
UEFA Europa League
7:00 p.mMay 20, 2026
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Tüpraş Stadium
Referee: François Letexier, France


SC Freiburg


Aston Villa
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1
Noah Atubolu
29
Philip Treu
3
Philip Lienhart
28
Matthias Ginter
17
Luke Kübler
27
Nicolas Höfler
8
Maximilian Eggestein
32
Vincenzo Grifo
44
Johan Manzambi
19
Jan-Niklas Beste
31
Igor Matanović
Substitutes
26
Maximilian Felipe
22
Cyriaque Irie
6
Patrick Osterhage
43
Bruno Ogbus
33
Jordi Makengo
30
Christian Günter
5
Anthony Jung
24
Jannik Huth
21
Florian Müller
7
Derry Scherhant
9
Lucas Höller
37
Maximilian Rosenfelder
23
Emiliano Martinez
12
Lucas Digne
14
Pau Torres
4
Ezri Konsa
2
Matty Cash
8
Youri Tielemans
3
Victor Lindelöf
10
Emiliano Buendía
27
Morgan Rogers
7
John McGinn
11
Ollie Watkins
Substitutes
18
Tammy Abraham
31
Leon Bailey
26
Lamare Bogarde
21
Douglas Luiz
19
Jadon Sancho
9
Harvey Elliott
22
Ian Maatsen
16
Andres Garcia
5
Tyrone Mings
64
James Wright
40
Marco Bizot
24
Amadou Onana

UEFA Europa League Ranking – UEFA Europa League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Europa League (Play Off: Round of 16)
- Promotion – Europa League (Play Off: 1/16 final)
Aston Villa put in a strong performance to secure a 3-0 win over SC Freiburg in the UEFA Europa League, maintaining their perfect record in the competition.
Aston Villa traveled to Tüpraş Stadyumu with confidence running through their ranks. The Birmingham club had won the first two matches without conceding a goal. SC Freiburg arrived looking for their first win after drawing the first leg and winning the second leg.
The visiting team dominated from the opening whistle, controlling possession and dictating play. Villa’s attacking intent was clear from the start, with their midfield pressing high and forcing Freiburg into defensive positions early on.
Villa broke through with a clinical finish that set the tone for the entire contest. The away movement off the ball created space which Freiburg struggled to contain. Midway through the first half, Villa had gained complete control of the game.
Freiburg tried to respond, but lacked the necessary cutting edge against Villa’s organized defence. The German team’s attacks came in short bursts, easily repelled by the visitors’ disciplined back line. The Villa keeper remained largely untested in the opening period.
In the second half, Villa extended their lead with a second goal that effectively settled the game. Freiburg’s defensive frailties became more apparent as Villa’s attackers found space with increasing regularity. The home side made substitutions to try and shift the momentum, but Villa’s grip never wavered.
Villa added a third goal to complete a dominant display, sealing a comprehensive victory. Freiburg’s players showed frustration as they chased the game without finding a way through. The latter phase saw Villa manage the game comfortably, seeing out the remaining minutes without alarm.
The statistics reflect Villa’s superiority everywhere. The visitors created numerous chances and converted their chances with precision. Freiburg managed limited attacking chances and failed to trouble the Villa goalkeeper with consistency.
This result maintains Villa’s perfect start to the Europa League with two wins from two games. The visitors are third in their group with six points and a clean sheet. Freiburg’s position remains precarious after two games, with their tournament hopes now hanging in the balance.
Aston Villa’s display showed the quality that has made them genuine contenders in European competition. Their next match will test if they can maintain this form against tougher opposition.

