Paris Saint-Germain kicked off their new season in ideal fashion by securing a 2-1 victory over Aston Villa to retain the UEFA Super Cup. Following the hard-fought triumph, midfielder Warren Zaire-Emery hailed the incredible unity within Luis Enrique's squad as they target even more silverware.
Emiliano Buendia insists Aston Villa can take pride in their performance despite falling to a 2-1 defeat against Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup. The Argentine playmaker believes the spirit shown against the European champions signals a promising start to a new era for Unai Emery's side following significant summer changes.
Paris Saint-Germain summer signing Maghnes Akliouche has earned glowing praise from manager Luis Enrique following his debut. The 24-year-old French international impressed during a 45-minute cameo in PSG's 2-1 UEFA Super Cup victory over Aston Villa.
Paris Saint-Germain hero Desire Doue has declared that the French champions intend to win every available trophy this season following their UEFA Super Cup triumph. The France international produced a brilliant goal and assist as Luis Enrique's side edged past Aston Villa 2-1, becoming just the fourth club in history to retain the silverware.
Aston Villa have seen their teenage striker Brian Madjo officially become the youngest player ever to score in a UEFA Super Cup final. A close-range, left-footed volley into the roof of the net against Paris Saint-Germain secured an important equaliser. This precise finish put the 17-year-old firmly into the European history books during a highly competitive first half.