Event Details
- Date and Time: Saturday, January 24, 2026, 3 PM EST
- Venue: Estadio de la Ceramica, Villarreal, Spain
- Competition: La Liga
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Villarreal vs Real Madrid | Saturday, January 24, 2026, 3 PM EST |
| Villarreal odds | +230 |
| Real Madrid odds | +101 |
| Draw | +275 |
| Over 2 | -500 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Villarreal vs Real Madrid Preview and Team News
Villarreal Team News
Villarreal currently sit third in the table. Although they may have given up hopes of winning the title, they can still cement a spot in the UEFA Champions League next season. However, their recent form has been inconsistent, with just two wins in their last five games.
Recently, they were defeated 1-2 by Ajax in the UEFA Champions League. The Yellow Submarine posted a pitiful 38% possession share. Despite taking 19 shots, they failed to create more than two big chances. Central defender Renato Veiga’s performance came under the scanner, as he won just 25% of his aerial duels.
Santi Comesana and Santiago Mourino are suspended. Pau Cabanes and Willy Kambwala have been ruled out with injuries.
Villarreal predicted lineup vs Real Madrid (4-4-2): Tenas; Cardona, Veiga, Marin, Navarro; Moleiro, Partey, Parejo, Pepe; Oluwaseyi, Perez.
Real Madrid Team News
Real Madrid currently sit second in the table. With ex-coach Xabi Alonso sacked, Los Blancos’ main aim will be to dislodge their arch-nemesis, Barcelona, from the top spot.
Most recently, Madrid defeated Monaco 6-1 in the UEFA Champions League, quelling the dissent among their fans after their shock 2-3 loss to Barcelona in the Super Cup final. The team have now scored 14 goals in their last five matches, which means that their attackers are riding a wave.
Kylian Mbappe struck a brace against Monaco, but Vinicius stood out with a goal and two assists, not to mention an 86% pass completion rate and 100% long-ball accuracy.
Aurelien Tchouameni’s suspension is a significant blow. Alongside him, Eder Militao, Trent Alexander-Arnold, and Ferland Mendy have been sidelined with injuries. Rodrygo and Antonio Rudiger, meanwhile, are doubtful starters.
Real Madrid predicted lineup vs Villarreal (4-3-3): Courtois; Camavinga, Huijsen, Asencio, Valverde; Bellingham, Ceballos, Guler; Vinicius, Mbappe, Mastantuono.
Villarreal vs Real Madrid Prediction
- Pick: Real Madrid to win or draw
- Odds: -323 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Villarreal 1-3 Real Madrid
We expect Real Madrid to either win or draw. They’re far superior to their opponents and have shown their class by virtue of their standing in the table. Despite sitting just one spot above them, Los Blancos have seven points more than their opponents.
Moreover, the team hold a historical advantage over the hosts, having avoided defeat in 26 of their last 30 meetings. Plus, Madrid have lost just once on the road this season.
Villarreal vs Real Madrid Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Kylian Mbappe to score
- Odds: -110 (20Bet)
We expect Kylian Mbappe to find the net. He is currently La Liga’s leading goalscorer with 19 goals, five more than second-placed Vedat Muriqi (14). The Frenchman has also reached 50 goals in this tournament in just 53 matches, which is second only to the great Cristiano Ronaldo in this century.
Renowned for his sharpshooting skills, ball control, and precision inside the box, the ex-PSG man has already made 37 goal contributions across all competitions this season. Villarreal will have their hands full just trying to mark Mbappe closely.
Villarreal vs Real Madrid Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- ESPN (USA)
- TSN/RDS (Canada)
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