Paris Saint-Germain claimed victory in the UEFA Super Cup with a 2-1 triumph over Aston Villa in a thrilling match held in Salzburg. The opening goal came in the 20th minute when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia showcased his skill by cutting inside Matty Cash and unleashing a powerful shot that beat goalkeeper Marco Bizot, giving PSG an early lead.
Despite the setback, Aston Villa responded with determination, largely driven by the impressive efforts of 17-year-old Brian Madjo. The young talent was instrumental in crafting several opportunities and eventually leveled the score just before halftime. Madjo demonstrated remarkable composure, converting a superb cross from John McGinn into a well-taken volley, making him the youngest player to score in the competition’s history.
The second half saw PSG regain the lead shortly after the 60-minute mark. Ousmane Dembélé’s incisive pass found Désiré Doué, who expertly navigated past Villa’s defense to finish with confidence. Initially, the goal was disallowed for offside, but a VAR review overturned the decision, confirming that Cash had played Doué onside.
Aston Villa, undeterred, pushed hard for another equalizer as the match progressed. They came agonizingly close on several occasions, with Warren Zaïre-Emery making a vital block to deny João Gomes, and Emi Buendía narrowly missing the target with a header in stoppage time.
Despite Villa’s resilient efforts, PSG managed to hold firm and secure the Super Cup title, adding another accolade to their collection under the management of Luis Enrique. The match not only highlighted PSG’s prowess but also underscored Villa’s spirited performance, particularly the promising display from young Madjo.