Champions League • 8 min read • Verified Editorial

Villa Park Eruption: Jhon Durán 40-Yard Wonder Lob Sinks Bayern Munich in 1-0 European Miracle

Jhon Durán scored a magnificent 79th-minute lofted goal as Aston Villa defeated Bayern Munich 1-0 at Villa Park on October 2, 2024.

By Marcus Vance (Senior English Football Correspondent) • Published: 2026-10-02 • Updated: 2026-10-11
Jhon Durán celebrates his sensational 79th-minute winner against Bayern Munich with delirious Villa Park supporters.
Jhon Durán celebrates his sensational 79th-minute winner against Bayern Munich with delirious Villa Park supporters. (Aston Villa Media / UEFA Action Hub Birmingham)

<h3>Durán Stunner Recreates 1982 European Cup Triumph</h3>

Aston Villa celebrated their first home Champions League match in 42 years with an unforgettable 1-0 victory over Bayern Munich at a rocking Villa Park on October 2, 2024.

<h3>79th-Minute Wonder Goal</h3>

Substitute Jhon Durán made an instant impact nine minutes after coming on, catching Manuel Neuer off his line with an audacious first-time 35-yard lob that flew into the net in the 79th minute.