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La Liga lawsuit dismissed! Spanish prosecutors reject claims of 'illegal' on-field protest against Miami match between Barcelona & Villarreal

La Liga has seen its legal challenge against the Spanish Footballers' Association (AFE) dismissed by the National Court's Prosecutor's Offic...

5 DAYS AGO • goal

La Liga lawsuit dismissed! Spanish prosecutors reject claims of 'illegal' on-field protest against Miami match between Barcelona & Villarreal

Santi Comesana - Assists in win Comesana assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Friday's 3-1 victory over Real Sociedad.

Impact Comesana had a solid showing throughout Friday's win, assisting once and provided three created chances. It's a great showing for Comesana, who was dangerous throughout the match. He could have had a couple more assists if not for some amazing saves by Alejandro Remiro. Comesana will hope to keep this volume going in some very winnable matches.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Pepe - Scores in win Pepe scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 3-1 win against Real Sociedad.

Impact Pepe scored once during Friday's win, as well as sending in three shots and causing issues throughout the match. His pace and power on the ball make Pepe threatening in every match, and his intuitive finishing touch give him strong upside. If Villarreal and Pepe can keep this form going they will compete right at the top of La Liga.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Scores Friday Moreno scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Moreno got back on the scoresheet during Friday's clash and could have had an even bigger day after putting two other shots on goal. Both Villarreal strikers were excellent throughout the match, looking dangerous every time they touched the ball. Moreno will continue to be a major goal threat in almost every match moving forward.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Georges Mikautadze - Goal, assist in win Mikautadze scored one goal and assisted once from six shots and three chances created in Friday's 3-1 victory against Real Sociedad.

Impact Mikautadze was brilliant throughout Friday's clash, scoring and assisting in a top-half showdown. The striker caused issues for the backline throughout the match and was a real difference maker. He will hope to build on this as Villarreal look to continue their push for a Champions League spot led by Mikautadze.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Villarreal overruns Real Sociedad to move into third place in La Liga

Villarreal has leapfrogged Atletico Madrid to move into third place in La Liga after a 3-1 win over Real Sociedad

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Ayoze Perez - Suffers muscular injury Perez (muscular) remains out for the time being due to injury, according to coach Marcelino Total. "Ayoze didn't only suffer a knock, he has a muscular lesion."

Impact Perez is sidelined with a muscle injury and will be out for the time being as he works through recovery. The striker is targeting a return during the international break with hopes of being back in the mix in early April. He had started the previous three matches before going down, so his absence reshuffles the attacking rotation, with Gerard Moreno and George Mikautadze in line for increased minutes, while Tajon Buchanan could also see a boost in playing time if Nicolas Pepe is deployed in a two-striker setup rather than out wide.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Pepe - Scores late equalizer Pepe scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-1 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Villarreal needed a magical moment to salvage a point out of this fixture and that's exactly what happened, as Pepe found the back of the net in the 98th minute with a beautiful finish that went into the upper 90. This was Pepe's fourth goal of the season in a year in which he's been a starter most of the time. He has 19 starts across 27 league appearances in 2025/26.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Santi Comesana - Assists, creates two chances Comesana assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact A long ball into the box from Comesana ended up being an assist late in the game, as Nicolas Pepe took advantage of the pass to score an impressive goal in the 98th minute. Comesana is a holding midfielder, however, so he's not expected to be a player who's going to be heavily involved on offense in most matches.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Georges Mikautadze - Active upfront in draw Mikautadze registered three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Mikautadze didn't find the back of the net, but the Georgia international was a constant threat to the opposing defensive line. Mikautadze has failed to score in his last four appearances, but with multiple shots in three of those contests, it seems a matter of time he finds the back of the net once again.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Rafa Marin - Scores own goal in draw Marin had an own goal, two tackles (zero won), nine clearances and one interception in Friday's 1-1 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact The center-back broke the deadlock late in the first half, but unfortunately, he did it in his own goal when he tried to clear a cross from Pablo Ibanez. Marin has alternated between the starting lineup and the bench all season long, but when he's played, he's delivered solid performances. He's averaging 5.8 clearances per game in LaLiga this season.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Villarreal late show breaks Alaves hearts in exciting draw

Villarreal has moved into third place in La Liga after salvaging a late point away at lowly Alaves

MARCH 13 • Associated Press

DEPORTIVO ALAVÉS 1 - 1 VILLARREAL CF | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

MARCH 13 • YOUTUBE

Thomas Partey denies two new rape allegations after ex-Arsenal midfielder's not guilty plea on five previous charges

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to deny two new counts of rape following a preliminary hearing at Westminster Magistrates' Co...

