La Liga
Villarreal vs Real Madrid
Sat, 24 Jan 2026 - 20:00 (UK Time)
Stadium: Estadio de la Cerámica
Villarreal vs Real Madrid Prediction & Tips | La Liga 2025/26
Predictions
Get ready for an exciting matchup as Villarreal hosts Real Madrid in round 21 of the La Liga.
The game kicks off on Sat, 24 January 2026 at 20:00 (UK Time), and we’ve prepared a comprehensive prediction to help you make informed betting decisions.
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Quick Stats Summary
Check out the stats below to quickly understand the dynamics between both teams and their recent form.
Villarreal: 13W / 2D / 4L – Avg. 2.95 goals scored per game
Real Madrid: 15W / 3D / 2L – Avg. 3 goals scored per game
Last 34 meetings: Villarreal won 5, Real Madrid won 18, 11 draws
Villarreal vs Real Madrid Betting Tips & Predictions
We’ve analyzed the form, stats, and head-to-head results to provide expert betting tips for this fixture.
Our tips are backed by data and updated regularly with the latest info.
👉 Prediction: Villarreal to Win
Expect a hard-fought battle in Villarreal vs Real Madrid, but we’re backing Villarreal to take home the three points.
Their strong home record at Estadio de la Cerámica makes them the safer pick, and we expect them to use their home-field advantage to claim all three points.
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - 1X
The home team often holds the advantage in the Double Chance market, and that’s the case in this Villarreal vs Real Madrid clash. Our recommended bet is for Villarreal to win or the match to end in a draw.
Our analysis shows Villarreal as the superior side, giving them a strong chance to take all three points. But even if they don’t win outright, their ability to hold firm at home makes the 1X Double Chance bet a reliable option.
Team Form: Villarreal
This season in the La Liga, Villarreal has played 19 matches.
Here's a snapshot of their campaign so far:
Wins: 13
Draws: 2
Losses: 4
Avg Goals Scored: 2.95
Avg Goals Conceded: 1
Here's how Villarreal performed over the last 5 matches:
Form Overview
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Team Form: Real Madrid
Real Madrid has also had a busy run in the {league_name}, with 20 matches played:
Wins: 15
Draws: 3
Losses: 2
Avg Goals Scored: 3
Avg Goals Conceded: 0.85
Here's how Real Madrid performed over the last 5 matches:
Form Overview
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Head-to-Head: Past Meetings
Here is how both teams compare in their last 34 meetings:
Villarreal Wins: 5
Real Madrid Wins: 18
Draws: 11
Recent Head-to-Head Results
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Match Info
Date: Sat, 24 January 2026 (Saturday)
Kick-off: 20:00 (UK Time)
Venue: Estadio de la Cerámica
Competition: La Liga
Stats
The statistics for Villarreal vs Real Madrid that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3.05
League: 2.61
Both Teams to Score
50%
League: 53%
Over 1.5+
85%
League: 78%
Over 2.5+
65%
League: 48%
Cards
2.9
League: 4.76
Corners
11.4
League: 9.72
Home Team
Villarreal
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
L
L
D
W
|
2.16 |
| Home |
W
L
W
W
W
|
2.5 |
| Away |
L
D
D
W
L
|
1.78 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 68% | 80% | 56% |
| Goals | 2.95 | 3 | 2.89 |
| Scored | 1.95 | 2.3 | 1.56 |
| Conceded | 1 | 0.7 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 47% | 40% | 56% |
| Without Conceding | 37% | 50% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 16% | 10% | 22% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.47 | 1.79 | 1.11 |
