# Villarreal vs PSV: win in Europa and friendly

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/villarreal-psv-match-series
> Updated: 2026-08-04T21:38:38.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 4.

In late July 2026 Villarreal confirmed a 3‑1 Europa League victory over PSV Eindhoven, with strikes from Mikautadze, Cheikh and Pau Cabanes and a lone reply from PSV’s Mauro Junior. The win highlighted the attacking style under new coach Iñigo Pérez and coincided with reports that Villarreal were close to signing 36‑year‑old Hungarian goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi to replace departing Arnau Tenas.

The club’s preseason schedule included a friendly at the Philips Stadion on 25 July, which was streamed live for free on the GOL platform. The match served as a tactical rehearsal, and the same Spanish forwards scored in a 3‑1 win, offering Pérez a chance to test formations and integrate new players.

Two weeks later Villarreal travelled to Faro, Portugal, where they were beaten 2‑0 by SL Benfica, a match used to rotate the squad and give minutes to younger prospects.

Further preseason fixtures saw Villarreal defeat Levante at their training ground, allowing coach Luis Castro to assess defensive options and recent signings, while Villarreal B beat CD Eldense 3‑1, securing its second summer victory.

These developments trace Villarreal’s competitive success, preseason preparation, and ongoing goalkeeper transfer in quick succession.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-04: Villarreal defeats Levante and Eldense in summer pre‑season friendlies

Villarreal's senior side beat Levante and its B team defeated Eldense 3‑1 in summer pre‑season friendlies.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/villarreal-defeats-levante-and-eldense-in-summer-preseason-friendlies

### 2026-07-26: Villarreal CF beats PSV 3-1 but falls 0-2 to Benfica in summer friendlies

Villarreal CF defeated PSV 3-1 in Eindhoven but lost 0-2 to Benfica in Faro during their 2026‑27 preseason, highlighting mixed early form under new coach Iñigo Pérez.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/villarreal-cf-beats-psv-3-1-but-falls-0-2-to-benfica-in-summer-friendlies

### 2026-07-23: Villarreal beats PSV 3-1 in Europa League while pursuing Hungarian keeper Peter Gulacsi

Villarreal won 3-1 against PSV in the Europa League and is close to signing Hungarian goalkeeper Peter Gulacsi.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/villarreal-beats-psv-3-1-in-europa-league-while-pursuing-hungarian-keeper-peter-gulacsi

### 2026-07-22: Villarreal to face PSV in Eindhoven as part of preseason schedule

Villarreal will play PSV in Eindhoven on July 25 with live GOL coverage, while Valencia hosts Eldense in a televised preseason friendly.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/villarreal-to-face-psv-in-eindhoven-as-part-of-preseason-schedule

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