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Vinicius on Edge: Real Madrid’s Clash with Villarreal Could Spark a Card Storm

24 January 2026

Vinicius on Edge: Real Madrid’s Clash with Villarreal Could Spark a Card Storm
Vinicius could miss next game if booked tonight.

Match Context

Vinicius Junior, Real Madrid's Brazilian star, faces a possible suspension ahead of the clash against Villarreal.

The teams meet at La Ceramica in round 21 of La Liga.

Spanish daily AS reports that a yellow card tonight would rule Vinicius out of next week's home clash with Rayo Vallecano at the Bernabéu.

La Liga Stakes

Madrid sit second in the table on 48 points, one behind leaders Barcelona, while Villarreal occupy third with 41 points, though they have a game in hand.

Madrid have won only two of their last ten visits to La Ceramica, with six draws and two Villarreal home wins.

Villarreal coach Marcelino García Toral has overseen just one home defeat this season, a 0-2 loss to Barcelona on December 21, and the rest of their home games ended in wins or a 2-2 draw with Real Betis.

Kick-off is at 21:00 local time on Saturday, January 24. Real Madrid, second, are chasing a narrow gap to Barca, while Villarreal hope to capitalize at home. A booking could change everything.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will Vinicius be suspended after this match?

A yellow card tonight could rule him out of next week's game against Rayo Vallecano at the Bernabéu.

Where is the match played?

At La Ceramica, in round 21 of La Liga.

What are the current standings?

Real Madrid are second with 48 points, one behind Barcelona; Villarreal are third with 41 points, though they have a game in hand.

Who is Villarreal’s coach?

Marcelino García Toral.