Aston Villa secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Club Brugge in their Champions League opener. John McGinn, Emiliano Buendía and Nicolas Jackson scored in the first half to put Villa 3-1 ahead, while Nicolò Tresoldi’s second-half penalty set up a tense finish. Despite heavy pressure from the hosts, Unai Emery’s side held on to claim three valuable points.