Match report
Villarreal Defeats Dinamo Zagreb 2-1 in UEFA Europa League Clash
Villarreal
2–1
FT
Dinamo Zagreb
Apr 15, 2021
Villarreal held off a spirited comeback from Dinamo Zagreb to secure a 2-1 victory in their UEFA Europa League match. Paco Alcacer and G. Moreno were on target for Villarreal, while M. Orsic scored for Dinamo Zagreb. The match was decisive for Villarreal's playoff hopes, with key contributions from players like S. Chukwueze and M. Trigueros.
Key Facts
- • Final Score: Villarreal 2-1 Dinamo Zagreb
- • Goals: Paco Alcacer (36'), G. Moreno (43') for Villarreal; M. Orsic (74') for Dinamo Zagreb
- • Assists: S. Chukwueze for Paco Alcacer, B. Petković for M. Orsic
- • Yellow Cards: K. Jakic (Dinamo Zagreb), M. Trigueros (Villarreal)
- • Substitutions: Multiple substitutions for both teams
Lineups
Villarreal
Formation: 4-4-2
Starting XI
- 13 G. Rulli (G)
- 3 Albiol (D)
- 4 Pau Torres (D)
- 8 J. Foyth (D)
- 25 E. Capoue (M)
- 5 Dani Parejo (M)
- 14 Manu Trigueros (M)
- 24 Pedraza (D)
- 11 S. Chukwueze (M)
- 17 Paco Alcácer (F)
- 7 Gerard Moreno (F)
Substitutes
- 23 Moi Gómez
- 19 F. Coquelin
- 20 Rubén Peña
- 18 Alberto Moreno
- 32 Álex Baena
- 21 Jaume Costa
- 2 Mario Gaspar
- 6 Ramiro Funes Mori
- 34 Fer Niño
- 30 Yeremi Pino
- 1 Asenjo
- 9 C. Bacca
Dinamo Zagreb
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 40 D. Livaković (G)
- 28 K. Théophile-Catherine (D)
- 13 S. Ristovski (M)
- 6 R. Lauritsen (D)
- 32 J. Gvardiol (D)
- 5 A. Ademi (M)
- 97 K. Jakić (M)
- 17 L. Ivanušec (F)
- 10 L. Majer (F)
- 99 M. Oršić (M)
- 21 B. Petković (F)
Substitutes
- 30 P. Stojanović
- 38 B. Franjić
- 80 I. Atiemwen
- 27 J. Mišić
- 55 D. Perić
- 22 M. Leovac
- 1 D. Zagorac
- 26 R. Burton
- 19 M. Čabraja
- 33 R. Josipović
- 20 Lirim Kastrati
- 24 M. Tolić
Timeline
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36' Villarreal Goal · Normal GoalPaco Alcácer · Assist: S. Chukwueze
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38' Villarreal Var · Penalty confirmedPaco Alcácer
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40' Dinamo Zagreb Card · Yellow CardK. Jakic
Foul
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43' Villarreal Goal · Normal GoalG. Moreno
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60' Villarreal Card · Yellow CardM. Trigueros
Foul
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62' Dinamo Zagreb subst · Substitution 1Off: S. Ristovski · On: P. Stojanovic
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62' Dinamo Zagreb subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Majer · On: B. Franjic
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63' Villarreal subst · Substitution 1Off: M. Trigueros · On: M. Gomez
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74' Dinamo Zagreb Goal · Normal GoalM. Orsic · Assist: B. Petković
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76' Dinamo Zagreb subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Ivanusec · On: I. Atiemwen
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82' Dinamo Zagreb subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Ademi · On: J. Misic
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82' Dinamo Zagreb subst · Substitution 5Off: K. Theophile-Catherine · On: D. Perić
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84' Villarreal subst · Substitution 2Off: D. Parejo · On: F. Coquelin
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90' Villarreal subst · Substitution 3Off: S. Chukwueze · On: R. Pena
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90' Villarreal subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Pedraza · On: Alberto Moreno
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90' Villarreal subst · Substitution 5Off: Paco Alcácer · On: A. Baena
Match Stats
| Stat | Villarreal | Dinamo Zagreb |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 14 | 8 |
| Pass Accuracy | 86% | 84% |
| Offsides | 1 | 3 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 12 | 8 |
| Corners | 4 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 559 | 396 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 3 |
| Shots off Target | 4 | 4 |
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Accurate Passes | 480 | 333 |
| Shots Inside Box | 8 | 5 |
| Saves | 2 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 3 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Villarreal took the lead through Paco Alcacer's goal in the 36th minute, which was confirmed by VAR, providing a crucial boost in the match.
- ▸ G. Moreno's second goal for Villarreal just three minutes later solidified their lead, putting pressure on Dinamo Zagreb to fight back.
- ▸ M. Orsic's goal for Dinamo Zagreb in the 74th minute narrowed the gap and gave them hope, but Villarreal held on to secure the victory.