Villarreal CF delivered a statement win against RCD Espanyol de Barcelona in La Liga, emerging 4-1 victors at El Madrigal. Gerard Moreno struck twice for the Yellow Submarine while Álex Baena and Carlos Bacca found the net, with Dani Gómez scoring a consolation goal for the visitors. The win propels Villarreal up the standings, leaving Espanyol reeling in their quest for a top-seven finish.