Kick-off on 27.08.23 18:30.

The teams will clash in the third round of La Liga. As it stands, the Yellow Submarine sits in 16th place in the table after the first matchday, still without a point. In their last three games, Villarreal has shown inconsistency — drawing 1–1 with Nice, suffering a heavy 0–4 loss to Newcastle United, and then falling 1–2 to Real Betis in their league opener under coach Quique Setién.

Ayoze Pérez opened the scoring in the 20th minute. Jorge Cuenca equalized in the 61st, but a 95th-minute goal from Willian José sealed the win for Betis. This result highlights Villarreal’s struggle with maintaining stability. Watch Villarreal vs. Barcelona online. While they have yet to claim a domestic league title, Villarreal made their mark on the European stage by winning the UEFA Europa League in the 2020/21 season — a historic achievement that affirmed their international status.

Barcelona currently sits 10th in the standings after one matchday, having earned a single point. Watch the Villarreal vs. Barcelona showdown online. In their last three games, Barça has experienced mixed results — a 0–1 loss to AC Milan, a 4–2 win over Tottenham, and a goalless draw with Getafe in their league opener.

The Catalan side remains a formidable opponent despite its recent ups and downs. They are one of the most successful football clubs in history, having won numerous domestic and international trophies, including multiple UEFA Champions League titles. Interestingly, in 1951, Barcelona embarked on a historic tour of Latin America, playing 21 matches and winning 19 of them — a testament to their global legacy. Watch Villarreal vs. Barcelona online.