La Liga Regular Season - 32
Villarreal 2 - 1 FT Celta Vigo
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
2' G. Moreno
M. Alonso 14'
18' A. Pedraza
29' N. Pepe (A. Pedraza)
I. Radu 29'
42' N. Pepe
P. Duran 45'+3
HT
↓ P. Duran ↑F. Jutgla 46'
70' P. Gueye
B. Iglesias 73'
B. Iglesias 74'
↓ M. Alonso ↑I. Aspas 76'
↓ H. Sotelo ↑F. Lopez 76'
↓ H. Alvarez ↑A. Nunez 76'
78' ↓ P. Gueye ↑D. Parejo
78' ↓ N. Pepe ↑A. Gonzalez
78' ↓ A. Pedraza ↑S. Cardona
↓ B. Iglesias ↑H. Gonzalez 83'
85' ↓ G. Mikautadze ↑A. Perez
90'+2 ↓ A. Moleiro ↑T. Partey
I. Moriba 90'+4
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Villarreal
Goalkeepers
Arnau Tenas 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Alexander Freeman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rafa Marín 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Renato Veiga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alfonso Pedraza 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.6
Rating
Midfielders
Nicolas Pépé 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Santi Comesaña
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pape Gueye 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
1
Fouls
6.9
Rating
Alberto Moleiro 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Forwards
Gerard Moreno
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Georges Mikautadze
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Luiz Júnior 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Pau Navarro
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Willy Kambwala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Logan Costa
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergi Cardona
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Thomas Partey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dani Parejo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alfon González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tani Oluwaseyi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ayoze Perez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
3
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Lopez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Celta Vigo
Goalkeepers
Ionuț Radu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Javi Rodríguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Yoel Lago
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
4
Fouls
6.7
Rating
Marcos Alonso
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Midfielders
Óscar Mingueza
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Sotelo 
MAGNET
68
Activity
68
Activity
64
Passes
4
Duels
Ilaix Moriba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Carreira
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
88
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Pablo Durán
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Hugo Álvarez
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
76
Total Mins
76
Entry
Borja Iglesias
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
BENCH
Iván Villar
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Alvaro Núñez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Manu Fernández
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Domínguez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mihailo Ristic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Javier Rueda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Fer López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrés Antañón
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jones El-Abdellaoui
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ferran Jutglà
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
43
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Iago Aspas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/31/2025 | Celta Vigo | 1 - 1 | Villarreal | La Liga | Estadio Abanca Balaídos |
| 04/23/2025 | Celta Vigo | 3 - 0 | Villarreal | La Liga | Estadio Abanca-Balaídos |
| 08/26/2024 | Villarreal | 4 - 3 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| 05/05/2024 | Celta Vigo | 3 - 2 | Villarreal | La Liga | Estadio Abanca-Balaídos |
| 12/20/2023 | Villarreal | 3 - 2 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| 04/30/2023 | Villarreal | 3 - 1 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| 01/13/2023 | Celta Vigo | 1 - 1 | Villarreal | La Liga | Abanca-Balaídos |
| 03/12/2022 | Villarreal | 1 - 0 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| 11/20/2021 | Celta Vigo | 1 - 1 | Villarreal | La Liga | Abanca-Balaídos |
| 05/09/2021 | Villarreal | 2 - 4 | Celta Vigo | La Liga | Estadio de la Cerámica |
08/31/2025
04/23/2025
08/26/2024
05/05/2024
12/20/2023
04/30/2023
01/13/2023
03/12/2022
11/20/2021
05/09/2021
Villarreal Win
Celta Vigo Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Yellow Submarine Torpedo Celta with Blistering Start
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 55/100. A frantic opening half paved the way for a crucial home victory that keeps Champions League dreams firmly on track.
The Early Breakthrough
The expectant spectators inside the Estadio de la Ceramica had barely taken their seats before this gripping league fixture violently exploded into life. Just two minutes following the opening whistle, the referee pointed firmly to the spot, completely shattering the pre-match Balance before the visitors could even draw breath. G. Moreno stepped up with trademark composure and clinically dispatched the resulting penalty, leaving Celta Vigo stunned and scrambling right from the outset. This vital early breakthrough dictated a truly relentless Intensity throughout the entirety of the first half. The rampant hosts suffocated their disoriented opponents, rapidly turning every loose ball into a devastating attacking transition. With physical battles erupting across the pitch, the opening phases felt entirely dictated by the home side's furious and unrelenting tempo, pushing the overwhelmed Galician defenders to their absolute breaking point.
The Decisive Cushion
Capitalising ruthlessly on their dominant early momentum, Villarreal deservedly doubled their advantage just before the half-hour mark. The dynamic N. Pepe found the back of the net after latching onto a perfectly weighted delivery from A. Pedraza, leaving the shell-shocked visitors staring down the terrifying barrel of a heavy away defeat. Yet, the proud away side flatly refused to capitulate under the mounting pressure. They steadily gathered their scattered composure following the interval, eventually edging possession to fifty-two percent as they desperately sought a viable route back into the contest. The Upset Factor suddenly spiked dramatically in the seventy-third minute when B. Iglesias confidently converted a penalty of his own. That crucial late strike entirely altered the tactical complexion of the fixture.
The Final Stand
The frantic closing stages inevitably transformed into a nerve-shredding defensive siege as the determined visitors threw extra bodies forward in search of a dramatic late equaliser. It was precisely during this chaotic period that Renato Veiga proved his immense tactical worth to the side. The stalwart defender delivered a masterful, man-of-the-match performance, solidly anchoring the fragile backline and successfully repelling wave after wave of desperate Galician attacks. The sheer overall Stakes of this gripping encounter were blindingly evident at the final whistle. These massive three points confidently propel the home side considerably closer to securing a highly coveted Champions League berth, leaving them sitting comfortably in third place with sixty-two points. Conversely, for the travelling squad, it serves as a deeply frustrating reality check that keeps them firmly cemented in the mid-table.
Key Questions
Who scored the opening goal?
G. Moreno converted a penalty in the second minute to give the hosts an early lead.
Who was the standout player?
Renato Veiga earned player of the match honors for an exceptional defensive display in the second half.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Villarreal's Top Four Resolve Tested by Celta Vigo
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 62/100. A phenomenal home record collides with a desperate chase for European football in a clash that could define the season's final stretch.
The Setup
The Estadio de la Ceramica hosts a pivotal encounter this April 26, 2026. Villarreal sit comfortably in third place, eyeing the riches of the Champions League. Their formidable Form is built on a ruthless home record, securing twelve wins from fifteen matches in front of their own fans. Celta Vigo, however, are far from mere passengers. Sitting seventh, the visitors are hunting down European qualification spots. While the broader Stakes might not dictate the title race, the fight for top-four positioning remains fierce. Expect fireworks regardless of a modest Stars rating. With a combined average of 3.7 goals per game between these sides, entertainment is practically guaranteed. Watch for midfield orchestrators like Alberto Moleiro to unlock tight spaces for the hosts.
Key Battle
Villarreal's high-flying attacking unit against Celta Vigo's transitional defence will dictate the tempo. The hosts average well over two goals per game at home. The visiting backline must absorb relentless pressure and pick their moments to counter. If Celta cannot plug the gaps early, the game will slip away fast.
Our Prediction
We back Villarreal to take all three points. An off-the-charts Balance rating suggests Celta will make it a contest, likely snatching a goal on the break. However, the hosts' dominance in possession and sheer firepower will eventually overwhelm the visitors in a 3-1 victory.