Montilivi earns three points against Villarreal | OneFootball

Girona secured a highly valuable victory by the narrowest of margins (1-0) against Villarreal in a hard-fought, intense match decided at a key moment: just before halftime. Míchel's team managed to dominate the crucial moments of the game and found their reward for persistence in a play that sparked joy at Montilivi.

After a first half with few chances for both teams and as the first period was coming to an end, a good move down the right wing culminated in a cut-back pass from Arnau Martínez, always incisive in offensive projection. The ball, intended for a finisher, ended up deflecting off Pau Navarro (OG), who, in an attempt to clear it, accidentally sent it into his own net. It was the 45th minute, and Girona struck at the most opportune psychological moment.

In the second half, the Girona side managed their lead well. Without giving up on attacking when possible, the team prioritized defensive solidity, minimizing risks and frustrating a Villarreal side that, despite pushing forward, could not find a way to break through the home defense.

With the final whistle, Montilivi celebrated a victory that boosts the team's confidence and consolidates their positive momentum. Three points that give Míchel's side a morale boost just before visiting the Bernabeu to face Real Madrid next Friday (9:00 PM).