Tyrone Mings redefined his earlier Champions League performance by leading Aston Villa to a 3-1 victory against Club Brugge in the last-16 first leg. Mings, who had faced criticism for a costly mistake in their previous encounter, expressed a sense of pride and redemption. He provided a key assist and contributed to a well-rounded team performance against a familiar opponent. Aston Villa looks ahead to a potential clash with Liverpool or PSG in the quarter-finals, as Mings shows promise of returning to top form after overcoming past challenges.
Mings noted his pride in the team's performance, stating, 'I really enjoyed this game. We played against them [in the league phase] and knew a bit of what to expect.'
Emery had called Mings' earlier mistake 'the biggest mistake I have witnessed in my career', highlighting the extreme pressure and scrutiny faced by players in high-stakes matches.
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