The Spanish club, Villarreal, has been struggling to maintain their form in the domestic league this season. The team is currently sitting at the bottom of La Liga table with just two wins from their first eight matches.

One of the main reasons for their struggles is their poor performance in Europe's premier club competition, the Europa League. Despite having qualified for the knockout stage last season, they have struggled to find consistency in the tournament so far.

In the latest round of fixtures, Villarreal suffered a disappointing defeat against AC Milan in the second leg of the Europa League group stages. The match ended in a draw, but Milan advanced to the next round thanks to a 2-1 aggregate win over the Spaniards.

This loss was a major blow for Villarreal, who had been looking to use the Europa League as a stepping stone towards a better finish in La Liga. However, their recent performances suggest that they may struggle to make up for lost ground in the domestic league.

There are several factors contributing to Villarreal's struggles in the Europa League. Firstly, they have struggled to create many chances against top European sides. Secondly, their defense has not been able to keep the opposition out consistently, leading to goalscoring opportunities being created for them.

Despite these challenges, there is still hope for Villarreal. They will be hoping to bounce back from this setback and continue their run in the Europa League. It remains to be seen whether they can turn things around and secure a spot in the knockout rounds. In the meantime, they must focus on improving their performance in the domestic league if they want to stay in contention for a top-four finish.