Solomon scored a dramatic 86th - minute winner as Villarreal defeated Sevilla 2 - 1 in LaLiga. A crucial victory for the visitors.
Villarreal secured a hard - fought 2 - 1 victory over Sevilla in a thrilling LaLiga encounter on September 24, 2025, with Solomon emerging as the hero in the dying minutes of the game.
Early Lead for Villarreal
The game got off to an exciting start, and it was Villarreal who drew first blood. In the 17th minute, Sergi Cardona provided the assist, and Oluwaseyi found the back of the net, giving the Yellow Submarine an early 1 - 0 lead. Villarreal’s attacking intent was clear from the beginning, and they looked dangerous going forward.
Sevilla’s Equalizer
However, Sevilla didn’t give up easily. The home side fought back vigorously in the second half and managed to level the score. Their perseverance paid off as they found an equalizer, putting the game back on a knife - edge. With the score tied at 1 - 1, it seemed that either team could take the three points.
Solomon’s Heroics
But then, in the 84th minute, Villarreal’s manager made a substitution that would prove to be decisive. Solomon came on for Cardona, and just two minutes later, he had a moment of magic. In the 86th minute, Mikautadze crossed the ball, and Solomon, with a cool - as - a - cucumber finish, slotted the ball into the net, giving Villarreal a 2 - 1 lead. It was a stunning display of skill and composure from the young player.
A Crucial Victory
The final whistle soon blew, and Villarreal’s players and coaching staff erupted in celebration. This win is a huge boost for Villarreal in their LaLiga campaign. They now have 13 points from 6 games, putting them in a solid position in the league table. For Sevilla, it’s a bitter pill to swallow, especially after coming back from behind to draw level. But that’s football, and sometimes a single moment of brilliance can decide the outcome of a game.
Solomon’s late - game heroics will surely be talked about for a long time in the footballing world. His goal not only secured three important points for Villarreal but also showed why he is such a valuable asset to the team. As for Sevilla, they will need to dust themselves off and prepare for their next challenge, while Villarreal will look to build on this victory and continue their push up the league table.