{"match":{"id":734062,"locale":"en","date":"2025-09-20T16:30:00.000Z","status":"fixture","winner":null,"stb_id":"2025-09-21-00-00-00-villarreal-cf-vs-ca-osasuna","score_a":0,"score_b":0,"broadcast_link":null,"after_broadcast_link":null,"has_article_relations":null,"has_social_media_relations":null,"has_odds":null,"has_h2h":true,"has_overview":null,"has_statistics":false,"has_lineups":false,"has_predictions":null,"interesting_facts_team_a_html":null,"interesting_facts_team_b_html":null,"team_a":{"id":50424,"name":"Villarreal CF","short_name":"Villarreal","tla_name":"VIL","type":"club","gender":"male","status":"active","official_name":"Villarreal Club de Fútbol","founded":1923,"colors":"Yellow,Blue","nicknames":"El Submarino Amarillo","createdAt":"2024-11-05T10:36:58.171Z","updatedAt":"2025-08-11T23:21:14.127Z","website":"http://www.villarrealcf.es","address":"Camino Miralcamp, s/n","address_city":"Villarreal","address_zip":"12540","locale":"en","stb_id":"villarreal-cf","tier":null,"description":null,"top_position":null,"history_and_foundation":"## \"Villarreal\": interesting facts about the football club\n\n**\"Villarreal\"** is a football club from the **small Spanish town of Villarreal** in **Valencia**. The team was founded in **1923**, but it was **really loudly** talked about only in **the last decade**.\n\nThis is an example of a club that **without high-profile transfers** and crazy popularity was able to **establish itself among the strongest teams** of Spain and Europe. They are used to **developing players** here, not buying ready-made stars. And this is **the peculiarity of the \"yellow submarine\"**.\n\n> \"Villarreal is proof that smart strategy and patience can beat any big budget.\"","sporting_achievements":"## History of \"Villarreal\"\n\n**The first half-century** the club played mainly in the **regional and lower Spanish divisions**. **\"Villarreal\"** was almost **unheard of outside the province**. Only in **1998** did the team enter **La Liga** for the first time, but were relegated after **one season**.\n\n**The return took place** already in **2000** — and from that time **another story** began. The club began to work for the result, but **in no hurry**. I bet on **stability**, on the search for **talented players**, and it produced its **effect**.\n\n**In the 2005/06** season, the team reached the **Champions League semi-finals** — **no one expected it**, but **\"Villarreal\"** already knew how to surprise. And in **2021** the club won the **Europa League**, beating **Manchester United** in the final.\n\n> \"It was the first major trophy in the history of the club - a well-deserved victory after many years of consistent work.\"","club_identity":"## Villarreal Stadium\n\nThe team plays its matches at the **Estadio de la Ceramica** — a **comfortable arena** that holds a little more than **23 thousand spectators**. It used to be called **El Madrigal**, but it was renamed in honor of **the main industry of the city** — **ceramics production**.\n\n**This stadium** is **not about luxury**, but **about emotion**. The stands here are **close to the field**, the atmosphere is **homey and hot**. The town is small, and when **Villarreal** plays at home, **the whole district goes to football**.\n\n## Achievements of \"Villarreal\"\n\nThe club **doesn't have the same trophy history** as the Spanish giants, but has achieved a lot in **recent years**:\n\n* **Europa League (2020/21)** — **first international trophy** in the history of the club.\n* **Champions League semi-finals (2005/06, 2021/22)** — **sensational performances** that made Europe **pay attention**.\n* **La Liga Silver (2007/08)** — **highest place** in the Spanish Championship.\n* **Victory over the European giants** — **\"Arsenal\", \"Bavaria\", \"Juventus\"** repeatedly left **with nothing**.\n\n> \"For a city with a population of only 50,000, this is a real football breakthrough.\"","current_status_and_future":"## Famous players of \"Villarreal\"\n\nThe club **did not buy famous names**, but often brought **future stars** to the world stage:\n\n1. **Riquelme** is a player who gave the team **style and fantasy** in the center of the field.\n\n2. **Forlan** — in **\"Villarreal\"** became **the best scorer in La Liga**.\n\n3. **Cazorla** is a symbol of **sophisticated football** and **loyalty to the club**.\n\n4. **Rossi** is a striker who remained a **fan favorite** for a long time.\n\n5. **Pau Torres** is a **student of the club** who became **the main player in the Spanish national team**.\n\n## Interesting facts about Villarreal\n\n1. **The city of Villarreal** is the **least in Europe** among the participants of the **Champions League semi-finals**.\n\n2. The club received the nickname \"yellow submarine\" for the color of the uniform and the non-standard style of play.\n\n3. **The stadium is named** in honor of the **ceramic industry** — **the main pride of the city**.\n\n4. **In 2012** the team was relegated to **Segunda**, but **returned the following season**.\n\n5. **The club bets** on **students** and **smart management** instead of **star transfers**.\n\n> \"Villarreal reminds us that true greatness is measured not by the size of the city, but by the size of dreams and ambitions.\"\n\n**It is worth noting** that **Villarreal** has become a **model for clubs** from small towns around the world, proving that **smart planning** and **long-term strategy** can compete with **big budgets**. Will the team be able to **consolidate its position** among the **European elite**? One thing can be said for sure - the **spirit of \"Ceramika\"** and the **philosophy of the yellow submarine** make **\"Villarreal\"** a special place where **every player** has a **chance to become a hero** and **every victory** is a **triumph for the whole city**. This is a club that **proves** that in football the **most important thing** is to **believe in your abilities** and **never give up**, regardless of the size of the stadium or the budget.","stb_internal_id":"0192fbe6-2611-7262-a715-453e0f755ce7","overrides":null,"has_social_media_links":true,"has_social_media_relations":true,"has_membership_relations":true,"has_matches":true,"has_article_relations":false,"history_and_foundation_html":"

