Celta Vigo produced a commanding performance to defeat Villarreal 3-0 in a thrilling La Liga encounter. The Galician side dominated possession, with 61% of the ball, and delivered 612 passes, with an impressive 89% accuracy rate. In contrast, Villarreal had 39% possession and completed 387 passes, with an 82% accuracy rate.
The match was marked by some intense moments, with two yellow cards shown to Celta Vigo players and one to a Villarreal player. The visitors also saw Eric Bailly sent off in the 37th minute, leaving them to play with 10 men for the majority of the match.
Celta Vigo’s attacking prowess was on full display, with 21 shots taken, nine of which were on target. In contrast, Villarreal managed just four shots, one of which found the target. Fran Beltrán’s Celta Vigo side capitalized on their numerical advantage, with goals from Fran López in the 45th minute, Brais Iglesias in the 53rd minute, and Iago Aspas scoring from the penalty spot in the 87th minute.
The stats reflect Celta Vigo’s dominance in the match, with a significant advantage in shots, shots on target, and possession. The win is a testament to the team’s ability to capitalize on their opponents’ mistakes and create scoring opportunities.
Match Facts
- Possession: Celta Vigo (61%) vs Villarreal (39%)
- Shots: Celta Vigo (21) vs Villarreal (4)
- Shots on target: Celta Vigo (9) vs Villarreal (1)
- Passes: Celta Vigo (612) vs Villarreal (387)
- Pass accuracy: Celta Vigo (89%) vs Villarreal (82%)
- Fouls: Celta Vigo (16) vs Villarreal (10)
- Yellow cards: Celta Vigo (2) vs Villarreal (1)
- Red cards: Celta Vigo (0) vs Villarreal (1)
- Offsides: Celta Vigo (2) vs Villarreal (2)
- Corners: Celta Vigo (6) vs Villarreal (3)
Final Score: Celta Vigo 3 – Villarreal 0
Goals: F. López (45′), B. Iglesias (53′), I. Aspas (87′ P)
Red Card: E. Bailly (37′)