The Birmingham team conceded for the first time and lost points for the first time in a historic tournament
Bruges won a minimal victory at home against Aston Villa in the 4th round match Champions League – 1:0.
The nominal outsider was in no way inferior to the nominal favorite, and was even superior in many components.
The only goal came shortly after the break. A penalty was awarded for Tyrone Mings’ handball, and it was converted by an old-timer of the Belgian grandee, Hans Vanaken.
Aston Villa conceded a goal for the first time in their Champions League debut and lost points for the first time. Previously, Unai Emery’s team won three clean victories in this tournament, including over Bayern (1:0). In the next round, the Villans will host Juventus on November 27.
Brugge so far strictly alternates defeats with victories in the Champions League. In the fifth round, Nicky Hayen’s team will visit Celtic.
- Champions League. 4th round
Bruges — Aston Villa — 1:0 (0:0)
Goal: Vanaken, 52, with pen.
Source: Sportarena
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