\"Villarreal\": interesting facts about the football club

\"Villarreal\" is a football club from the small Spanish town of Villarreal in Valencia. The team was founded in 1923, but it was really loudly talked about only in the last decade.

This is an example of a club that without high-profile transfers and crazy popularity was able to establish itself among the strongest teams of Spain and Europe. They are used to developing players here, not buying ready-made stars. And this is the peculiarity of the \"yellow submarine\".

\n
\"Villarreal is proof that smart strategy and patience can beat any big budget.\"
\n

\n","sporting_achievements_html":"

History of \"Villarreal\"

The first half-century the club played mainly in the regional and lower Spanish divisions. \"Villarreal\" was almost unheard of outside the province. Only in 1998 did the team enter La Liga for the first time, but were relegated after one season.

The return took place already in 2000 — and from that time another story began. The club began to work for the result, but in no hurry. I bet on stability, on the search for talented players, and it produced its effect.

In the 2005/06 season, the team reached the Champions League semi-finals — no one expected it, but \"Villarreal\" already knew how to surprise. And in 2021 the club won the Europa League, beating Manchester United in the final.

\n
\"It was the first major trophy in the history of the club - a well-deserved victory after many years of consistent work.\"
\n

\n","club_identity_html":"

Villarreal Stadium

The team plays its matches at the Estadio de la Ceramica — a comfortable arena that holds a little more than 23 thousand spectators. It used to be called El Madrigal, but it was renamed in honor of the main industry of the city — ceramics production.

This stadium is not about luxury, but about emotion. The stands here are close to the field, the atmosphere is homey and hot. The town is small, and when Villarreal plays at home, the whole district goes to football.

Achievements of \"Villarreal\"

The club doesn't have the same trophy history as the Spanish giants, but has achieved a lot in recent years:

Europa League (2020/21) — first international trophy in the history of the club.
Champions League semi-finals (2005/06, 2021/22) — sensational performances that made Europe pay attention.
La Liga Silver (2007/08) — highest place in the Spanish Championship.
Victory over the European giants — \"Arsenal\", \"Bavaria\", \"Juventus\" repeatedly left with nothing.

