On September 29, 2024, Villarreal CF hosted UD Las Palmas at the Estadio de la Cerámica in a highly anticipated 2024-25 LaLiga fixture. Villarreal came into the match in 5th place, having accumulated 17 points with a solid 5-2-1 record. Las Palmas, struggling with form, were languishing near the bottom of the table with only 3 points from their first 8 games (0-3-5 record). Both teams were desperate for a win—Villarreal to maintain pressure on the top four, and Las Palmas to pull themselves out of the relegation zone.
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Head to Head
Historically, Villarreal CF and UD Las Palmas have had an intense rivalry. In their last five meetings, Villarreal had won twice, Las Palmas had won twice, and one match had ended in a draw. The last encounter saw Las Palmas winning 3-0, so Villarreal was looking for revenge on home turf.
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Lineups
Villarreal CF (4-4-2):
- GK: Diego Conde
- Defenders: Sergi Cardona, Logan Costa, Eric Bailly, Kiko Femenía
- Midfielders: Denis Suárez, Pape Gueye, Dani Parejo, Ilias Akhomach
- Forwards: Thierno Barry, Nicolas Pépé
Substitutes: Luiz Júnior, Raúl Albiol, Yeremy Pino, Ramon Terrats, Juan Bernat, Pau Cabanes De La Torre
UD Las Palmas (4-4-2):
- GK: Dinko Horkas
- Defenders: Benito Ramírez, Álex Suárez, Juan Herzog, Álex Muñoz
- Midfielders: Adnan Januzaj, Kirian Rodríguez, Dário Essugo, Alberto Moleiro
- Forwards: Oliver McBurnie, Fábio Silva
Substitutes: Iván Gil, Manu Fuster, Jaime Mata, Enzo Loiodice, Javi Muñoz, Viti Rozada
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas First Half
The first half saw Villarreal taking control of possession, pressing high up the pitch and creating several opportunities. Villarreal’s Nicolas Pépé was lively from the start, constantly threatening the Las Palmas defense. In the 45th minute, Pépé finally broke the deadlock after receiving a perfect through ball from Thierno Barry and calmly finishing into the top center of the net to make it 1-0 just before halftime. Las Palmas struggled to penetrate Villarreal’s defense, with Fábio Silva’s efforts being their only significant threat.
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Halftime Score: Villarreal 1, Las Palmas 0
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Second Half
The second half started with Las Palmas looking more dangerous, and within minutes, they found an equalizer. In the 47th minute, Fábio Silva scored after a slick through ball from Adnan Januzaj, slotting the ball past Diego Conde to level the match at 1-1.
However, Villarreal remained determined. In the 84th minute, Thierno Barry scored a close-range header following a brilliant cross from Álex Baena. The goal was briefly checked by VAR for offside, but it was ultimately awarded, making it 2-1 to Villarreal.
The match wasn’t over yet as Villarreal pushed to put the game beyond doubt. Deep into stoppage time (90+7′), Álex Baena added a third goal after a lightning-fast counter-attack, securing a comprehensive 3-1 victory for the Yellow Submarine.
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Full-Time Score: Villarreal 3, Las Palmas 1
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Stats
| Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Stats | Villarreal | Las Palmas |
| Possession | 42.2% | 57.8% |
| Shots on Goal | 7 | 3 |
| Shot Attempts | 20 | 7 |
| Fouls | 15 | 11 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 4 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Corner Kicks | 3 | 2 |
| Saves | 2 | 4 |
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Timeline
- 45′: Goal! Villarreal takes the lead as Nicolas Pépé scores with a powerful shot into the top corner, assisted by Thierno Barry.
- 47′: Goal! Las Palmas equalizes through Fábio Silva, who finishes coolly after a brilliant through ball from Januzaj.
- 84′: Goal! Villarreal goes ahead again as Thierno Barry heads in from close range after a cross from Álex Baena. VAR reviews the goal but confirms it.
- 90+7′: Goal! Álex Baena seals the game for Villarreal with a calm finish following a fast break.
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Impact on Points Table
This win solidified Villarreal’s position in the top five with 20 points from 9 matches. Las Palmas, on the other hand, remains stuck at the bottom with only 3 points. The pressure is mounting on Las Palmas to find a way out of the relegation battle.
Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas Man of the Match
Álex Baena was named Man of the Match for his excellent all-round performance, providing an assist and scoring the third goal to seal Villarreal’s victory. His dynamic playmaking and defensive contributions were key to the win.
Villarreal CF’s 3-1 win over UD Las Palmas showcased their resilience after Las Palmas equalized early in the second half. This match was a reminder of Villarreal’s attacking prowess, with Pépé, Barry, and Baena standing out. For Las Palmas, Fábio Silva’s performance was a lone bright spot, but they will need to improve if they hope to escape the relegation zone.
FAQs
- Who scored the goals for Villarreal CF in the Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas match?
- Nicolas Pépé (45′), Thierno Barry (84′), Álex Baena (90’+7′).
- Who scored for Las Palmas in the Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas match?
- Fábio Silva scored in the 47th minute for Las Palmas.
- Who was the Man of the Match in the Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas?
- Álex Baena was named Man of the Match for his goal and assist.
- How many yellow cards were issued in the Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas?
- Las Palmas received 4 yellow cards, while Villarreal had none.
- What is the impact of this result on the points table after the Villarreal CF vs UD Las Palmas?
- Villarreal moved up with 20 points, while Las Palmas remained in the relegation zone with only 3 points.
