PSG conquers the European Super Cup: Parisian dominance in Salzburg
Paris Saint-Germain has started the official season on the right foot by being crowned champion of the European Super Cup. In an exciting duel played at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, the French team won 2-1 against Aston Villa, reaffirming its hierarchy in continental football.
With this triumph, PSG manages to retain the title obtained the previous year, becoming only the third club in history to win two consecutive European Super Cups, a select group that also includes Real Madrid and Milan.
The development of the meeting
The scoring opened in the 21st minute thanks to a brilliant individual effort by the Georgian Kvicha Kvaratskhelia, who gave the lead to Luis Enrique’s side. However, Aston Villa, under the management of Unai Emery, did not give up and managed to level the score just before halftime (45′) through a strike by Brian Madjo, following a precise assist from John McGinn.
In the second half, the strategy of Spanish coach Luis Enrique was key. The entry of Ousmane Dembélé onto the pitch changed the rhythm of the match. Precisely, Dembélé was the architect of the assist for Desire Doue to score the definitive goal in the 61st minute. Although the play was reviewed by VAR due to a possible offside position, the goal was validated, sealing the final 2-1 score.
This victory consolidates Luis Enrique’s project in Paris, adding his 13th trophy at the helm of the team since his arrival in 2023 and demonstrating once again his ability to manage high-stakes matches.
Key match data
- Final result: PSG 2-1 Aston Villa.
- Goalscorers: Kvicha Kvaratskhelia (21′), Brian Madjo (45′) and Desire Doue (61′).
- Venue: Red Bull Arena, Salzburg, in front of 30,000 spectators.
- Milestone: PSG equals Real Madrid and Milan in the feat of winning the title in consecutive years.
For Unai Emery, the match represented a tough setback, marking his fourth defeat in finals of this tournament. For its part, PSG begins its campaign with a trophy in its cabinet, sending a clear message to its rivals about its aspirations for this new football cycle.
