Youri Tielemans and Emi Buendia put Villa two goals ahead just before half time. Morgan Rogers scored a third just after half time to seal an emphatic victory in Istanbul.
The victory marks Villa’s first major trophy success since 1996, when they won the League Cup. Villa last won the UEFA Cup in 1982, 44 years ago.
Unai Emery has now won the Europa League a record five times: Three times with Sevilla, once with Villarreal and now once with Villa.
Prince William, a staunch supporter of the club, was in attendance in Istanbul. He was seen celebrating as Villa’s goals went in.
