THE PLAYERS

Peter Withe is a legendary figure in Aston Villa’s history, best known for scoring the decisive goal in the club’s greatest triumph—the 1982 European Cup final. The English striker joined Villa in 1980 and played a pivotal role in their 1980-81 First Division-winning campaign, forming a formidable partnership with Gary Shaw.

Withe’s strength, aerial ability, and clinical finishing made him a crucial asset for the team, and his contributions were instrumental in Villa’s dominance during the early 1980s. His most iconic moment came in the European Cup final against Bayern Munich, where he bundled in the only goal of the match, securing Villa’s status as champions of Europe.

Tony Morley is an Aston Villa legend best remembered for his dazzling wing play and vital contributions during the club’s golden era in the early 1980s. Joining Villa in 1979, Morley quickly became a fan favorite with his electrifying pace, dribbling ability, and knack for scoring spectacular goals. He played a crucial role in Villa’s 1980-81 First Division title-winning campaign, providing key assists and chipping in with important goals.

His most iconic moment came in the 1982 European Cup, where his brilliant run and cross set up Peter Withe’s winning goal in the final against Bayern Munich. Morley’s flair and creativity made him one of the most exciting wingers of his time, and his legacy at Villa Park remains firmly cemented among the club’s greatest players.

Nigel Spink etched his name into Aston Villa’s history with a heroic performance in the 1982 European Cup final, where he replaced the injured Jimmy Rimmer early in the match and delivered a stunning display against Bayern Munich. Despite having little first-team experience at the time, Spink made several crucial saves to preserve Villa’s 1-0 lead, helping secure the club’s greatest triumph.

He went on to establish himself as Villa’s first-choice goalkeeper for over a decade, making more than 450 appearances between 1977 and 1996. Renowned for his shot-stopping ability, composure, and leadership, Spink became a key figure for the club and remains one of Villa’s most celebrated goalkeepers.