Overview
- Villarreal won 2-1 at San Mamés after first-half goals from Sergi Cardona and Alfon Gonzalez.
- Gorka Guruzeta cut the deficit late for Athletic, and a Nico Pepe strike for Villarreal was ruled offside.
- Marcelino’s team stayed organized at the back and attacked on the break, carving out chances to extend the lead.
- The result moves Villarreal four points clear of Atlético Madrid and 15 ahead of fifth-placed Real Betis in La Liga.
- Athletic remain six points above the relegation places, adding urgency to their run-in.