The match was a crucial one for Aston Villa, who are still in the running for a spot in the Champions League. Postecoglu decided to make several changes to his lineup, prioritizing the upcoming Europa League final against Manchester United on May 21st.

During the post-game press conference, Postecoglu expressed his frustration at his team's inability to keep up with Aston Villa. He praised his players' hard work and discipline, but noted that they struggled to maintain their energy levels after Aston Villa scored the first goal.

Postecoglu acknowledged that his team was fatigued, as many players had not played much recently. He felt that this fatigue contributed to the team's loss of confidence and ultimately, the game slipping away from them.