{"id":1425804,"date":"2026-01-22T12:36:57","date_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:36:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1425804"},"modified":"2026-01-22T12:36:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T12:36:58","slug":"match-preview-real-madrid-vs-villarreal-24-01-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-real-madrid-vs-villarreal-24-01-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Villarreal vs Real Madrid: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Two of La Liga\u2019s sharpest attacks collide as Villarreal<\/a> host Real Madrid<\/a> at the Estadio de la Ceramica in a Saturday evening La Liga<\/a> clash (kick-off 20:00, 24 January). <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Real are riding high in the title race with the league\u2019s most prolific forward line, while Villarreal\u2019s ruthless finishing and knack for upsetting the big sides make this a must-watch encounter. With both teams in the top three and only seven points separating them, expect fireworks and a result with major implications for the title chase.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on the current form, attacking stats, and recent head-to-heads, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re especially confident in a Real Madrid win, given their clinical front line and dominance in key metrics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Real Madrid to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n1\/1 @ Bet365<\/a>
(50.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe\u2019re backing Real Madrid to win because they boast the strongest attack and defence in La Liga, average 2.15 goals per game, and are unbeaten in their last three home meetings with Villarreal. Mbapp\u00e9\u2019s form makes them a cut above at the Bernab\u00e9u.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score \u2013 Yes<\/strong><\/td>\n4\/9 @ Bet365<\/a>
(69.2%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here due to Villarreal\u2019s ability to convert limited opportunities (37 goals from just 245 shots) and the fact both teams have scored in four of the last six head-to-heads. Madrid\u2019s defence is strong, but Villarreal remain dangerous in transition.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing. Please gamble responsibly.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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