Match Summary

Aston Villa – Young Boys Bern: 2–1

Aston Villa held off a late charge from Young Boys Bern to claim a 2–1 win at Villa Park in the UEFA Europa League. Donyell Malen struck twice in the first half, assisted by Youri Tielemans and Morgan Rogers, giving the home side full control by the break. Joel Monteiro’s 90th-minute goal offered hope for the Swiss visitors, but it came too late. Villa dominated with 59% possession and 18 shots, showing their attacking intent throughout. The result extends their impressive European form under the lights in Birmingham.

Man of the Match

Top player: Donyell Malen (Aston Villa)

A clinical performance from the Dutch striker, who bagged a decisive brace to power Aston Villa past Young Boys.
Malen struck first in the 27th minute with a clean finish from Youri Tielemans' assist, then doubled the lead before halftime, latching onto Morgan Rogers' setup.
His sharp finishing ultimately made the difference in a tight 2-1 victory, sealing all three points for Villa at home.

Conclusion

Aston Villa showcased attacking precision and resilience, relying on Malen’s lethal finishing and key contributions from Tielemans and Rogers. The win cements their strong position in the group and highlights their growing European pedigree.