Villarreal have secured their place in the Europa League knockout stages after beating Celta Vigo 3-1 at home. The win means that the La Liga side will face either RB Leipzig or Inter Milan in the round of 16.
The match was full of action from start to finish, with both teams creating chances throughout the game. However, it was Villarreal who took control and took the lead early on through a goal from Raul Dea.
Celta Vigo came back strongly in the second half, but Villarreal held firm and scored again just before halftime thanks to a header from Yeray Lluch.
In the second half, Villarreal continued to dominate and added another goal from Chukwueze to secure the victory.
The Nigerian forward has been in great form this season, scoring two goals in three games for the club. His double ensured that he became the first player since Roberto Baggio in 2004 to score twice in a single Europa League match.
Overall, it was a dominant display from Villarreal as they secured their place in the knockout stages of the competition. The win also puts them in good shape for the rest of the season, with only one match remaining against Levante.