PSG Pertahankan Gelar Piala Super Eropa Usai Kalahkan Aston Villa 2-1 di Final 2026

Thecuy.com – Paris Saint‑Germain (PSG) asserted renewed European supremacy by retaining the 2026 UEFA Super Cup trophy after a slender 2‑1 victory over Aston Villa in the final at Salzburg’s Red Bull Arena on Thursday (13/8) early WIB.

The Parisian side entered the match intent on defending the crown they had lifted the previous season. In last year’s encounter PSG triumphed over Tottenham Hotspur on penalties. Aston Villa, champions of the 2026 Europa League, were determined to prove they could stand up to the giants.

Also read:

How the Game Unfolded

Paris Saint‑Germain broke the deadlock in the 20th minute courtesy of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. The strike followed Desire Doue’s attempt, which Aston Villa’s keeper Marco Bizot saved. Doue recovered the ball, slipped a pass to Kvaratskhelia, and the ex‑Napoli forward fired a fierce effort into the upper left corner, putting PSG ahead 1‑0.

Aston Villa responded by ratcheting up the pressure and found an equaliser right on the brink of halftime. Brian Madjo netted in the 45th minute, converting a John McGinn pass while evading PSG centre‑back Willian Pacho’s tight marking.

After the break, PSG restored their advantage in the 61st minute when Desire Doue struck. The youngster escaped an offside trap and unleashed a curling shot that Aston Villa’s goalkeeper failed to keep out.

Also read:

Undeterred by the deficit, Aston Villa pushed for an equaliser by bringing on attacking options like Tammy Abraham and Alysson Edward. The substitutes generated several threatening chances; George Hemmings’ effort in the 75th minute was halted by PSG goalkeeper Warren Zaire‑Emery.

Ultimately, however, the match ended without more goals, confirming a 2‑1 win for PSG and allowing them to keep the European Super Cup.

Why This Victory Matters

This triumph positions Paris Saint‑Germain alongside AC Milan and Real Madrid as the only clubs to secure back‑to‑back European Super Cup trophies. Their feat underlines the Parisian side’s consistent dominance and competitive edge across Europe.

Also read:

PSG manager Luis Enrique deployed a 4‑3‑3 system, entrusting Matvey Safonov to guard the goal and a forward trio of Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, Desire Doue and Maghnes Akliouche, who stayed productive throughout the encounter.

Conversely, Aston Villa boss Unai Emery, a former PSG mentor, set up his squad in a 4‑2‑3‑1 line‑up. Despite falling short of silverware, his side offered PSG a stern test and highlighted the prowess of the Europa League representatives.

Team Line‑ups

• PSG (4‑3‑3): Matvey Safonov; Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Willian Pacho, Nuno Mendes; Warren Zaire‑Emery, Vitinha, Joatildeo Neves; Maghnes Akliouche, Desire Doue, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia. Coach: Luis Enrique.
• Aston Villa (4‑2‑3‑1): Marco Bizot; Matty Cash, Victor Nilsson Lindelöf, Pau Torres, Ian Maatsen; Boubacar Kamara, Joatildeo Gomes; John McGinn, Emiliano Buendia, George Hemmings; Brian Madjo. Coach: Unai Emery.

Thanks to the win, PSG cemented its status among Europe’s top clubs and expanded its tally of international honours. Aston Villa, meanwhile, will keep developing its talent with the aim of securing greatness down the line.

Check out more articles at News Page Thank you for visiting thecuy. 🙂