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Borussia Dortmund's 3-2 victory over Villarreal was a fair reflection of a chaotic, high-chance game where both sides created clear opportunities (Dortmund 18 shots, 6 on target; Villarreal 13 shots, 6 on target). The hosts slightly edged the xG battle with more shots inside the box (12 vs 9) and higher-quality chances, exemplified by Serhou Guirassy's two-goal contribution (80', 85' pen) against his late own goal.

Villarreal showed clinical finishing (6 on target from 13 shots) but were undone by defensive errors, with Renato Veiga's 53rd-minute own goal and Guirassy's penalty proving decisive. Dortmund's 52% possession translated into more shots (18 vs 13) and corners (9 vs 7), though both goalkeepers were busy (Dortmund's Kobel made 5 saves, Villarreal's Gülácsi 4). The key stat: Dortmund's 12 shots inside the box to Villarreal's 9, showing their greater penetration in dangerous areas.