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Bayern Munich friendly defeat, Konsa transfer talk and Super Cup squad confirmation

Sam · 8 August 2026ADD AS GOOGLE PREFERRED SOURCE

Aston Villa fell to a 2-1 defeat against Bayern Munich in their pre-season friendly in Hong Kong today. BirminghamLive’s live coverage followed the match, while their post-match analysis highlighted some promising individual performances despite the result.

Reports continue to swirl around Ezri Konsa’s future, with the Birmingham Mail suggesting the dressing room is ‘increasingly resigned’ to his potential departure amid interest from Arsenal. While no official bid has been confirmed, there is speculation the Gunners may return with an improved offer for the defender.

Elsewhere, UEFA has confirmed Villa’s Super Cup squad, though Unai Emery retains the flexibility to make changes before the match against Manchester United. The situation regarding Brian Madjo has also been clarified in the announcement.

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