In a thrilling encounter in Salzburg, Paris Saint-Germain emerged victorious over Aston Villa with a 2-1 win to claim the UEFA Super Cup. The French side took the lead in the 20th minute when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia showcased his skill by cutting inside Matty Cash and unleashing a powerful shot that soared past goalkeeper Marco Bizot. Villa, however, proved resilient, with their 17-year-old prodigy, Brian Madjo, making a significant impact by creating multiple chances. Madjo eventually found the back of the net just before the half-time whistle, converting a superb cross from John McGinn with a composed volley and becoming the youngest player to score in the competition.
After the break, PSG restored their lead slightly past the hour mark. Ousmane Dembélé played a crucial role, sending a perfectly timed pass to Désiré Doué, who had slipped behind the Villa defense. Doué finished with confidence, although the goal was initially flagged for offside. A VAR review subsequently overturned the decision, confirming that Matty Cash had kept Doué onside, allowing the goal to stand.
Aston Villa pressed hard for an equalizer in the dying moments of the match, demonstrating remarkable determination. Warren Zaïre-Emery made a vital intervention, blocking a dangerous effort from João Gomes, while Emi Buendía narrowly missed the target with a header in stoppage time. Despite their spirited attempts, Villa could not find the net again.
PSG’s victory added another prestigious trophy to their collection, continuing their successful run under the guidance of manager Luis Enrique. The match highlighted PSG’s attacking prowess and resilience in holding onto their lead, despite the relentless pressure from Aston Villa.