Villarreal and Elche draw 0-0 in LaLiga matchday nine
Villarreal and Elche played to a goalless draw on Saturday, each earning one point as Elche keeper Matías Dituro shone and a Villarreal penalty was overturned after VAR review.
Key points
- The match ended 0-0, giving each team one point.
- Elche goalkeeper Matías Dituro received praise for his performance.
- A Villarreal penalty was cancelled following a VAR review.
- Elche extended their run of clean‑sheet matches.
On Saturday 17 October 2026, Villarreal CF hosted Elche CF at the Estadio de la Cerámica in LaLiga matchday nine.
The match kicked off at 11:15 local time.
The game ended in a 0‑0 draw, giving each side one point.
Elche goalkeeper Matías Dituro was highlighted for his performance.
A penalty awarded to Villarreal was overturned after a VAR review.
Elche kept a clean sheet, extending their streak of matches without conceding.
“Es un empate meritorio ante un rival con mucha jerarquía.” – José Anselmi
Your questions, answered
What was the result of the Villarreal vs Elche LaLiga match on October 17, 2026?
The game ended in a 0-0 draw, with each side earning one point.
Why was the Villarreal penalty not counted?
The penalty was overturned after a VAR review.
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