MARCH 13 • goal

Thomas Partey denies two new rape allegations after ex-Arsenal midfielder's not guilty plea on five previous charges

Logan Costa - Aims return in April Costa (knee) was spotted training partially with the team a few weeks ago and will need several more weeks of training before returning to the matchday squad in April, according to...

Impact Costa still needs several more weeks of training as he completes the final stage of his ACL rehab, with his return currently targeted for around April. The defender was spotted taking part in partial team training a few weeks ago and will aim to ramp up his workload in the coming weeks as he pushes to be fully fit for Villarreal's final stretch of the season. Costa had been a regular starter for the Yellow Submarine before suffering the long-term injury and could be in line to battle his way back into that role once he's back up to full speed.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ayoze Perez - Remains out Perez (undisclosed) remains out for the time being due to injury, according to coach Marcelino Total.

Impact Perez has been limited in training since last week while dealing with an injury and will remain sidelined for Friday's matchup against Alaves. The forward doesn't have a clear timetable for his return but will aim to get back in the mix for next week's fixture against Real Sociedad. Until then, Nicolas Pepe is expected to shoulder a bigger role in the front line, though Gerard Moreno could also push his way back into the starting XI.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Willy Kambwala - Receives medical clearance Kambwala (hamstring) has received medical clearance and will be available for Friday's clash against Alaves, the club announced.

Impact Kambwala is cleared to return for Friday's clash against Alaves after recovering from the hamstring injury that kept him out all season. The defender could gradually earn minutes as he regains match fitness, boosting the team's depth in central defense.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Santi Comesana - Assists second in 2-1 win Comesana assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Elche.

Impact Comesana assisted his third goal of the season, having also scored three goals this year. He has started four games in a row, having been on the bench for the three games in a row before this. He created two chances for the first time since September this year and only the third time this season.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Pape Gueye - Assists opener in 2-1 win Gueye assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Elche.

Impact Gueye provided his second assist of the season, making it three goal involvements in a row for the midfielder. He created two chances for the third time in four games, and both of his assists this year have come in games where he created two chances.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Mourino - Scores second in 2-1 win Santiago Mourino scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Elche.

Impact Mourino scored his first goal of the season and had his third goal involvement of the year as he helped his side to a 2-1 win over Elche. Two of his goal involvements came in the last two matches. He has taken both shots on target this season in the last three games and has also created four chances in his last four games. He has also played the full 90 minutes in each of the last four games.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Tajon Buchanan - Scores opener in 2-1 win Buchanan scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Elche.

Impact Buchanon scored the first goal as his side went on to win 2-1. He returned to the starting lineup after three games out of the lineup. He scored from his only shot on target since January 17th. He also created two chances in the game for the second time since December. This was his sixth goal of the season and his first since December 6th.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Villarreal beats Elche to stay level on points with 3rd-place Atletico in Spain as Getafe wins again

Villarreal has beaten struggling Elche 2-1 to stay level on points with third-place Atletico Madrid in La Liga

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

🔴 VILLARREAL CF vs ELCHE CF - PREVIA DEL PARTIDO

MARCH 8 • YOUTUBE

Gerard Moreno - Starting Sunday Moreno (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Elche.

Impact Moreno is back with his team as expected after a spell of four games out due to an undisclosed injury. This is solid news for the club as they gain back their regular forward. He has started in 10 of his 12 appearances, recording seven goals in that time.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Willy Kambwala - Waiting for medical green light Kambwala (hamstring) is nearing a return to the matchday squad and waiting for the green light that could happen ahead of Sunday's clash against Elche, according to coach Marcelino...

Impact Kambwala has been training at full speed this week and has looked sharp in sessions, but he's still waiting on the final medical green light. Coach Marcelino Total didn't rule him out for Sunday's clash against Elche, as that clearance could arrive before kickoff if everything continues trending the right way. It's encouraging news for Villarreal since it would give the squad another option along the back line, though he's still not fully match-ready yet.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

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La Liga lawsuit dismissed! Spanish prosecutors reject claims of 'illegal' on-field protest against Miami match between Barcelona & Villarreal

Villarreal overruns Real Sociedad to move into third place in La Liga

Villarreal late show breaks Alaves hearts in exciting draw

Thomas Partey denies two new rape allegations after ex-Arsenal midfielder's not guilty plea on five previous charges

Villarreal beats Elche to stay level on points with 3rd-place Atletico in Spain as Getafe wins again