Unai Emery called on his team to “win it for Gary” in honour of club legend Gary Shaw, who recently passed away. The legacy of Shaw in Villa’s 1982 European Cup success was recognised by Emery, and he sought to use it to inspire his team.
A Heartfelt Tribute
Emery conveyed the sympathy of the club and said to Shaw’s family and the Villa people, “We will have the memories always.” His photograph with the European Cup still stands out as a testimony of his success stories.
Aston Villa manager Unai Emery pays tribute to Gary Shaw who sadly passed away today at the age of 63. #AVFC pic.twitter.com/pbu8QmqeAZ
— Aston Villa News (@AVFC_News) September 16, 2024
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Gabby Agbonlahor on Shaw’s Humility
Another Villa man who spoke about Shaw is the former striker Gabby Agbonlahor, and this is what he said about the man and his character. Despite the outstanding outcomes, Shaw rarely boasts about himself, with an emphasis placed on nurturing young talents.”
He was so humble,” Agbonlahor said with regards to Shaw and insisted that the legacy left behind by Shaw warrants more recognition at Villa Park.
