Paris Saint-Germain wins the UEFA Super Cup against Aston Villa
Paris Saint-Germain has started the official season in the best possible way. The Parisian team lifted the European Super Cup title after defeating Aston Villa 2-1 in an exciting match played at the Red Bull Arena in Salzburg, Austria.
With this victory, the reigning Champions League champion manages to retain the trophy for the second consecutive year, a historic milestone that until now had only been reached by European football giants such as Real Madrid and AC Milan.
The development of the meeting
The team led by Luis Enrique took the initiative from the very beginning. It was the star Kvicha Kvaratskhelia who broke the initial tie in the 21st minute, through a brilliant individual play that put the French side in the lead. However, Aston Villa, under the direction of Unai Emery, managed to level the action just before heading into the break. Brian Madjo took advantage of a precise cross from John McGinn in the 45th minute to score the 1-1 and restore equality to the scoreboard.
The second half was marked by tactical strategy. Luis Enrique opted for the entry of Ousmane Dembélé, a decision that proved to be the turning point of the match. In the 61st minute, the French attacker assisted Desire Doue, who finished coldly to score the second goal. Although the play was initially reviewed for a possible offside, VAR ended up validating the goal that sealed the final result.
This triumph consolidates Luis Enrique’s project in Paris, adding his 13th trophy at the helm of the club since his arrival in 2023 and reaffirming PSG’s hegemony on the continent.
Alofoke DeportesKey facts of the final
- Final score: PSG 2-1 Aston Villa.
- Goalscorers: Kvicha Kvaratskhelia (21′), Brian Madjo (45′) and Desire Doue (61′).
- Attendance: The match had an attendance of 30,000 spectators at the Red Bull Arena.
- Historical fact: PSG is now one of only three clubs in history to win this trophy in consecutive years.
For Unai Emery, the match left a bitter taste as he suffered his fourth defeat in UEFA Super Cup finals. For its part, PSG closes a memorable night, starting its competitive calendar with a new trophy that already occupies a privileged place in its trophy cabinet.
