Barcelona extended La Liga lead with 2-0 win over Villarreal on Dec. 22, 2025.

Barcelona defeated Villarreal 2-0 on December 22, 2025, extending their lead in La Liga with a dominant performance marked by strong offense and defense. The win solidified their top position in the standings. In Indonesia, a bus crash on the same day killed at least 15 people, with no details on cause or location available. The Avatar sequel *Fire and Ash* opened to $345 million globally but underperformed expectations, falling short of its $400 million budget despite strong international turnout. Meanwhile, ISIS remnants continue to operate in remote parts of Syria, posing an ongoing security challenge despite sustained military and diplomatic efforts.