[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"football-site-config":3,"world-cup-status-en":27,"news-detail-marcelino-parts-ways-with-villarreal-open-letter-details-carefully-meditated":40,"news-related-marcelino-parts-ways-with-villarreal-open-letter-details-carefully-meditated-en":74,"news-related-match-marcelino-parts-ways-with-villarreal-open-letter-details-carefully-meditated-en":26},{"adSlots":4,"affiliateMode":5,"brandName":6,"contentStrategy":7,"currency":8,"friendLinks":9,"homepageLayoutKey":10,"leagueFocus":11,"locale":12,"planVisibility":13,"seoDescription":14,"seoTitleTemplate":15,"siteCode":10,"siteName":6,"siteType":10,"subscriptionMode":5,"timezone":16,"id":17,"tenantID":18,"primaryDomain":19,"countryCode":20,"logoUrl":21,"faviconUrl":21,"theme":22,"seoKeywords":24,"status":25,"ads":4,"focusLeagues":26,"affiliatePolicies":26},[],"shared","Football Prediction Platform","scores_predictions","USD",[],"main",[],"en-US",[],"Football fixtures, results, free predictions, subscriptions, and clearly labeled partner links.","{page} | Football Prediction Platform","America\u002FNew_York",323900000000000000,1,"football.easytestdev.online","US","",{"primaryColor":23},"#1677ff","football predictions, football fixtures, football results","active",null,{"active":28,"leagueId":29,"leagueName":30,"leagueImagePath":31,"seasonId":32,"seasonName":33,"startingAt":34,"endingAt":35,"daysToStart":36,"daysToEnd":37,"phase":38,"includeQualifying":39},true,"326135624916537344","World Cup","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.api-sports.io\u002Ffootball\u002Fleagues\u002F1.png","326255613308833792","2026\u002F2027","2026-06-11","2026-06-28",-11,5,"running",false,{"article":41},{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":42,"category":43,"excerpt":44,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":45,"leagueId":46,"leagueName":21,"matchId":46,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":47,"slug":48,"sourceName":49,"sourceURL":50,"teamId":51,"teamName":52,"teamIds":53,"teamNames":63,"title":73},"The Villarreal organization made it official on Monday, confirming that Marcelino García Toral would not be extending his tenure as head coach beyond the current season. His contract, which runs until the end of the campaign, will not be renewed. The club's statement confirmed that the separation would be amicable, with both sides respecting the contract. This announcement paved the way for the manager's own farewell, which came the following day in the form of an open letter addressed to the club's supporters.\n\nOn Tuesday, Marcelino released the letter, taking the opportunity to personally explain his decision. He wrote that his departure was the result of a careful and meditated process. The Asturian coach emphasized that he did not take the choice lightly, and he wanted to ensure that the fans understood the depth of his reasoning. By writing directly, he conveyed his gratitude and respect for the club and its community.\n\nThe open letter served as Marcelino's method of closure. He reflected on his time at Villarreal and expressed that the decision to leave was made after considerable thought. He described it as a 'meditated decision,' highlighting the deliberation that preceded the announcement. The letter allowed him to communicate his sentiments without the filter of a press conference, giving a more intimate farewell to the fans.\n\nThe club's initial statement on Monday laid the groundwork, but Marcelino's personal touch added an emotional layer. His words suggested that the decision, while difficult, was taken with the best interests of both parties in mind. He thanked the players, staff, and fans for their support during his tenure, underscoring the gratitude he felt for the opportunity.\n\nMarcelino's exit marks the end of a chapter for Villarreal. The coach will complete his contractual obligations before departing. The orderly transition gives the club time to identify a replacement. Meanwhile, the open letter stands as a testament to Marcelino's character, showing his commitment to transparency and gratitude towards the club that he led.\n\nWith this farewell, Marcelino closes his stint at Villarreal on his own terms. He made it clear that the choice was thoroughly considered, and he leaves with appreciation for the club and its community. The fans are left with a message of thanks and a promise that the decision was for the best, ensuring that the separation is marked by mutual respect and understanding.\n\nBased on reporting from Fútbol.","news","Villarreal and coach Marcelino García Toral will part ways at season's end after his contract expires. 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Barcelona B's title earns no promotion; Alavés promoted directly.","326257565316943872","Valencia","327181296419737601","326135624820068352","La Liga","327055359770365952","Valencia vs Barcelona","promotion-playoff-semifinals-set-osasuna-vs-villarreal-and-alba-fundacion-vs","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mundodeportivo.com\u002Ffutbol\u002Ffemenino\u002Fliga-f\u002F20260505\u002F1004179352\u002Fconocen-dias-horarios-playoff-ascenso-liga-f-moeve.html","326257565778317312","Osasuna",[91,82,79,51,54,94,95,57,96,97,61],"326257550938869760","326257606974771200","326257686389723136","326222711653142528",[92,83,80,52,64,99,100,67,101,102,71],"Lask Linz","Hangzhou Greentown","Together","Spain","Promotion Playoff Semifinals Set: Osasuna vs Villarreal and Alba Fundación vs Valencia Battle for Liga F Moeve Spot",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":43,"excerpt":105,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":106,"leagueId":107,"leagueName":108,"matchId":46,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":109,"slug":110,"sourceName":111,"sourceURL":112,"teamId":113,"teamName":114,"teamIds":115,"teamNames":122,"title":129},"Laurids expresses ambition to win titles in both London and Aarhus after Manchester City and FC Midtjylland dropped points, boosting Arsenal's and AGF's title hopes.","327194078347268097","326135627642834944","League","2026-05-05T16:15:00Z","laurids-eyes-double-gold-after-weekend-upsets","Sport | DR","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.dr.dk\u002Fsporten\u002Flaurids-toerster-efter-guld-i-baade-london-og-aarhus-kan-blive-en-maj-maaned-jeg-aldrig-vil-glemme","326257546258026496","Manchester City",[113,116,117,118,61,51,119,120,121],"326257561592401920","326257545968619520","326257561789534208","326257590348550144","326257749719519232","326257615342407680",[114,123,124,125,71,52,126,127,128],"FC Midtjylland","Arsenal","Aarhus","Sporting Kansas City","Vilaverdense","FC Winterthur","Laurids Eyes Double Gold After Weekend Upsets",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":43,"excerpt":131,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":132,"leagueId":133,"leagueName":134,"matchId":46,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":109,"slug":135,"sourceName":111,"sourceURL":112,"teamId":113,"teamName":114,"teamIds":136,"teamNames":138,"title":140},"On Monday evening, both Manchester City and FC Midtjylland dropped points in their respective championship races, bringing Arsenal and AGF closer to the title.","327194129400336385","326135625054949376","Premier League","manchester-city-and-fc-midtjylland-drop-points-boosting-arsenal-and-agf",[113,116,117,118,51,119,120,137,61],"326257766379294720",[114,123,124,125,52,126,127,139,71],"Vila Nova","Manchester City and FC Midtjylland Drop Points, Boosting Arsenal and AGF"]