Aston Villa dismantled Sheffield United with an emphatic 5-0 victory, placing the spotlight firmly on Douglas Luiz.
The Brazilian maestro's performance was nothing short of sensational, earning him widespread acclaim, not least from his partner and Aston Villa's women's team star, Alisha Lehmann, via Instagram.
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Douglas Luiz's artistry was on full display as he served up what many are calling the 'assist of the season' - a sublime pass that found Ollie Watkins for Villa's second goal.
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This moment of brilliance wasn't lost on Alisha Lehmann, who didn't hold back in her praise for Luiz, celebrating the assist's sheer quality on social media as reported by Goal.
The chemistry between Luiz and his teammates, including key figures like Watkins and John McGinn, has been a driving force behind Aston Villa's impressive run this season.
Currently sitting fourth in the Premier League standings and boasting the third-highest goal tally, the Villains are proving to be a force to be reckoned with.
Power Couple On and Off the Field
Off the field, Douglas Luiz and Alisha Lehmann are capturing the imagination of football fans everywhere. Lehmann, the most-followed female footballer on Instagram with 16.3 million followers, and Luiz have been an item since November 2021, their relationship blossoming within the supportive environment of the Birmingham-based club.
This week sees both players taking centre stage in crucial domestic cup clashes. Lehmann will be in action for Aston Villa's women's team against Brighton in the FA Women's Cup on Wednesday, February 7.
Hot on her heels, Luiz will showcase his talents for the men's team in an eagerly anticipated FA Cup fourth-round replay against Chelsea.