Fans Stunned as Morgan Rogers Calls Out Axel Disasi’s Error in PSG Defeat
Aston Villa’s Champions League dreams took a significant hit on Wednesday night, April 9, 2025, as they fell 3-1 to Paris Saint-Germain in the first leg of their quarter-final tie at the Parc des Princes. While the match showcased moments of brilliance from both sides, it was a post-match social media comment from Villa’s star midfielder Morgan Rogers that sent shockwaves through the fanbase. Rogers, who opened the scoring for Villa, didn’t hold back in pointing the finger at teammate Axel Disasi, labeling his defensive lapse as the “turning point” in the game.
The match started brightly for Aston Villa, with Rogers silencing the Parisian crowd in the 35th minute. A well-constructed counter-attack saw John McGinn dispossess Nuno Mendes, leading to Youri Tielemans delivering a pinpoint cross for Rogers to tap in at the far post. It was a moment of pure elation for the Villans, who had defied the odds to take the lead against the newly crowned Ligue 1 champions. However, the joy was short-lived.
PSG responded swiftly, with Desire Doue equalizing just four minutes later with a stunning curled effort. The tide truly turned early in the second half when Khvicha Kvaratskhelia capitalized on a glaring error from Disasi. The Villa defender, on loan from Chelsea, was caught out of position as Kvaratskhelia danced past him and fired a fierce shot past Emiliano Martinez at the near post. Nuno Mendes later sealed PSG’s dominance with a third goal, leaving Villa with a mountain to climb in the second leg.
Hours after the final whistle, Rogers took to social media to vent his frustration. In a now-deleted X post, he wrote: “We had it in our hands until that mistake. Disasi’s error was the turning point—can’t afford that at this level.” The blunt assessment left Villa fans reeling, with many stunned that Rogers would publicly call out a teammate in such a high-stakes moment.
Social media erupted in response. One fan posted, “Morgan’s not wrong, but airing it out like that? Bold move!” Another wrote, “Disasi was shaky all night, but Rogers throwing him under the bus is wild—team unity gone?” Others praised Rogers for his honesty, with a supporter commenting, “Love the passion. He’s spot on, that was the moment we lost control.”
Disasi, making only his second start for Villa since joining in the January transfer window, struggled to contain PSG’s dynamic attack. Kvaratskhelia’s goal, in particular, highlighted his vulnerability, as the Georgian winger exploited Disasi’s lack of pace and poor positioning. While the defender has shown promise in previous outings, this performance raised questions about his readiness for the Champions League stage.
Manager Unai Emery, speaking post-match, refused to single out individuals. “We win and lose as a team,” he said. “PSG are a top side, and we knew we’d have to suffer. We’ll learn from this and prepare for the second leg.” However, Rogers’ public critique suggests underlying tensions within the squad as they face an uphill battle to overturn the two-goal deficit at Villa Park.
For Rogers, the night was bittersweet. His 14th goal of the season underscored his growing importance to Villa, but the defeat—and his subsequent outburst—cast a shadow over his contribution. The 22-year-old has been a revelation since his £15m move from Middlesbrough in February 2024, and his fearless attitude has won him admirers. Yet, this incident may test his relationship with teammates and the Villa faithful.
As the dust settles, all eyes will be on how Villa regroup. Rogers’ comments have sparked a debate about accountability versus unity, while Disasi will need to bounce back from a night to forget. With the second leg looming, Emery’s side must channel their frustration into a performance that defies the odds—starting with patching up any cracks exposed in Paris.
