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Aston Villa secured a 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich at Villa Park on Wednesday night in the second round of Champions League matches, showcasing a classic underdog effort.
The visiting team controlled the ball early on in a lively Villa Park atmosphere, but Villa managed to defend effectively. This held firm until Pau Torres scored a goal that was ultimately ruled offside following a chaotic moment in the Bayern penalty area.
That push really energized the match, as both teams had some near misses. Bayern maintained their dominance, and Michael Olise prompted an excellent save from Emi Martinez.
The second half unfolded in a similar way, with the visiting team controlling the ball for most of the time, yet both teams struggled to create any significant scoring opportunities.
This all changed in the 79th minute, when substitute Jhon Duran sprinted onto a well-placed pass and surprised Neuer with an incredible lob over him.
In the final 10 minutes, the home team put up a strong defense to keep the German powerhouse at bay, creating one of the most memorable nights in Villa Park's history.
Stay updated on all the latest developments, team updates, and score changes below, along with reactions to the other Champions League games taking place this evening:
Aston Villa Edges Bayern Munich 1-0!
The referee signals the end of the match, and Villa has achieved victory!
It's a well-known evening at Villa Park!
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Aston Villa Edges Out Bayern Munich 1-0
The corner kick is taken. Once again, the ball bounces around in the Villa penalty area, but they succeed in clearing it out for a throw-in...
Chris Wilson, October 2, 2024, 9:56 PM
Aston Villa Edges Bayern Munich 1-0
There will be four extra minutes as Bayern pushes hard for a goal to level the score. Carlos is called for a handball close to the edge of the penalty area...
Kane moves in to seize what might be the last opportunity of the game, but it's deflected off course following an impressive sliding tackle!
Duran receives a yellow card for violating the rules during the play's progression.
Chris Wilson, on October 2, 2024, at 21:55.
Aston Villa Tops Bayern Munich 1-0
Bayern is going all out, and this is an incredible display of skill.
Musiala receives the ball on the left side of the penalty area and delivers a perfect diagonal pass that cuts through the Villa defense, setting up Gnabry for a clear shot. Unfortunately, the German player is unable to get it past the charging Martinez!
Chris Wilson October 2, 2024, 9:52 PM
Aston Villa Edges Out Bayern Munich 1-0
The corner has been dealt with, but Bayern is back on the attack.
Tel makes an interruption from the left side and takes a long-range shot that goes directly to Martinez.
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Aston Villa Edges Bayern Munich 1-0
Musiala remains a key player for Bayern, but he often finds himself alone on the field, similar to Kane.
He attempts to pass it to Gnabry, but it's intercepted, leading to a corner kick for Bayern.
Chris Wilson, October 2, 2024, 9:48 PM
Aston Villa Beats Bayern Munich 1-0
The midfield has turned increasingly chaotic as Villa battles to hold onto their advantage.
Kim and Laimer have been substituted with Tel and Goretzka.
Chris Wilson, October 2, 2024, at 9:45 PM.
Aston Villa Beats Bayern Munich 1-0
A long pass from Villa aims to connect with the forward, but this time it gets sent back to Neuer with a header. You weren’t too far from your goal line, were you, Manuel?
Chris Wilson, October 2, 2024, 9:43 PM
Aston Villa Edges Bayern Munich 1-0
Duran has pulled it off once more, bringing Villa close to achieving what could be one of their most memorable victories.
Bayern is building some momentum, but will they be able to break through after facing challenges for most of the past 80 minutes?
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Aston Villa Triumphs 1-0 Over Bayern Munich!
SCORE! Wow!
Martinez distributes the ball, giving Torres plenty of space to find Duran, who has made a well-timed diagonal run.
He reaches the ball ahead of everyone else and notices Neuer positioned 18 yards out of his goal. With calmness, he lifts it over the German goalkeeper, scoring to make it 1-0!
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