Erling Haaland’s double against Tottenham not only pushed Manchester City towards their fourth consecutive Premier League title but also ensured Aston Villa’s place in the Champions League. The Villa players and their partners erupted in joy during the club’s end-of-season awards, with keeper Emi Martinez leading the celebrations by dousing teammates in champagne.

Defender Lucas Digne danced ecstatically, and boss Unai Emery raised his arms in triumph. The joy extended to a royal endorsement from Prince William, a Villa fan, who tweeted his congratulations from the Prince and Princess of Wales’ account. The players watched the game on a large screen, holding their breath as Haaland lined up a stoppage-time penalty.

His successful spot-kick ignited wild celebrations, with many capturing the moment on their phones. Villa’s qualification marks their first entry into the Champions League, having last competed in its predecessor, the European Cup, in 1982-83. Fans marveled at the club’s journey from the Championship to Europe’s elite in just five years.

Aston Villa performance and stats

Aston Villa is currently 4th in the Premier League with 68 points.

In the last 37 games, it has won 20 times, drawn 8 times, and lost 9 times. In its last match, Aston Villa drawn 3-3 against Liverpool.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 76 goals and conceding 56.​

Aston Villa will play the next match in Premier League against Crystal Palace on Sunday 19th of May in London.​