Ayoze Pérez scored the first goal in the fourth minute, setting the tone for the match. Despite FC Barcelona's Lamine Yamal and Fermín López equalizing to take the lead at halftime, Villarreal CF's Santi Comesaña and Tajon Buchanan scored in the second half to secure the win.

This achievement marks Villarreal CF's return to the Champions League after a nearly decade-long absence. The team last qualified for the competition in 2015/16 and went on to reach the semi-finals.

Villarreal CF's coach, Marcelino, expressed his pride and satisfaction with the team's accomplishment. "This is a huge reward for the squad and our supporters, something we've achieved together. We're proud to be back in the Champions League and look forward to enjoying it and planning for next season."

Villarreal CF's fifth-place finish in the league is a testament to their strong attacking play, with 67 goals scored so far this season. Ayoze Pérez has been a key player, netting 18 goals, while Thierno Barry and Álex Baena have also contributed significantly to the team's success.

With their Champions League spot secured, Villarreal CF can now focus on preparing for their return to the top European club competition.