"The Villans" Aston Villa exploded in form to crush Freiburg, securing the 2025-26 Europa League title.
The 2025-26 UEFA Europa League final took place at the Tüpras Stadium in Istanbul, Turkey, featuring "The Villans" Aston Villa from England's Premier League against Freiburg from Germany's Bundesliga.
In the first half at the 41st minute, Aston Villa took the lead 1-0 as Morgan Rogers crossed back to Yuri Tielemans, who struck firmly, sending the ball into the net.
During injury time at 45+3 minutes, Aston Villa extended their lead to 2-0 when Emiliano Buendía cut inside onto his left foot and curled a beautiful shot into the far post, ending the half with this score.
In the second half at the 58th minute, Aston Villa went further ahead 3-0 as Emiliano Buendía delivered a cross from the left to the near post, where Morgan Rogers arrived to finish.
Neither team scored again in the remaining time. The match ended with Aston Villa defeating Freiburg 3-0, claiming their first-ever Europa League title, their first European trophy since winning the European Cup in 1982, and their first major trophy in 30 years.