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Alex Freeman scores first Villarreal goal in match against Valencia

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Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Alex Freeman scores first Villarreal goal in match against Valencia
Summary

Alex Freeman marked his first goal for Villarreal on October 24, heading in a crucial equalizer during a 2-1 comeback against Valencia at Mestalla. Villarreal had initially fallen behind in the first half but equalized in the 69th minute through Freeman's goal. The match saw both teams receive red cards, with Villarreal's Pape Gueye dismissed in the 79th minute and Valencia's Harvey Elliott ten minutes later. Georges Mikautadze netted the winning goal for Villarreal in stoppage time. Freeman, who has started the last five league matches, joined Villarreal in January following a successful season in MLS with Orlando City.

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  • •Freeman scored in the 69th minute to equalize.
  • •Villarreal overcame an early deficit to win the match.
  • •Both teams received red cards late in the game.
  • •Mikautadze scored the winning goal in stoppage time.
  • •Freeman has started in five consecutive league matches.
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  • 10:14 PMYahoo Sports — USMNT defender Alex Freeman scores first Villarreal goal in comeback win
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Alex Freeman scored his first goal for Villarreal on Saturday, Oct. 24, heading home in the second half to spark a 2-1 comeback win against Valencia.

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