\n
\"For a city with a population of only 50,000, this is a real football breakthrough.\"
\n

\n","current_status_and_future_html":"

Famous players of \"Villarreal\"

The club did not buy famous names, but often brought future stars to the world stage:

Riquelme is a player who gave the team style and fantasy in the center of the field.
\n
Forlan — in \"Villarreal\" became the best scorer in La Liga.
\n
Cazorla is a symbol of sophisticated football and loyalty to the club.
\n
Rossi is a striker who remained a fan favorite for a long time.
\n
Pau Torres is a student of the club who became the main player in the Spanish national team.
\n

Interesting facts about Villarreal

The city of Villarreal is the least in Europe among the participants of the Champions League semi-finals.
\n
The club received the nickname \"yellow submarine\" for the color of the uniform and the non-standard style of play.
\n
The stadium is named in honor of the ceramic industry — the main pride of the city.
\n
In 2012 the team was relegated to Segunda, but returned the following season.
\n
The club bets on students and smart management instead of star transfers.
\n

\n
\"Villarreal reminds us that true greatness is measured not by the size of the city, but by the size of dreams and ambitions.\"
\n

It is worth noting that Villarreal has become a model for clubs from small towns around the world, proving that smart planning and long-term strategy can compete with big budgets. Will the team be able to consolidate its position among the European elite? One thing can be said for sure - the spirit of \"Ceramika\" and the philosophy of the yellow submarine make \"Villarreal\" a special place where every player has a chance to become a hero and every victory is a triumph for the whole city. This is a club that proves that in football the most important thing is to believe in your abilities and never give up, regardless of the size of the stadium or the budget.

