First-half treble powers Aston Villa to Champions League win at Club Brugge

Aston Villa secured their first Champions League win of the season with a 3-1 lead at half-time against Club Brugge, with goals from John McGinn, Emi Buendía, and a debut goal for Nicolas Jackson in claret and blue. The Belgian side fought back after Aaron Wan-Bissaka conceded a second-half penalty, making for a tense finish after Villa had appeared comfortable. Villa ultimately held on for victory in what proved to be an entertaining Champions League opener.