Sunday, February 22, 2026, in Spain is marked by key sporting decisions and major jackpots in number games. In LaLiga, Villarreal faces Valencia in a match crucial for the top of the table. Simultaneously, residents of the Iberian Peninsula await the results of popular lotteries, such as El Gordo de la Primitiva and Lototurf, which promise multi-million euro wins.

Villarreal vs Valencia Clash

A key match of the 25th LaLiga round, where favored Villarreal hosts Valencia, which is fighting to avoid relegation.

Cordoba's Defeat in Almeria

The end of Cordoba CF's three-victory streak after a 1:2 away defeat in the second division.

Lottery Jackpots

Great excitement surrounding Sunday's draws for El Gordo de la Primitiva and Lototurf in Spain.

Sunday brings the heart of Spanish football excitement in the 25th round of LaLiga EA Sports. The main event is the clash at Estadio de la Ceramica, where the third-placed team Villarreal hosts Valencia. The hosts, despite their high position, have recorded only two victories in their last six matches, making today's game crucial for maintaining their place at the top. Meanwhile, the popular "Bats" from Valencia are desperately seeking points to distance themselves from the relegation zone. In parallel, in the Segunda Division, known as LaLiga Hypermotion, the battles of the 27th matchday continue. Almeria ended Cordoba CF's streak of three victories, winning 2:1, complicating the visitors' situation in the fight for the playoffs. The Spanish LaLiga has been considered one of the strongest leagues in the world for years, and clashes between Villarreal and Valencia are called "Derby of the Valencian Community," generating huge interest among local fans.Beyond the stadiums, Spaniards' attention is focused on number games. The draw for El Gordo de la Primitiva, one of the most prestigious lotteries organized by Loterías y Apuestas del Estado, is scheduled for late evening. Players pick five numbers from a pool of 54 and one additional number from 0-9. Additionally, the Lototurf draw is taking place, a unique game combining number selection with horse racing results. On Saturday, the Sueldazo de la ONCE was also resolved, where the main prize is a monthly payout of 5000 euros for 20 years. The lottery tradition in Spain dates back to the 18th century, and modern games like La Primitiva were revived in 1985, becoming an integral part of mass culture.„Los números premiados en el sorteo del Gordo de la Primitiva de hoy, domingo 22 de febrero de 2026, se publicarán a partir de las 21:40 horas.” (The winning numbers in today's Gordo de la Primitiva draw, Sunday, February 22, 2026, will be published from 9:40 p.m.) — La RazónResults of selected league matches: Almeria 2:1 Cordoba CF

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