is as famous as his managerial career. Football runs in his veins. His father, Juan Emery was a renowned stopper in Spanish second division. He currently lives in England with his wife, Luisa and son, Lander. His son is already following the family tradition and has become a goalkeeper.