Madjo scores youngest-ever UEFA Super Cup goal in Villa defeat

Seventeen-year-old Brian Madjo made a historic debut for Aston Villa, scoring the youngest-ever goal in UEFA Super Cup history, but it was not enough to prevent a 2-1 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in Salzburg on Wednesday night. The striker's milestone moment came after a protracted wait to be cleared for competitive play, a saga that ended just days before the match.

Madjo, who signed from French club Metz in January, had been unable to represent Villa due to FIFA regulations concerning the transfer of an international minor. Despite being born in Enfield, north London, his previous international appearances for Luxembourg triggered the restriction. The situation was resolved on August 4, when the Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld Villa's appeal, allowing the teenager to be registered. His teammates had publicly supported him during the wait, with captain John McGinn and midfielder Amadou Onana posting "free madjo" on social media.

The striker's inclusion in the starting lineup for the Super Cup was a testament to manager Unai Emery's faith, which was forged during a preseason where Madjo scored five goals. He immediately made an impact in Salzburg, using his physical...