\n","logo":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/747_1486e5dc5f.png","mime":"image/png","caption":null,"formats":{"large_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/large_avif_747_1486e5dc5f.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"large_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/large_webp_747_1486e5dc5f.webp","mime":"image/webp"},"small_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/small_avif_747_1486e5dc5f.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"small_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/small_webp_747_1486e5dc5f.webp","mime":"image/webp"},"medium_avif":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/medium_avif_747_1486e5dc5f.avif","mime":"image/avif"},"medium_webp":{"url":"https://media.top2u.io/877/879/medium_webp_747_1486e5dc5f.webp","mime":"image/webp"}}},"current_season":{"stb_id":"2025-2026-3","hasUpcomingMatches":false}},"team_b":{"id":49892,"name":"CA Osasuna","short_name":"Osasuna","tla_name":"OSA","type":"club","gender":"male","status":"active","official_name":"Club Atlético Osasuna","founded":1920,"colors":"Red,Navy Blue","nicknames":"Los Rojillos","createdAt":"2024-11-05T10:21:43.860Z","updatedAt":"2025-08-11T21:44:57.779Z","website":"http://www.osasuna.es","address":"Calle del Sadar, s/n","address_city":"Pamplona","address_zip":"31006","locale":"en","stb_id":"ca-osasuna","tier":null,"description":null,"top_position":null,"history_and_foundation":"## What is known about Osasuna club\n\n**\"Osasuna\"** is **football in its purest form**. Founded in **1920**, the club from **Pamplona** has never been big, never won **La Liga**, never invited superstars. But he has what is **more important** – **character**.\n\nHere they **never give up**, never fear favorites, **never change their philosophy**. This is a team that can create a sensation even when everyone considers it an **underdog**.\n\n> \"Osasuna is proof that heart can be stronger than money in football.\"","sporting_achievements":"## History of Osasun\n\nIt is part of **Basque football culture**. The name of the team translates from **Basque** as **\"health\" or \"strength\"** and it best reflects its **spirit**. When in **1920** a group of enthusiasts in **Pamplon** decided to create a football club, they had no idea that a hundred years later it would become a **symbol of struggle and indomitability**.\n\n**Osasuna** spent the first decades** in **regional leagues**. The club first entered **Primera** in **1935**, but then stayed for a short time. **The real breakthrough** happened in the **80s**: the team not only returned to the elite, but also began to gradually **establish itself among the middle class**.\n\n**The main moment** in the modern history of the club is the **2006/07** season. Then **Osasuna** finished **fourth in La Liga** and made it to the **Champions League**, although they lost to **\"Hamburg\"** in the qualifying round. In the same season, the club reached the **semi-finals of the UEFA Cup**, which became **the greatest European achievement**.\n\n> \"As always in the history of this team, after the highs came the lows. Relegation in 2014, financial difficulties, but \"Osasuna\" returned to Primera after two years and has not looked back since.\"","club_identity":"## Osasuna Stadium\n\nThe home stadium of **\"Osasuna\"** is **\"El Sadar\"**, opened in **1967**. It is not as big as the arenas of **Madrid or Catalan giants** – the capacity is slightly more than **23 thousand**. But **the atmosphere here is such** that opponents feel **pressure from the first minute**.\n\n**Basques** are an emotional people, and this is felt in the stands. There is **no room for indifference** here – every match becomes a **battle** where fans play no less a role than football players.\n\n**In 2021** **El Sadar** underwent **reconstruction** - now it is a modern stadium, but the main thing is preserved: when **Osasuna** plays at home, even **top clubs find it difficult to get points here**.\n\n## Osasuna Achievements\n\n**Osasuna** is not a team that wins trophies. She **does not claim the championship**, does not run after **big money**. But her achievements are **moments** that will be remembered forever:\n\n* **Final of the Spanish Cup** (**2004/05, 2022/23**) – two attempts to win the trophy, but twice lost (to **Betis and Real Madrid**).\n\n* **4th place in La Liga** (**2005/06**) – **the highest place in the history of the club**, which allowed us to try ourselves in the **Champions League**.\n\n* **UEFA Cup Semi-Finals** (**2006/07**) – **Osasuna** almost reached the final, but lost to **Seville**.\n\n* **Victory over the giants** – the club regularly takes points from **\"Real\", \"Barca\" and \"Atletico\"**.","current_status_and_future":"## Famous Osasuna players\n\nThe club rarely invites stars, but it always had **its heroes**:\n\n1. **Patrick Vieira** – yes, the same one who later became an **Arsenal legend**. Played for **\"Osasuna\"** in the **90s**.\n\n2. **Cesar Azpilicueta** – even before he became a key player for **Chelsea**, he was **a pupil of Osasuna**.\n\n3. **Enrique Gallego** is a striker who for a long time remained the **heart of the team's attack**.\n\n4. **Roberto Torres** – **iconic figure** in the club in recent years, **symbol of loyalty**.\n\n5. **Sergio Herrera** – the goalkeeper who pulled out **impossible goals**, helping the team stay in the **Primera**.\n\n## Interesting facts about Osasuna\n\n* **Although the club is from Navarre**, it is closely related to the **Basque culture**.\n\n* **Pamplona** is not only about bullfighting – although the city is known for the **Running of the Bulls**, it is also home to **real football**.\n\n* **\"El Sadar\"** is one of the **hottest arenas in La Liga** - an atmosphere that **not even the giants** can stand.\n\n* **One of the few Spanish teams** that always conducts a **competent financial policy** and **has no debts**.\n\n> \"Osasuna is a reminder that real football is not about stars and trophies, but about character and commitment.\"\n\n**It is worth noting** that **Osasuna** remains a **unique phenomenon** in Spanish football, proving that **modesty and principle** can compete with any ambition. Can the club **finally win their first major trophy**? One thing can be said for sure — the **spirit of \"El Sadaru\"** and the **Basque character** make **\"Osasuna\"** a special place where **traditions are respected** and **every victory** is won with **sweat and blood**. This is a team that **proves** that the **most important thing** in football is to stay **true to yourself**, regardless of the circumstances.","stb_internal_id":"0192fbd8-321d-71e3-9adc-3a9be07afe19","overrides":null,"has_social_media_links":true,"has_social_media_relations":true,"has_membership_relations":true,"has_matches":true,"has_article_relations":false,"history_and_foundation_html":"

What is known about Osasuna club

\"Osasuna\" is football in its purest form. Founded in 1920, the club from Pamplona has never been big, never won La Liga, never invited superstars. But he has what is more important – character.

