Villarreal's recent performances in the Europa League have been inconsistent at best. In their last three league matches, the team has managed to secure two draws and two losses, leaving them on the brink of elimination from the competition.

The first draw came against Getafe, a result that was largely due to a controversial penalty decision which went against Villarreal. The second draw came against Athletic Bilbao, where the team were unable to find the back of the net despite having multiple chances to score.

In contrast, Villarreal's performance in the Europa League has been much more consistent. They have won one match and drawn two, which is not bad considering the strength of their opposition. However, the team's struggles in the league have taken away any momentum they may have gained from those results.

The team's poor form in the league has been attributed to a number of factors. One could be the absence of key players who have been injured or out of form. Another factor could be the lack of consistency in the team's tactics and strategy.

Despite these challenges, Villarreal will need to step up their game if they want to progress in the Europa League. A win against Malaga in the next round would go a long way towards ensuring their place in the competition. If they continue to struggle in the league, it could be curtains for their hopes of reaching the knockout stages.