Aston Villa, nicknamed the "Villains," came from behind to defeat Red Bull Salzburg at home, automatically advancing to the Europa League round of 16.
In the final match of the 2025-26 Europa League league phase on Thursday night, 29 Jan 2026 GMT+7, Aston Villa hosted Red Bull Salzburg at Villa Park.
The result saw Aston Villa, who fell behind by two goals initially, rally to a thrilling 3-2 home victory over Red Bull Salzburg, raising their total to 21 points and securing second place in the group phase, thus advancing automatically to the Europa League round of 16. Salzburg finished third and were eliminated.
Goalscorers
Karim Konaté, 33rd minute
Moussa Konfole Yeo, 49th minute
Morgan Rogers, 65th minute
Tyrone Mings, 76th minute
Jamaladin Jimoh-Aloba, 87th minute