- Date and Time: Sunday, April 27, 2025. 15:15 GMT+1
- Venue: El Madrigal, Villarreal, Spain
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| Villarreal vs Espanyol | Sunday, April 27, 2025. 15:15 GMT+1 |
| Villarreal odds | 1.45 |
| Espanyol odds | 6.05 |
| Draw | 5.05 |
| Over/Under | Total 2,5: 1.74/2.09 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 122 $/€ |
Villarreal vs Espanyol Preview and Team News
Villarreal Team News
Spanish side Villarreal will be looking to get their European challenge back on track on Sunday after suffering a heavy 3-0 defeat at Celta Vigo on Wednesday. The Spanish side remain in a prominent position after winning two of their last five fixtures in La Liga.
Surprisingly, Villarreal have been more efficient on the road this season, winning 53% of their fixtures compared to 33% of wins that have been recorded on home soil. However, Villarreal have scored an average of 2.07 goals per 90 from an xG of 1.74 in home fixtures.
Sergi Cardona returns from suspension this weekend. However, Eric Bailly is banned. Raul Albiol and Alejandro Baena could also both return from injury. However, Ilias Akhomach remains out with a serious knee injury.
Villarreal predicted lineup vs Espanyol
Villarreal predicted lineup vs Espanyol (4-4-2): Junior; Femenia, Foyth, Costa, Cardona; Pino, Baena, Parejo, Suarez; Perez, Barry.
Espanyol Team News
Espanyol will still have one eye over their shoulder this season, as they sit just seven points clear of the relegation places. However, their recent form has been very strong after going five without defeat, and winning three of their last four.
The Spanish side have won just 19% of their matches on the road this season. Furthermore, they have averaged just 0.95 goals per 90 from an xG of 0.88. Meanwhile, they have conceded an average of 1.56 goals per game on the road from an xGA of 1.91.
Sergi Gomez is unlikely to return from a back injury this weekend. However, Gaston Valles, Brian Olivan, and Jose Gragera are all back in contention to feature.
Espanyol predicted lineup vs Villarreal
Espanyol predicted lineup vs Villarreal (4-2-3-1): Garcia; El Hilali, Kumbulla, Cabrera, Romero; Lozano, Zarate; Carreras, Exposito, Puado; Fernandez.
Bet hereVillarreal vs Espanyol Prediction
- Pick: Villarreal
- Odds: 1.45 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Villarreal 1-0 Espanyol
The hosts will be in desperate search of a return to winning ways following a heavy loss in midweek. It could be worth noting that the hosts have won their last four against their opponents.
The chances of a home win are also increased based on the fact that Espanyol have suffered defeats in 63% of their matches on the road this season.
Villarreal vs Espanyol Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Both Teams Not to Score
- Odds: 1.79 (22Bet)
Both teams not scoring this weekend seems like a valid pick. Villarreal have kept clean sheets in 20% of their home matches this season, and they have conceded an average xG of just 1.34.
Meanwhile, Espanyol have failed to score in 31% of their away matches, and have scored an average of just 0.94 goals per game in their fixtures on the road.
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