The UEFA Super Cup kicks off the 2026/27 European season with an intriguing clash between Paris Saint Germain and Aston Villa. PSG, entering their first competitive fixture of the season, will be an unknown quantity, with their form yet to be established. In contrast, Aston Villa arrive with a season's worth of data, boasting a respectable 52% win rate from their previous campaign, though their recent five-game form has been mixed with two wins, one draw, and two losses.
This fixture promises goals, with previous encounters seeing Villa snatch a 3-2 victory, and PSG securing a 3-1 win. The odds reflect a tight contest, with PSG marginally favoured at 1.81 despite their lack of recent match action. Aston Villa, at 4.6, represent an enticing underdog bet given their competitive experience. The "Over 2.5 goals" market at 1.91 suggests an open game, aligning with the historical H2H. Key narratives will revolve around how PSG's star power integrates from the outset against a Villa side already in rhythm. Watch for early dominance from either side and how well PSG's defence copes with Villa's attacking threat.
40. Marco Bizot, 2. Matty Cash, 3. Victor Lindelöf, 14. Pau Torres, 22. Ian Maatsen, 8. Boubacar Kamara, 35. João Gomes, 7. John McGinn, 53. George Hemmings, 10. Emiliano Buendía, 39. Brian Madjo
Match events
20' Goal Normal Goal — K. Kvaratskhelia (Paris Saint Germain) (assists: D. Doue)
45' Goal Normal Goal — B. Madjo (Aston Villa) (assists: J. McGinn)
46' subst Substitution 1 — M. Akliouche (Paris Saint Germain) (assists: O. Dembele)
51' Card Yellow Card — P. Torres (Aston Villa)
61' Goal Normal Goal — D. Doue (Paris Saint Germain) (assists: O. Dembele)
64' Card Yellow Card — Joao Gomes (Aston Villa)
72' Card Yellow Card — J. McGinn (Aston Villa)
72' subst Substitution 1 — B. Kamara (Aston Villa) (assists: L. Bogarde)
72' subst Substitution 2 — B. Madjo (Aston Villa) (assists: T. Abraham)
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