Villarreal secured a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Las Palmas in an exciting La Liga clash, with Nicolas Pépé opening the scoring and setting the tone for a dramatic finish.

The match started evenly, with both teams battling for control, but it was Villarreal who broke the deadlock just before halftime. In the 45th minute, Nicolas Pépé found the back of the net with a composed finish, giving his side a crucial lead going into the break.

However, Las Palmas came out with renewed energy in the second half and quickly equalized just two minutes after the restart, putting the game back in balance.

Despite the setback, Villarreal remained determined and left it late to turn the game in their favor. In the 84th minute, Thierno Barry struck to restore Villarreal’s lead, capitalizing on a well-placed assist from Alex Baena.

With the game heading into stoppage time, Villarreal sealed the win in the 90+7th minute. Alex Baena, who had already assisted the second goal, added his name to the scoresheet with a decisive strike that put the result beyond doubt, ensuring Villarreal walked away with all three points.

The win showcased Villarreal’s resilience and attacking depth, with Pépé, Barry, and Baena all playing crucial roles in a thrilling encounter.