Villarreal 0 vs 1 Rentford Town

Rentford Town travelled to the Estadio de la Cerámica on 19 July 2025 to face Villarreal CF in a tightly contested 11-a-side encounter that kicked off at 2:00pm. Rentford Town emerged victorious with a 1-0 scoreline, securing a precious away win against the Spanish side in front of 10,664 spectators. The referee for the day was Jose Tiburzio Serrizuela, whose performance was met with mixed reviews.

Rentford Town lined up in the same formation as last time. The first half was a cagey affair, with both sides probing cautiously but unable to break the deadlock. The match remained goalless at the interval.

As the second half progressed, Rentford Town maintained their disciplined shape and gradually grew into the game. Their lone goal proved decisive, a testament to their resilience and tactical discipline on foreign soil. The visitors’ defensive unit, marshalled expertly by TJ Gotts, who was deservedly named Player of the Match, stood firm against Villarreal’s persistent pressure.

Despite Villarreal’s efforts to find an equaliser, Rentford Town’s defensive midfielders and backline remained resolute, ensuring the clean sheet was preserved. The match concluded with Rentford Town holding onto their slender lead, securing a victory away from home.