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December 22, 2025
Villarreal tried everything against Barcelona – except moving the game to Miami
In a match mercifully on Spanish soil, Villarreal bombarded Barça but were undone by profligacy and ill-discipline
TL;DR
- Barcelona defeated Villarreal 2-0.
- Villarreal created many chances but failed to convert them.
- A controversial penalty awarded to Barcelona and a red card for Villarreal's Renato Veiga were key turning points.
- The win extended Barcelona's winning streak to eight games and secured them the 'winter championship'.
- Villarreal's manager, Marcelino, praised his team's performance despite the loss.
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