Wilfried Singo marked his return from injury with a match-winning performance as Monaco edged past Aston Villa 1-0 in a crucial European clash.
The Ivorian defender’s decisive first-half goal lifted Adi Hütter’s men to their first victory of 2025, reigniting their campaign for a direct spot in the tournament’s last-16.
Monaco set the tone early, creating dangerous opportunities and earning a corner through Maghnes Akliouche. From the ensuing set-piece, Emiliano Martínez’s save on Thilo Kehrer’s header left the ball in the path of Singo, who slotted it home for his second European goal this season. His return bolstered the Monégasque defense, which effectively neutralized Aston Villa’s attacking threats.
Radosław Majecki shone in goal, thwarting Ollie Watkins twice, including a one-on-one save before the break. Although Akliouche had a goal disallowed for offside just after halftime, Monaco’s defense, led by Singo and Kehrer, stood firm.
The victory ensures Monaco’s spot in the play-offs, with a decisive match against Inter looming. Singo’s return and commanding display signal a resurgence for Hütter’s side at a pivotal moment in their season.
