Club Brugge vs. Aston Villa player ratings: Torres stands tall as Villa win in Belgium

Pau Torres proved the unlikely architect from centre-back, providing two assists as the visitors converted their counter-attacking opportunities with ruthless efficiency.

Nicolò Tresoldi's 61st-minute penalty gave the hosts hope, but Villa held firm to secure all three points in a 3-2 win.

DAZN News rates each set of players and our player of the match:

Club Brugge vs. Aston Villa Player of the Match

Pau Torres (Aston Villa)

The Spanish centre-back delivered an exceptional attacking performance that directly shaped the result.

His pass released John McGinn for the opener at 11 minutes, and his long ball freed Nicolas Jackson for the decisive third goal at 43 minutes.

Two assists from defence demonstrated how a ball-playing centre-back can transform quick transitions into goals.

Torres combined his offensive contribution with steady defensive work as Villa held on for victory.

Club Brugge vs. Aston Villa Player Ratings

Club Brugge

Yann Sommer (5.0): Poor positioning for Jackson's goal overshadowed his five saves.

Kyriani Sabbe (6.0): Replaced at half-time after limited impact from right-back.

Han-beom Lee (6.5): Won aerial duels and made headed clearances throughout.

Brandon Mechele (6.2): Part of defence exposed in first half; needed treatment later.

Joaquin Seys (6.8): Cross won crucial penalty; provided width down left flank.

Freddie Potts (6.1): Functional in circulation but rarely penetrated Villa's structure.

Hans Vanaken (5.7): Captain booked for simulation; influence limited before substitution.

Hugo Vetlesen (7.4): Scored equaliser with composed first-time finish from edge of area.

Carlos Forbs (6.4): Direct running caused problems but end product lacking.

Jan Virgili (7.5): Brugge's most dangerous attacker; created equaliser and forced saves.

Nicolò Tresoldi (7.6): Converted penalty coolly and hit crossbar with header.

Hugo Siquet (6.6): Half-time substitute whose crosses created penalty situation.

Félix Lemaréchal (6.1): Late introduction offered little time to influence proceedings.

Cheveyo Tsawa (6.1): Unable to provide creative spark after replacing Vanaken.

Mamadou Diakhon (6.0): Brief cameo with pace on left; insufficient time to threaten.

Romeo Vermant (5.8): Booked for stopping counter-attack shortly after entering.

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Aston Villa

Zion Suzuki (7.6): Commanding display with excellent saves from Virgili and Jackson.

Aaron Wan-Bissaka (5.8): Handball conceded penalty; replaced at 68 minutes.

Victor Lindelöf (6.6): Steady defensive presence alongside Pau Torres throughout.

Pau Torres (8.4): Two assists from defence transformed counter-attacks into goals.

Ian Maatsen (6.7): Early booking limited aggression but defended capably thereafter.

Boubacar Kamara (6.9): Provided midfield stability until substituted at 68 minutes.

João Gomes (7.7): Excellent all-round display; assist for Buendía and constant threat.

John McGinn (7.9): Captain opened scoring with curled finish; led by example.

Emiliano Buendía (7.8): Restored lead at 22 minutes with sharp first-time finish.

George Hemmings (6.0): Wasted clear opportunities despite finding good positions.

Nicolas Jackson (8.1): Clinical finish for decisive third goal after Sommer error.

Lamare Bogarde (6.3): Solid defensively after replacing Wan-Bissaka at right-back.

Alysson (6.6): Direct running offered outlet on counter during closing stages.

Ross Barkley (6.3): Helped manage game in midfield without notable chances created.

Tammy Abraham (6.1): Provided physical presence to help see out victory.

 

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