LIVE – Villarreal v Barcelona: Text commentary, updates, goals and stats as Yamal goal puts Barca 2-0 ahead

Barcelona will aim to end a productive 2025 on a high with a win at Villarreal.

Hansi Flick’s side claimed a domestic league and cup double last season and lead the way this term as well.

This will be a difficult test for Barca, however, with Villarreal third in the table and looking to maintain their own title challenge.

The Yellow Submarine are eight points behind their opponents.