Villarreal CF returned to winning ways with a convincing 3-1 victory over Deportivo Alavés at the Estadio de la Ceramica in Spanish La Liga on January 10, 2026. This result showcased Villarreal's attacking firepower as they overcame an early setback to dominate the match. Alavés stunned the home crowd by taking a lead within the first ten minutes. Villarreal responded emphatically, scoring three unanswered goals before halftime to completely turn the game around. The second half was more controlled, with Villarreal managing the game expertly to see out the win. The three points boosted Villarreal's hopes of finishing in a European qualification spot, moving them up the La Liga table, while Alavés's defeat kept them looking over their shoulder at the relegation zone. Villarreal's manager was pleased with his team's character, and the Alavés coach admitted his side collapsed after a promising start.