Villarreal 4–0 Girona: Yellow Submarine’s Dominant Home Victory

Villarreal put on a strong show on Sunday, beating Girona 4–0 at Estadio de la Cerámica. This win marks their second straight victory in the 2025–26 LaLiga season.

Nicolas Pépé got the first goal in the seventh minute. He used a fast counterattack to blast the ball past the goalkeeper. Rafa Marín doubled the lead in the 25th minute with a powerful header from a set-piece. Tajon Buchanan stole the show. He scored two goals with sharp finishes in the 16th and 28th minutes. This put the game out of reach.

Marcelino’s team held the ball most of the game. They often tested Girona’s defense and kept the visitors from making many attacks. The hosts made 68% of their passes in the opponent’s half. They recorded 14 shots on target, in contrast to Girona’s three attempts. Defensively, Víctor Ruiz and Juan Foyth led the back line. They helped Villarreal earn their first clean sheet of the season.

Girona, trying to earn their first points of the season, found it hard to handle Villarreal’s intensity. Manager Míchel’s tactics didn’t break the home side’s rhythm. The Catalans struggled to create chances after an early free-kick.

Villarreal’s win puts them in fourth place with six points from two matches. Girona, on the other hand, sits at the bottom of the table with two losses and no goals scored. The Yellow Submarine is now set for their UEFA Champions League opener next week. They feel motivated by this bold statement of intent.

Key Facts Estadio de la Cerámica, Villarreal Attendance: 18,500 Referee: Pablo González Fuertes

Goalscorers: – 7′ Nicolas Pépé (VIL) – 16′ Tajon Buchanan (VIL) – 25′ Rafa Marín (VIL) – 28′ Tajon Buchanan (VIL)

Villarreal lineup (4–4–2): - Luiz Júnior (Goalkeeper) - Rafa Marín - Juan Foyth - Sergi Cardona - Santiago Mouriño - Pape Gueye - Santi Comesaña - Yeremy Pino - Nicolas Pépé - Tajon Buchanan - Etta Eyong

Girona is back at La Cerámica for the first time since 2023. They aim for redemption as they host Sevilla in their next league match.