Villarreal don show say dem serious for Champions League race. Dem beat Celta 2-1 for La Cerámica stadium, and now dem almost don book their place for Europe top competition.
Gerard Moreno open scoring for the first minute with penalty kick. After 20 seconds, Moleiro bin get foul inside area by Yoel Lago, and referee point to spot. Gerard Moreno convert am well-well.
Before half time, Pépé add second goal. Pedraza cross the ball, and Pépé use left foot fire am inside net. Villarreal go into break with 2-0 lead.
Celta try to fight back. Borja Iglesias get penalty for second half after Gueye foul am inside area. First time, Arnau Tenas save am, but referee order retake because Rafa Marín enter area too early. For second chance, Borja Iglesias no miss. He place the ball inside top corner.
Celta almost equalize through Ferran Jutglà header wey hit post. But Villarreal hold on to their lead.
With this win, Villarreal dey third with 65 points, five more than Atletico Madrid and 15 more than Betis. Celta dey seventh with 44 points, six behind Betis.
Villarreal just need one point from remaining five matches to secure Champions League, or if Betis no win all their games. This go be second consecutive Champions qualification for the club, something wey never happen before.
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