The 2022-23 campaign delivered a dramatic resurgence for Villarreal as El Submarino Amarillo secured a crucial 5th-place finish in La Liga, securing a coveted spot in the Europa League. The year was defined by the stunning breakout of young forward Nicolas Jackson, whose 12 league goals included an incredible nine in the final eight matches, earning him the La Liga Player of the Month award for May. It was a pivotal season, marked by their centenary celebrations and unforgettable victories, including two famous wins over Real Madrid, that cemented the club's status as a formidable force.