Villarreal extended their impressive early-season form with a decisive 3-0 win at home over Alaves, a result that temporarily lifted them to third place in the standings. The team displayed dominance from start to finish, showcasing both defensive solidity and attacking efficiency. Ilias Akhomach opened the scoring but was later forced to leave the pitch due to an injury. Midfielder Dani Parejo doubled Villarreal's lead with a well-taken penalty, capitalizing on the hosts' persistent pressure. Later in the match, substitute Santi Comesana sealed the victory with a clinical strike, ensuring a comfortable three-goal margin.
This game marked Villarreal's return to the pitch after their previous fixture against Rayo Vallecano was postponed due to severe flooding in the Valencia region caused by a powerful storm, which led to significant damage and disrupted local infrastructure.