The 2013-14 campaign delivered a triumphant return to the top flight for Villarreal as El Submarino Amarillo finished 6th in La Liga, securing an immediate spot in the UEFA Europa League. Leading the charge was the prolific Nigerian striker Ikechukwu Uche, whose 14 goals proved vital in a season built on a strong start under manager Marcelino and the attacking flair of players like Giovani Dos Santos. It was a standout year that marked the club's rapid resurgence to European competition and remains a defining chapter in the Yellow Submarine's modern history.