Villarreal vs Atletico Match Prediction

TABLE WITH ODDS OF POPULAR BOOKMAKERS

Bookmakers	1	X	2	Under 2.5	Over 2.5
	2.8	3.3	2.32	2	1.7	Bonus	100%
	3.01	3.615	2.457	2.171	1.803	Bonus	400$
	2.904	3.48	2.37	2.096	1.74	Bonus	90€
	2.9	3.45	2.42	2.08	1.73	Bonus	+500%
	2.904	3.48	2.37	2.096	1.74	Bonus	300€

The first round of the new season will see Villarreal and Atletico at the El Madrigal stadium. The rich history of personal meetings between the teams adds intrigue. “Villarreal” and “Atletico” have already crossed swords 46 times on the football fields, giving a lot of bright and dramatic matches. Recently, the “matrasniki” have achieved a slight advantage over the “submariners,” but the difference in the class of the rivals does not look significant.

Odds for the match Villarreal – Atletico

Bookmakers are ready to offer odds ranging from 2.8 to 3.01 on the success of Villarreal. It seems that the “yellow submarine” has a good chance to win, but it will definitely not be an easy ride.

Those who think Atletico will take three points away from Villarreal should look at odds between 2.32 and 2.457. The Madrid club is clearly seen as a favorite, but don’t forget that away games against tough opponents are never easy.

Bookmakers are ready to offer odds ranging from 3.3 to 3.615 for fans of a draw. It is quite possible that the teams will play cautiously and make peace.

Prediction for the match Villarreal – Atletico

The match promises to be very hard-fought and competitive. “Atletico” will be considered the favourite due to the higher class of players and successful results at the end of last season. “Matrasniki” will try to prove their championship ambitions from the first rounds and win on the field of a strong opponent. The head-to-head statistics also speak in Madrid’s favour – in the last 10 matches, they have 4 wins with 5 draws and only 1 defeat.

However, Villarreal will surely give a fight to their formidable opponent. “The Yellow Submarine finished last season on a positive note, with 5 wins in the final 10 rounds.

The history of face-to-face confrontations shows that the matches between these teams are rarely boring and unproductive. In the last 10 face-to-face meetings, only 2 “dry” draws were recorded, with the opponents scoring an average of about 2.7 goals per game. There is a high probability that the upcoming match will please the fans with a sharp, productive game with plenty of dangerous moments.

Given the attacking potential of both teams and their desire to play active football, it is logical to assume that there will be more than two goals scored. The optimal bet is “total more than 2.5 goals,” with odds of about 1.75. Also tempting is the option “both teams will score,” with odds around 1.65.

Recent official meetings

Villarreal

“Villarreal finished the 23/24 season quite successfully, with five wins, three draws, and only two defeats in the last ten La Liga matches. These results allowed the “yellow submarine” to take eighth place in the standings and confirm their status as a solid mid-table side in Spanish football.

Villarreal’s successes include wins over Girona (0-1), Sevilla (3-2), Rayo Vallecano (3-0), Almeria (1-2) and Valencia (1-0).

Draws with Osasuna (1:1), Real Madrid (4:4) and Atletico (1:1) can also be credited to Villarreal. Especially impressive was the draw with Madrid, in which the “yellow submarine” showed character and scored 4 goals.

Defeats to Celta (3:2) and Atletico (1:2) were a spoonful of tar in the honey barrel but could not overturn the overall positive mood of the team.

“Villarreal” approaches the start of the new season in good shape and with ambitions to compete for a trip to the European Cup.

Atletico

“Atletico finished the 23/24 season on a high note in La Liga, but suffered a disappointing defeat in the Champions League. In their last ten matches in all competitions, the Matrazniki have won seven and lost three times.

In the Spanish championship, Diego Simeone’s wards achieved impressive results, beating Real Sociedad (0:2), Getafe (0:3), Celta (1:0), Mallorca (0:1), Athletic (3:1) and Girona (3:1).

Their only defeat in La Liga came at the hands of Osasuna (1:4), conceding four goals. This result was a real shock for the team and its fans.

Failure in the Champions League was the main disappointment of the season for Atletico. The team got off to a brilliant start against Borussia Dortmund in the quarter-finals, winning the first leg 2-1. However, the away side unexpectedly lost 4-2 and were eliminated from the tournament.

“Atletico are approaching the new season as one of the main favourites in La Liga. The team still demonstrates Simeone’s trademark style. If they can avoid slumps and improve their stability, they could well be in with a shot at the title.

History of head-to-head confrontations

“Villarreal” and “Atletico” – two top clubs in Spanish football which always give out hard and uncompromising matches. The history of the confrontation has already had 46 meetings, with the minimum advantage is on the side of the “matrasniki.” “Atletico” won 17 victories, “yellow submarine” responded with 15 victories, and another 14 matches ended in a draw.

In the last 10 head-to-head matches in La Liga, Madrid have also won more often than not. “Atletico” won 4 meetings, “Villarreal” was able to win only once, and 5 games, the rivals ended peacefully. Interestingly, in these 10 games, only 2 draws have been recorded, as the teams are trying to be sharp and efficient.

As for goals, Atletico also has a slight advantage. On average, the “matrasniki” score Villarreal 1.39 goals per match, while the “yellow submarine” is responsible for 1.30 goals per game. In total, in 46 face-to-face meetings, the Madrid players have distinguished themselves 64 times, while the “submariners” upset the opponent with 60 goals.

Recent matches include Atletico’s emphatic 3-1 victory in November 2023.

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