Aston Villa triumphed in the Europa League final to win their first piece of European silverware in 44 years as they swept SC Freiburg aside 3-0 in Istanbul.
The Premier League team never looked in danger of an upset and took control of the match from the first whistle with Morgan Rogers forcing an early save. Unai Emery’s men where made to wait for the opening goal but it was worth it.
Youri Tielemans arrived on the right side of the area to volley home and send the Villa fans wild. Emiliano Buendia then added a second with a delightful curling effort as Villa doubled their lead before Rogers tapped home at the near post to guarantee the win.
The victory is Emery’s fifth triumph in the Europa League, and first piece of silverware with Villa. It is a first major trophy for 30 years for the midlands club and the finest end to a superb season.
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