Overview
Villarreal are the Yellow Submarine, a small-city club renowned for technical scouting and European ambition, with Estadio de la Cerámica as their home and a strong connection to their city and supporters. Their modern profile reflects this milestone: Villarreal reached the Champions League semifinal in 2006 and won its first major European trophy, the Europa League, in 2021.
History & Legacy
Founded in 1923, the club’s legacy reflects this milestone: Villarreal reached the Champions League semifinal in 2006 and won its first major European trophy, the Europa League, in 2021. That story continues through a distinctive football culture, generations of local heroes and the atmosphere created at Estadio de la Cerámica.
Source: RateGame Editorial
Founded1923
Championships0 LaLiga titles
Home VenueEstadio de la Cerámica
RivalsValencia and Castellón
All-Time IconMarcos Senna — captain of the 2008 semifinal side
ColorsYellow
Fun Fact 1The club’s nickname comes from the Beatles song “Yellow Submarine”
Fun Fact 2The Estadio de la Cerámica was formerly El Madrigal