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Aston Villa Has Captain McGinn Back to Face Lille in Europa League Last 16

On Thursday, Aston Villa captain John McGinn travels to France and is available for the Europa League last-16 first leg at Lille.
Having missed 10 matches after a knee injury in the Everton match, John McGinn was absent for seven weeks before returning to training earlier this week.
He could play four matches before reporting for Scotland duty, including two legs against Lille and Premier League trips to Manchester United and West Ham.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery said McGinn 'is here' and can play, while Scotland head coach Steve Clarke will name his squad early next week, keeping McGinn in contention for friendlies.
Capped 80 times for Scotland, McGinn's return boosts Villa, who have won only one of their last seven matches.

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