{"id":612332,"date":"2025-11-20T09:59:12","date_gmt":"2025-11-20T08:59:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/villarrealcf.es\/la-emocion-del-futbol-regresa-a-lo-grande-con-laliga-genuine\/"},"modified":"2025-11-18T18:42:28","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T17:42:28","slug":"laliga-genuine-is-back-and-the-excitement-returns-in-full-force","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/villarrealcf.es\/en\/laliga-genuine-is-back-and-the-excitement-returns-in-full-force\/","title":{"rendered":"The thrill of football returns in style with LALIGA GENUINE"},"content":{"protected":false,"blocks":[{"type":"heading","level":2,"text":"The inclusive tournament kicks off a new season with Tarragona as the first host on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"LALIGA GENUINE is back for the 2025\/26 season. Spain\u2019s most important inclusive tournament returns to Tarragona for the first phase, which will take place on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November at the Mediterranean Sports Hub."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"This season, the tournament will also visit C\u00e1diz (31st January and 1st February) and Gij\u00f3n (7th and 8th March) for the second phase; and Granada (25th and 26th April) and Burgos (30th and 31st May) for the third. Villarreal EDI will compete in C\u00e1diz and Granada during the second and third phases, respectively."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"For the first time, the season finale will be held at the facilities of the Real Federaci\u00f3n Espa\u00f1ola de F\u00fatbol (Spanish Football Federation) at Ciudad del F\u00fatbol Las Rozas (Madrid), where the three Fair Play champions and three sporting champions of a season full of surprises will be crowned."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"This year, the competition will feature 50 teams from across Spain, with over 1,400 players taking part."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"A new challenge for the current LALIGA GENUINE champions"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Last season, Villarreal EDI lifted the Compa\u00f1erismo League trophy in Bilbao, defeating hosts Athletic Club Fundazioa. In the final phase, they also beat the then-leaders Fundaci\u00f3n Club Atl\u00e9tico de Madrid and Real Sociedad. The yellow team, who hosted the third phase, enjoyed another dream weekend at the Ciudad Deportiva Jos\u00e9 Manuel Llaneza, defeating UD Ibiza and Granada CF."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The outstanding achievement of Villarreal EDI was recognised by the Villarreal Town Council last June, when the team was welcomed by Mayor Jos\u00e9 Benlloch. Following this emotional ceremony, the squad enjoyed a meal at El Ceramista and visited Inmersi\u00f3n Villarreal, placing their trophy in the club\u2019s museum display."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"In addition, during the 2025\/26 Endavant Gala, Fernando Roig presented the team with a commemorative trencad\u00eds. Now, they approach the new season with the same enthusiasm, ready to continue enjoying the sport they love."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Exciting debut against Getafe, Oviedo and Sevilla"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Villarreal EDI already know their schedule for the first phase of this season\u2019s LALIGA GENUINE. The Submarino Amarillo will kick off against Getafe CF on Saturday at 10am CET. Later that day, at 4:30pm CET, they face Real Oviedo. On Sunday, from 11am CET, the EDI will play their final match of the weekend against Sevilla CF."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The 16 representatives of Villarreal EDI for this opening stage are: Sergi, Javier, Eric, Juan Ram\u00f3n, Daniel, Miguel \u00c1ngel, Francisco, Adri\u00e0, Eduardo, Albert, Emanuel, Andr\u00e9s, Fernando, Pablo, Erik and Iv\u00e1n. The coaching staff will consist of Marta C\u00e1diz, Rafael Juli\u00e1n, Antonio Jim\u00e9nez and Sonia Alc\u00f3n."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"About the competition"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"LALIGA GENUINE is now an established national project promoting equality, tolerance and respect through the power of football, alongside programmes for social and professional inclusion and educational support for its participants."