Osasuna vs Villarreal: A Detailed Recap of a Tight League Encounter
Arnaut delivered two finishes from Danjuma, one from close range and another from the penalty spot. Osasuna faced a tough afternoon at home as the Navarre side tried to respond after conceding a second goal, finding the task more difficult as the game wore on.
Osasuna began brightly, but Villarreal found their footing as the first period unfolded. Once the teams were more evenly matched, Danjuma produced a moment of magic to give the visitors a 1-0 advantage just before halftime. Early in the second half, the Dutch winger converted a penalty to make it 2-0 and put Villarreal firmly in control.
After those two strikes, Osasuna struggled to build sustained pressure. Attempts from range surfaced, yet in the final third Villarreal tightened their grip and pressed for more goals.
In the opening stage, the Navarrese side showed intent. Dani Parejo helped blunt Villarreal’s attacking ideas with smart coverage on Moncayola, disrupting the visitors’ rhythm.
two Chimy Ávilla and Brasanac had been involved early, delivering the first two goals of the match. The hosts responded with urgency in the middle of the first half, balancing the balance of power before the interval.
In the 31st minute, a potential opportunity arose as Baena’s pass to Torró was reviewed by VAR, but no penalty was awarded. Dani Parejo then forced a significant save from Sergio Herrera moments later.
Villarreal extended their lead after a sequence that started with a save from Álex Baena. Jackson found Danjuma with a back heel finish, taking the game into the break with Villarreal ahead.
Sergio Herrera produced a key moment after a collision with Álex Baena; a free-kick opportunity followed for Villarreal as the period expired. The penalty result for the second half was quickly decided as Danjuma converted the spot-kick to make it 2-0, capitalizing on the quick transition close to the restart.
With the cushion in place, Villarreal’s defense appeared steadier, while Osasuna continued to press but did not threaten in a way that could alter the scoreboard. The home side leaned on defense to repel late charges, but the two-goal gap remained a constant barrier.
As the match progressed, Osasuna’s push to close the deficit waned, and Villarreal grew more assured in pursuing a comfortable win. Long-range efforts from Osasuna were routine rather than decisive, and the game drifted toward a measured finish with the outcome largely settled.
The narrative of the contest stayed with Villarreal’s control, though Osasuna did not abandon their attempt to turn the tide. The visitors were content to seize moments when they appeared and protect their advantage as the clock ticked down.
The match statistics show Villarreal in command for long stretches, while Osasuna’s attempts to ignite a comeback fell short of the mark as the seconds bled away. The result reflected Villarreal’s moment-to-moment superiority, especially after the decisive second-half goal.
Data sheet:
2 – Villareal: Rulli, Mandi, Albiol, Pau Torres, Pedraza, Yeremi Pino (Alberto Moreno, m.71), Morlanes (Manu Trigueros, m.84), Parejo, Álex Baena, Danjuma (Chukwueze, m.71) and Jackson (Morales, m.71) m.64)
0 – Osasuna: Sergio Herrera, Nacho Vidal, Aridane, David García (Manu Sánchez, m.77), Juan Cruz, Moncayola, Torró (Aimar, m.64), Brasanac, Moi Gómez (Abde, m.64), Chimy Ávila (Rubén García) ) , m.64) and Kike Garcia (Kike García, m.77).
Goals: 1-0, art.41: Danjuma. 2-0, m.52: Danjuma penalty.
Judge: González Fuertes (Asturian committee). Advice on behalf of Villarreal and Brasanac (m.27), Albiol (m.66) and Manu Trigueros (m.91), Sergio Herrera (m.50), Juan Cruz (m.61), Kike García (m.61) . Osasuna.m.66), Rubén García (m.72) and Aimar (m.78).
Events: The ninth day match of the League, played in front of 9,699 spectators at the Ciutat de València stadium.