Villa delivered another statement performance as they defeated Freiburg 3-0 in the Europa League final on Wednesday night. The young English forward scored once and provided an assist to cap off a brilliant week for both himself and the club.
Just five days earlier, none other than, Morgan Rogers, also registered a goal and an assist against Liverpool. Now, he has carried that form onto the biggest stage in European football outside the Champions League and further strengthened his growing reputation.
The 23-year-old has now produced 27 goal contributions this season, scoring 15 goals and providing 12 assists across all competitions. Those numbers highlight the incredible progress Rogers has made under Unai Emery at Aston Villa.
Against Freiburg, Rogers looked fearless from the first minute. His movement between the lines caused constant problems, while his pace and direct attacking style stretched the German side throughout the final.
For Aston Villa, however, Rogers represents more than just a rising talent. He has become one of the key faces of Emery’s exciting project at Villa Park.
Winning a European trophy is already a massive achievement for the club. Watching Morgan Rogers announce himself on the grand stage may prove just as important for Villa’s future.