Which goalkeeper saved John McGinn’s shot in the 2026 UEFA Super Cup?
Answer
Matvei Safonov
Matvei Safonov saved John McGinn’s shot in the 2026 UEFA Super Cup.
The Paris Saint-Germain goalkeeper denied McGinn in the 51st minute, shortly after Aston Villa had started the second half strongly. McGinn’s bending effort came from just outside the penalty area and was tipped away by Safonov.
Safonov started in goal for PSG, while Marco Bizot was Aston Villa’s goalkeeper. The save helped Paris preserve its advantage after the teams had reached half-time level at 1–1. Désiré Doué then scored the deciding goal in the 61st minute.
This detail can be confused with the match’s other goalkeeper actions because Bizot conceded both PSG goals and Safonov faced several Villa chances. Safonov’s save from McGinn was specifically highlighted in UEFA’s key-moments summary.