|
xGA
|
1.48 | 1.24 | 1.74 |
Away Team
Real Madrid
Spain - La Liga
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
W
W
W
W
L
|
2.4 |
| Home |
W
W
W
D
W
|
2.7 |
| Away |
W
W
L
W
D
|
2.1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 75% | 90% | 60% |
| Goals | 3 | 2.9 | 3.1 |
| Scored | 2.15 | 2.3 | 2 |
| Conceded | 0.85 | 0.6 | 1.1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Without Conceding | 45% | 50% | 40% |
| Failed To Score | 10% | 10% | 10% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
2.24 | 2.4 | 2.09 |
|
xGA
|
1.14 | 1.02 | 1.27 |
Corners
8.37 / Match
+16% Corners / Match
Real Madrid received +16% more corners than Villarreal in the La Liga
9.75 / Match
Atlético Madrid
(5)
Rayo Vallecano
(9)
Sevilla
(6)
Mallorca
(4)
Levante UD
(7)
Celta de Vigo
(7)
Real Oviedo
(0)(2)
Athletic Bilbao
(4)
Sevilla
(4)
Real Oviedo
(8)
Barcelona
(6)
Espanyol
(6)
Betis
(9)
Deportivo Alavés
Cards
2.47 / Match
+18% Cards / Match
Villarreal received +18% more cards than Real Madrid in the La Liga
2.1 / Match
Atlético Madrid
(0)
Rayo Vallecano
(1)
Sevilla
(2)
Mallorca
(0)
Levante UD
(3)
Celta de Vigo
(3)
Real Oviedo
(1)(2)
Athletic Bilbao
(0)
Sevilla
(0)
Real Oviedo
(4)
Barcelona
(4)
Espanyol
(2)
Betis
(1)
Deportivo Alavés
Goals Scored
1.95 / Match
+10%
Real Madrid is +10% better in terms of goals scored
2.15 / Match
Atlético Madrid
(5)
Rayo Vallecano
(0)
Sevilla
(2)
Mallorca
(1)
Levante UD
(5)
Celta de Vigo
(2)
Real Oviedo
(1)(4)
Athletic Bilbao
(1)
Sevilla
(2)
Real Oviedo
(0)
Barcelona
(2)
Espanyol
(1)
Betis
(2)
Deportivo Alavés
Goals Conceded
1 / Match
+15%
Villarreal condeded +15% more goals than Real Madrid
0.85 / Match
Atlético Madrid
(1)
Rayo Vallecano
(2)
Sevilla
(3)
Mallorca
(1)
Levante UD
(1)
Celta de Vigo
(1)
Real Oviedo
(1)(2)
Athletic Bilbao
(0)
Sevilla
(0)
Real Oviedo
(2)
Barcelona
(0)
Espanyol
(1)
Betis
(1)
Deportivo Alavés
La Liga Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Barcelona
|
38 | 31 | 1 | 6 | 95 | 36 | 59 | 94 | 2.47 |
| 2 |
Real Madrid
|
38 | 27 | 5 | 6 | 77 | 35 | 42 | 86 | 2.26 |
| 3 |
Atlético Madrid
|
37 | 21 | 6 | 10 | 61 | 39 | 22 | 69 | 1.86 |
| 4 |
Villarreal
|
37 | 21 | 6 | 10 | 67 | 45 | 22 | 69 | 1.86 |
| 5 |
Betis
|
38 | 15 | 15 | 8 | 59 | 48 | 11 | 60 | 1.58 |
| 6 |
Celta de Vigo
|
38 | 14 | 12 | 12 | 53 | 48 | 5 | 54 | 1.42 |
| 7 |
Getafe
|
38 | 15 | 6 | 17 | 32 | 38 | -6 | 51 | 1.34 |
| 8 |
Rayo Vallecano
|
38 | 12 | 14 | 12 | 41 | 44 | -3 | 50 | 1.32 |
| 9 |
Valencia
|
38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 46 | 55 | -9 | 49 | 1.29 |
| 10 |
Real Sociedad
|
38 | 11 | 13 | 14 | 59 | 61 | -2 | 46 | 1.21 |
| 11 |
Espanyol
|
38 | 12 | 10 | 16 | 43 | 55 | -12 | 46 | 1.21 |
| 12 |
Athletic Bilbao
|
38 | 13 | 6 | 19 | 43 | 58 | -15 | 45 | 1.18 |
| 13 |
Elche CF
|
38 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 49 | 57 | -8 | 43 | 1.13 |
| 14 |
Deportivo Alavés
|
38 | 11 | 10 | 17 | 44 | 56 | -12 | 43 | 1.13 |
| 15 |
Sevilla
|
38 | 12 | 7 | 19 | 46 | 60 | -14 | 43 | 1.13 |
| 16 |
Osasuna
|
38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 44 | 50 | -6 | 42 | 1.11 |
| 17 |
Mallorca
|
38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 47 | 57 | -10 | 42 | 1.11 |
| 18 |
Levante UD
|
38 | 11 | 9 | 18 | 47 | 61 | -14 | 42 | 1.11 |
| 19 |
Girona
|
38 | 9 | 14 | 15 | 39 | 55 | -16 | 41 | 1.08 |
| 20 |
Real Oviedo
|
38 | 6 | 11 | 21 | 26 | 60 | -34 | 29 | 0.76 |
Odds
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