Nineties icon Claudia Schiffer was in the stands for Brentford's Carabao Cup triumph over Aston Villa.

The Bees secured their place in the last 16 on Tuesday with a 4-2 penalty shootout victory at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Hakon Valdimarsson saved from John McGinn and Matty Cash after the match had ended in a 1-1 draw.

It followed Aaron Hickey's second half equaliser, which cancelled out an opener from Harvey Elliott to give the visitors the lead.

Brentford now head into next Wednesday's fourth round draw as Keith Andrews continues his solid start as manager.

The Irishman had the support of his club's latest investors against Villa with Schiffer cheering the home side on.

While Aston Villa count Hollywood legend Tom Hanks as one of their most famous fans , Schiffer was joined b

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