Pape Gueye: First appearance, first goal of the season in La Liga with Villarreal | OneFootball

The Senegalese midfielder opens his account on matchday one against newly promoted Oviedo

Pape Gueye / Villarreal 2-0 Real Oviedo

Pape Gueye scored his first goal of the season during Villarreal's 2-0 win over Real Oviedo this Friday, August 15, 2025, at the Estadio de la Cerámica, kicking off the La Liga campaign. The Senegalese midfielder netted his team's second goal in the second half.

Pape Gueye kicked off his Spanish season in the best possible way. Starting in midfield for the Yellow Submarine, the Senegalese international sealed Villarreal's victory over Real Oviedo, who are making their debut in La Liga this season. The match swung early on with the sending off of Alberto Reina, leaving Oviedo down to ten men.

Villarreal took control of the game without rushing, capitalizing on the spaces left by their opponents. After Etta Eyong opened the scoring, Pape Gueye latched onto a fine ball in the box to open his tally and secure a definitive lead for his side.

For the record, Pape Gueye wrapped up the 2024-2025 season with Villarreal on a high note. He finished with 5 goals in 37 appearances across all competitions, including 4 goals in La Liga.