Aston Villa suffered a 1-0 defeat against Club América in a pre-season friendly at Soldier Field, raising concerns among fans as the Premier League season approaches. Supporters expressed disappointment over the lack of depth in the squad and the reliance on key players like Ollie Watkins and Douglas Luiz, whose absence was felt during the match. Unai Emery's rotated side struggled, particularly in defense, allowing Club América to score in the 77th minute thanks to Igor Lichnovsky's assist to Illian Hernández. While some fans remain optimistic about Emery's capabilities, others call for immediate improvements ahead of the season. The match was attended by a sparse crowd, highlighting a strong support for the Mexican side, and a moment of silence was observed for the late Craig Shakespeare, a former assistant coach at Villa. Additionally, rumors of Jack Grealish's potential return to Aston Villa circulated, as he seeks more playing time after falling out of favor at Manchester City.