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Every match played throughout the season offers an opportunity for participants to show their passion for football and prove that, with determination and support, everyone can achieve their dreams."}],"structured":{"summary":{"text":"The inclusive tournament kicks off a new season with Tarragona as the first host on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November LALIGA GENUINE is back for the 2025\/26 season. Spain\u2019s most important inclusive tournament returns to Tarragona for the first phase, which will take place on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November at the Mediterranean Sports Hub. This season, the tournament will also visit C\u00e1diz (31st January and 1st February) and Gij\u00f3n (7th and 8th March) for the second phase; and Granada (25th and 26th April) and Burgos (30th and 31st May) for the third. Villarreal EDI will compete in C\u00e1diz and Granada during the second and third phases, respectively. For the first time, the season finale will be held at the facilities of the Real Federaci\u00f3n Espa\u00f1ola de F\u00fatbol (Spanish Football Federation) at Ciudad del F\u00fatbol Las Rozas (Madrid), where the three Fair Play champions and three sporting champions of a season full of surprises will be crowned. This year, the competition will feature 50 teams from across Spain, with over 1,400 players taking part. A new challenge for the current LALIGA GENUINE champions Last season, Villarreal EDI lifted the Compa\u00f1erismo League trophy in Bilbao, defeating hosts Athletic Club Fundazioa. In the final phase, they also beat the then-leaders Fundaci\u00f3n Club Atl\u00e9tico de Madrid and Real Sociedad. The yellow team, who hosted the third phase, enjoyed another dream weekend at the Ciudad Deportiva Jos\u00e9 Manuel Llaneza, defeating UD Ibiza and Granada CF. The outstanding achievement of Villarreal EDI was recognised by the Villarreal Town Council last June, when the team was welcomed by Mayor Jos\u00e9 Benlloch. Following this emotional ceremony, the squad enjoyed a meal at El Ceramista and visited Inmersi\u00f3n Villarreal, placing their trophy in the club\u2019s museum display. In addition, during the 2025\/26 Endavant Gala, Fernando Roig presented the team with a commemorative trencad\u00eds. Now, they approach the new season with the same enthusiasm, ready to continue enjoying the sport they love. Exciting debut against Getafe, Oviedo and Sevilla Villarreal EDI already know their schedule for the first phase of this season\u2019s LALIGA GENUINE. The Submarino Amarillo will kick off against Getafe CF on Saturday at 10am CET. Later that day, at 4:30pm CET, they face Real Oviedo. On Sunday, from 11am CET, the EDI will play their final match of the weekend against Sevilla CF. The 16 representatives of Villarreal EDI for this opening stage are: Sergi, Javier, Eric, Juan Ram\u00f3n, Daniel, Miguel \u00c1ngel, Francisco, Adri\u00e0, Eduardo, Albert, Emanuel, Andr\u00e9s, Fernando, Pablo, Erik and Iv\u00e1n. The coaching staff will consist of Marta C\u00e1diz, Rafael Juli\u00e1n, Antonio Jim\u00e9nez and Sonia Alc\u00f3n. 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This season, the tournament will also visit C\u00e1diz (31st January and 1st February) and Gij\u00f3n (7th and 8th March) for the second phase; and Granada (25th and 26th April) and Burgos (30th and 31st May) for the third. Villarreal EDI will compete in C\u00e1diz and Granada during the second and third phases, respectively. For the first time, the season finale will be held at the facilities of the Real Federaci\u00f3n Espa\u00f1ola de F\u00fatbol (Spanish Football Federation) at Ciudad del F\u00fatbol Las Rozas (Madrid), where the three Fair Play champions and three sporting champions of a season full of surprises will be crowned. This year, the competition will feature 50 teams from across Spain, with over 1,400 players taking part. A new challenge for the current LALIGA GENUINE champions Last season, Villarreal EDI lifted the Compa\u00f1erismo League trophy in Bilbao, defeating hosts Athletic Club Fundazioa. In the final phase, they also beat the then-leaders Fundaci\u00f3n Club Atl\u00e9tico de Madrid and Real Sociedad. The yellow team, who hosted the third phase, enjoyed another dream weekend at the Ciudad Deportiva Jos\u00e9 Manuel Llaneza, defeating UD Ibiza and Granada CF. The outstanding achievement of Villarreal EDI was recognised by the Villarreal Town Council last June, when the team was welcomed by Mayor