"Goals by Raphinha and Lamine Yamal ensured Barcelona will end 2025 four points above second-placed Real Madrid in La Liga after a 2-0 win at third-placed Villarreal. Brazil forward Raphinha won and scored a 12th-minute penalty after being fouled by Santi Comesana and struck the woodwork with an exquisite shot from distance shortly afterwards. Renato Veiga was sent off later in the second half"
"Having survived Raphinha shooting against the woodwork shortly after the opener, Villarreal almost replied when Jules Kounde's own goal was ruled by an offside decision against Sergi Cardona. Before Veiga's dismissal, Alejandro Balde was fortunate not to be punished for a mistake when Joan Garcia made one of a string of impressive saves by repelling Tajon Buchanan's shot. You can relive live text updates and stats from the match here."
Barcelona secured a 2-0 victory at Villarreal to finish 2025 four points ahead of Real Madrid in La Liga. Raphinha converted a 12th-minute penalty after being fouled by Santi Comesana and later struck the woodwork with an outstanding long-range attempt. Renato Veiga received a red card for a reckless challenge on Lamine Yamal, and Yamal finished from inside the box with 27 minutes remaining following a scramble Villarreal failed to clear. Villarreal nearly responded when Jules Kounde’s own goal was ruled out for offside. Joan Garcia produced several notable saves, while Marcelino’s side contended with a lengthy injury list and absences for AFCON.
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