Here they never give up, never fear favorites, never change their philosophy. This is a team that can create a sensation even when everyone considers it an underdog.

\n
\"Osasuna is proof that heart can be stronger than money in football.\"
\n

\n","sporting_achievements_html":"

History of Osasun

It is part of Basque football culture. The name of the team translates from Basque as \"health\" or \"strength\" and it best reflects its spirit. When in 1920 a group of enthusiasts in Pamplon decided to create a football club, they had no idea that a hundred years later it would become a symbol of struggle and indomitability.

Osasuna spent the first decades** in regional leagues. The club first entered Primera in 1935, but then stayed for a short time. The real breakthrough happened in the 80s: the team not only returned to the elite, but also began to gradually establish itself among the middle class.

The main moment in the modern history of the club is the 2006/07 season. Then Osasuna finished fourth in La Liga and made it to the Champions League, although they lost to \"Hamburg\" in the qualifying round. In the same season, the club reached the semi-finals of the UEFA Cup, which became the greatest European achievement.

\n
\"As always in the history of this team, after the highs came the lows. Relegation in 2014, financial difficulties, but \"Osasuna\" returned to Primera after two years and has not looked back since.\"
\n

\n","club_identity_html":"

Osasuna Stadium

The home stadium of \"Osasuna\" is \"El Sadar\", opened in 1967. It is not as big as the arenas of Madrid or Catalan giants – the capacity is slightly more than 23 thousand. But the atmosphere here is such that opponents feel pressure from the first minute.

Basques are an emotional people, and this is felt in the stands. There is no room for indifference here – every match becomes a battle where fans play no less a role than football players.

In 2021 El Sadar underwent reconstruction - now it is a modern stadium, but the main thing is preserved: when Osasuna plays at home, even top clubs find it difficult to get points here.

Osasuna Achievements

Osasuna is not a team that wins trophies. She does not claim the championship, does not run after big money. But her achievements are moments that will be remembered forever:

Final of the Spanish Cup (2004/05, 2022/23) – two attempts to win the trophy, but twice lost (to Betis and Real Madrid).
\n
4th place in La Liga (2005/06) – the highest place in the history of the club, which allowed us to try ourselves in the Champions League.
\n
UEFA Cup Semi-Finals (2006/07) – Osasuna almost reached the final, but lost to Seville.
\n
Victory over the giants – the club regularly takes points from \"Real\", \"Barca\" and \"Atletico\".
\n

\n","current_status_and_future_html":"

Famous Osasuna players

The club rarely invites stars, but it always had its heroes:

Patrick Vieira – yes, the same one who later became an Arsenal legend. Played for \"Osasuna\" in the 90s.
\n
Cesar Azpilicueta – even before he became a key player for Chelsea, he was a pupil of Osasuna.
\n
Enrique Gallego is a striker who for a long time remained the heart of the team's attack.
\n
Roberto Torres – iconic figure in the club in recent years, symbol of loyalty.
\n
Sergio Herrera – the goalkeeper who pulled out impossible goals, helping the team stay in the Primera.
\n

Interesting facts about Osasuna

Although the club is from Navarre, it is closely related to the Basque culture.
\n
Pamplona is not only about bullfighting – although the city is known for the Running of the Bulls, it is also home to real football.
\n
\"El Sadar\" is one of the hottest arenas in La Liga - an atmosphere that not even the giants can stand.
\n
One of the few Spanish teams that always conducts a competent financial policy and has no debts.
\n

\n
\"Osasuna is a reminder that real football is not about stars and trophies, but about character and commitment.\"
\n

It is worth noting that Osasuna remains a unique phenomenon in Spanish football, proving that modesty and principle can compete with any ambition. Can the club finally win their first major trophy? One thing can be said for sure — the spirit of \"El Sadaru\" and the Basque character make \"Osasuna\" a special place where traditions are respected and every victory is won with sweat and blood. This is a team that proves that the most important thing in football is to stay true to yourself, regardless of the circumstances.

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Villarreal vs Osasuna: General