Jadon Sancho is set to make history by appearing in his third European club final in as many years. The Manchester United winger, currently on loan at Aston Villa, helped the Birmingham side secure a place in the Europa League final, where they will face German club Freiburg on May 20.
This remarkable run of continental finals began in the 2023/2024 season. Sancho was part of the Borussia Dortmund squad that reached the UEFA Champions League final, only to suffer a 0-2 defeat against Spanish giants Real Madrid.
The following campaign saw Sancho move to Chelsea, where he played a key role in their successful UEFA Europa Conference League campaign. Chelsea lifted the trophy after a convincing 4-1 victory over Spanish side Real Betis in the final.
Now, with Aston Villa, Sancho has the opportunity to add a third European final appearance to his CV in three consecutive seasons. The upcoming match against Freiburg represents a chance for the English international to win his second European trophy.
Throughout the current club season, Sancho has made 37 appearances across all competitions. In that time, he has contributed one goal and three assists, providing important creative output for his team.
The fact that Sancho has reached these finals with three different clubs—Dortmund, Chelsea, and now Aston Villa—highlights his adaptability and consistent presence on the European stage. Each move has brought him back to the brink of continental glory.
For Aston Villa, reaching the Europa League final is a significant achievement, and having a player with Sancho's recent final experience could prove invaluable. The match against Freiburg will be a test of their collective strength and ambition.
Based on reporting from Чемпионат.com.