Villarreal Climbs to the Top of LaLiga After Thrilling Victory Over Celta Vigo

Villarreal clinched the top spot in LaLiga with a spectacular 4-3 victory over Celta Vigo in a match that showcased remarkable intensity and skill.

Dani Parejo scored the decisive goal deep into stoppage time, converting a penalty rebound following a dramatic foul by Celta’s Hugo Alvarez.

The match commenced with Celta Vigo, who had entered the match at the summit of the league table, taking an early lead through Borja Iglesias. The striker found the net in the 12th minute, capitalizing on a loose ball to score from close range.

Villarreal countered with a goal from Sergi Cardona in the 26th minute, who leveled the match by scoring from a corner kick. Celta responded before halftime, with Oscar Mingueza regaining the lead with a powerful shot from a free kick.

After the break, Villarreal substitute Thierno Barry made a swift impact, equalizing with a header just one minute after entering the pitch.

Shortly thereafter, in a twist of events, Celta defender Jailson inadvertently scored an own goal, gifting Villarreal a 3-2 lead.

<pHowever, Celta’s Carl Starfelt managed to bring the match back to parity in the 80th minute, heading home from a corner kick.

<pAs the match seemed destined to end in a draw, a late foul by Celta’s Hugo Alvarez on Thierno Barry awarded Villarreal a penalty. Parejo's initial penalty was saved, but he swiftly recovered the rebound to secure the victory for Villarreal.

This win propelled Villarreal to seven points in the league standings, allowing them to rise above Celta Vigo in the ongoing season.