Real Madrid face a stern test at the Santiago Bernabeu this afternoon as Villarreal arrive in red-hot form for their La Liga clash.
Paris Saint-Germain's victory at Barcelona and a last-gasp equaliser for Villarreal against Juventus were the standout moments in the UEFA Champions League league phase on Wednesday.
Thomas Partey has joined Villarreal on a free transfer following his release from Arsenal, despite the Ghana international appearing in court for alleged rape charges.
In early November 2023, Villarreal found themselves in dire straits. Having sacked two managers already, first Quique Setien and then Pacheta, the club from La Plana knew they were running out of options.
Villarreal delivered a shock 3-2 victory over newly crowned La Liga champions Barcelona at the Olympic Stadium on Sunday, ending the Catalans' 17-match unbeaten streak in a pulsating encounter.
Real Madrid forward Kylian Mbappe scored both goals as Real Madrid secured a narrow 2-1 win over Villarreal in LaLiga on Saturday.