Jos\u00e9 Benlloch. Following this emotional ceremony, the squad enjoyed a meal at El Ceramista and visited Inmersi\u00f3n Villarreal, placing their trophy in the club\u2019s museum display. In addition, during the 2025\/26 Endavant Gala, Fernando Roig presented the team with a commemorative trencad\u00eds. Now, they approach the new season with the same enthusiasm, ready to continue enjoying the sport they love. Exciting debut against Getafe, Oviedo and Sevilla Villarreal EDI already know their schedule for the first phase of this season\u2019s LALIGA GENUINE. The Submarino Amarillo will kick off against Getafe CF on Saturday at 10am CET. Later that day, at 4:30pm CET, they face Real Oviedo. On Sunday, from 11am CET, the EDI will play their final match of the weekend against Sevilla CF. The 16 representatives of Villarreal EDI for this opening stage are: Sergi, Javier, Eric, Juan Ram\u00f3n, Daniel, Miguel \u00c1ngel, Francisco, Adri\u00e0, Eduardo, Albert, Emanuel, Andr\u00e9s, Fernando, Pablo, Erik and Iv\u00e1n. The coaching staff will consist of Marta C\u00e1diz, Rafael Juli\u00e1n, Antonio Jim\u00e9nez and Sonia Alc\u00f3n. About the competition LALIGA GENUINE is now an established national project promoting equality, tolerance and respect through the power of football, alongside programmes for social and professional inclusion and educational support for its participants. 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The Submarino Amarillo will kick off against Getafe CF on Saturday at 10am CET. Later that day, at 4:30pm CET, they face Real Oviedo. On Sunday, from 11am CET, the EDI will play their final match of the weekend against Sevilla CF."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The 16 representatives of Villarreal EDI for this opening stage are: Sergi, Javier, Eric, Juan Ram\u00f3n, Daniel, Miguel \u00c1ngel, Francisco, Adri\u00e0, Eduardo, Albert, Emanuel, Andr\u00e9s, Fernando, Pablo, Erik and Iv\u00e1n. 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Now, they approach the new season with the same enthusiasm, ready to continue enjoying the sport they love. Exciting debut against Getafe, Oviedo and Sevilla Villarreal EDI already know their schedule for the first phase of this season\u2019s LALIGA GENUINE. The Submarino Amarillo will kick off against Getafe CF on Saturday at 10am CET. Later that day, at 4:30pm CET, they face Real Oviedo. On Sunday, from 11am CET, the EDI will play their final match of the weekend against Sevilla CF. The 16 representatives of Villarreal EDI for this opening stage are: Sergi, Javier, Eric, Juan Ram\u00f3n, Daniel, Miguel \u00c1ngel, Francisco, Adri\u00e0, Eduardo, Albert, Emanuel, Andr\u00e9s, Fernando, Pablo, Erik and Iv\u00e1n. The coaching staff will consist of Marta C\u00e1diz, Rafael Juli\u00e1n, Antonio Jim\u00e9nez and Sonia Alc\u00f3n. About the competition LALIGA GENUINE is now an established national project promoting equality, tolerance and respect through the power of football, alongside programmes for social and professional inclusion and educational support for its participants. Every match played throughout the season offers an opportunity for participants to show their passion for football and prove that, with determination and support, everyone can achieve their dreams.","headings":[{"type":"heading","level":2,"text":"The inclusive tournament kicks off a new season with Tarragona as the first host on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November"}],"texts":[{"type":"paragraph","text":"LALIGA GENUINE is back for the 2025\/26 season. 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The yellow team, who hosted the third phase, enjoyed another dream weekend at the Ciudad Deportiva Jos\u00e9 Manuel Llaneza, defeating UD Ibiza and Granada CF."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The outstanding achievement of Villarreal EDI was recognised by the Villarreal Town Council last June, when the team was welcomed by Mayor Jos\u00e9 Benlloch. Following this emotional ceremony, the squad enjoyed a meal at El Ceramista and visited Inmersi\u00f3n Villarreal, placing their trophy in the club\u2019s museum display."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"In addition, during the 2025\/26 Endavant Gala, Fernando Roig presented the team with a commemorative trencad\u00eds. Now, they approach the new season with the same enthusiasm, ready to continue enjoying the sport they love."