In a thrilling UEFA Super Cup match held in Salzburg, Paris Saint-Germain emerged victorious over Aston Villa with a 2-1 win. The French side took an early lead in the 20th minute when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia skillfully maneuvered past Matty Cash to unleash a powerful shot that went beyond the reach of goalkeeper Marco Bizot. Aston Villa, undeterred by the setback, mounted a strong response through the impressive efforts of 17-year-old Brian Madjo, who created multiple opportunities before finding the net just before halftime. Madjo’s composed volley, off a precise John McGinn cross, not only leveled the score but also made him the youngest player to score in the history of the competition.
PSG reclaimed their advantage shortly after the hour mark. Ousmane Dembélé played a critical role by threading a pass to Désiré Doué, who broke through Villa’s defensive line and finished with confidence. Although the linesman initially flagged the goal for offside, a VAR check confirmed that Matty Cash had kept Doué onside, allowing the goal to stand and giving PSG the lead.
Aston Villa, however, was relentless in their pursuit of another equalizer. Their efforts were highlighted by a crucial block from Warren Zaïre-Emery, who denied João Gomes a clear shot at goal. Additionally, Emi Buendía narrowly missed a chance to level the game again with a header that went wide during stoppage time.
Despite Aston Villa’s determined performance and several close attempts to score, PSG held firm to secure the victory. This win adds another prestigious trophy to PSG’s collection under the guidance of manager Luis Enrique, further cementing their status as a dominant force in European football.