La Liga side, Villarreal secure their first major European trophy after a dramatic penalty shootout win over Manchester United.
Manchester United who were favourites to win the game fell behind after 26 minutes after Gerard Moreno scored from a set piece. But United fought back after the half hour mark after Edinson Cavani scored from close range.
Both sides couldn't score after 90 minutes including extra-time, the game was later decided by penalty shoot out.
Every player from each side scored from the spot. Villarreal goalkeeper, Geronimo Rulli was the hero, he scored and he saved David de Gea penalty. It ended 11-10 after the penalty shoot out.
After the game, Barcelona women forward Asisat Oshoala has congratulated her fellow country mate, Samuel Chukwueze.
Although, the Super Eagles winger didn't play the game due to injury which he suffered in the second leg semi final against Arsenal last month.
Samuel Chukwueze has been an important player for Unai Emery, haven made 11 appearances, scoring one goal and providing four assists in the Europa League.
Oshoala tweeted: “Big up and congrats to my brother Chukwueze, Nigerians winning everywhere .....we lit. Chukwueze welcome to the club."
In another post, Oshoala expressed disappointment for Manchester United because she is a fan of the Red Devils.
Nigerian international, Oshoala recently helped Barcelona to win the Women's Champions League after they defeated Chelsea in the final.
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