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Exciting debut against Getafe, Oviedo and Sevilla"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Villarreal EDI already know their schedule for the first phase of this season\u2019s LALIGA GENUINE. The Submarino Amarillo will kick off against Getafe CF on Saturday at 10am CET. Later that day, at 4:30pm CET, they face Real Oviedo. On Sunday, from 11am CET, the EDI will play their final match of the weekend against Sevilla CF."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"The 16 representatives of Villarreal EDI for this opening stage are: Sergi, Javier, Eric, Juan Ram\u00f3n, Daniel, Miguel \u00c1ngel, Francisco, Adri\u00e0, Eduardo, Albert, Emanuel, Andr\u00e9s, Fernando, Pablo, Erik and Iv\u00e1n. The coaching staff will consist of Marta C\u00e1diz, Rafael Juli\u00e1n, Antonio Jim\u00e9nez and Sonia Alc\u00f3n."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"About the competition"},{"type":"paragraph","text":"LALIGA GENUINE is now an established national project promoting equality, tolerance and respect through the power of football, alongside programmes for social and professional inclusion and educational support for its participants."},{"type":"paragraph","text":"Every match played throughout the season offers an opportunity for participants to show their passion for football and prove that, with determination and support, everyone can achieve their dreams."}]}},"sections":[{"id":"section-1","title":"The inclusive tournament kicks off a new season with Tarragona as the first host on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November","text":"The inclusive tournament kicks off a new season with Tarragona as the first host on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November LALIGA GENUINE is back for the 2025\/26 season. Spain\u2019s most important inclusive tournament returns to Tarragona for the first phase, which will take place on 21st, 22nd and 23rd November at the Mediterranean Sports Hub. This season, the tournament will also visit C\u00e1diz (31st January and 1st February) and Gij\u00f3n (7th and 8th March) for the second phase; and Granada (25th and 26th April) and Burgos (30th and 31st May) for the third. Villarreal EDI will compete in C\u00e1diz and Granada during the second and third phases, respectively. For the first time, the season finale will be held at the facilities of the Real Federaci\u00f3n Espa\u00f1ola de F\u00fatbol (Spanish Football Federation) at Ciudad del F\u00fatbol Las Rozas (Madrid), where the three Fair Play champions and three sporting champions of a season full of surprises will be crowned. This year, the competition will feature 50 teams from across Spain, with over 1,400 players taking part. A new challenge for the current LALIGA GENUINE champions Last season, Villarreal EDI lifted the Compa\u00f1erismo League trophy in Bilbao, defeating hosts Athletic Club Fundazioa. In the final phase, they also beat the then-leaders Fundaci\u00f3n Club Atl\u00e9tico de Madrid and Real Sociedad. The yellow team, who hosted the third phase, enjoyed another dream weekend at the Ciudad Deportiva Jos\u00e9 Manuel Llaneza, defeating UD Ibiza and Granada CF. The outstanding achievement of Villarreal EDI was recognised by the Villarreal Town Council last June, when the team was welcomed by Mayor Jos\u00e9 Benlloch. Following this emotional ceremony, the squad enjoyed a meal at El Ceramista and visited Inmersi\u00f3n Villarreal, placing their trophy in the club\u2019s museum display. In addition, during the 2025\/26 Endavant Gala, Fernando Roig presented the team with a commemorative trencad\u00eds. Now, they approach the new season with the same enthusiasm, ready to continue enjoying the sport they love. Exciting debut against Getafe, Oviedo and Sevilla Villarreal EDI already know their schedule for the first phase of this season\u2019s LALIGA GENUINE. The Submarino Amarillo will kick off against Getafe CF on Saturday at 10am CET. Later that day, at 4:30pm CET, they face Real Oviedo. On Sunday, from 11am CET, the EDI will play their final match of the weekend against Sevilla CF. The 16 representatives of Villarreal EDI for this opening stage are: Sergi, Javier, Eric, Juan Ram\u00f3n, Daniel, Miguel \u00c1ngel, Francisco, Adri\u00e0, Eduardo, Albert, Emanuel, Andr\u00e9s, Fernando, Pablo, Erik and Iv\u00e1n. The coaching staff will consist of Marta C\u00e1diz, Rafael Juli\u00e1n, Antonio Jim\u00e9nez and Sonia Alc\u00f3n. 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