{"id":1444126,"date":"2026-04-20T12:23:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-20T11:23:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1444126"},"modified":"2026-04-20T12:23:14","modified_gmt":"2026-04-20T11:23:14","slug":"match-preview-real-oviedo-vs-villarreal-23-04-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-real-oviedo-vs-villarreal-23-04-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Real Oviedo vs Villarreal: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

It\u2019s a classic top-versus-bottom clash as relegation-threatened Real Oviedo<\/a> welcome high-flying Villarreal<\/a> in a La Liga<\/a> fixture with the potential for drama at both ends of the table. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With Villarreal fighting for a Champions League place and Real Oviedo desperate for points to climb off the foot of the league, this contest at the Estadio Carlos Tartiere promises high stakes and little margin for error for either side. Kick-off is set for 23 April at 20:30, and all eyes will be on whether Villarreal\u2019s attacking firepower can break down an Oviedo side who are running out of time to turn their fortunes around.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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Based on Villarreal\u2019s dominant season-long attacking stats and Real Oviedo\u2019s defensive frailties, our top betting recommendations centre on an away win and low scoring for the home side. Villarreal\u2019s superior creativity and goal threat stand out, while the head-to-head and recent form provide little encouragement for an Oviedo upset. Here are our top tips:<\/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
Villarreal to Win<\/strong><\/td>\nBet365<\/a> 10\/11<\/a>
(52.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing Villarreal because they\u2019ve scored more than twice as many goals as Oviedo (56 vs 24), have a +20 goal difference, and won the reverse 2-0. Oviedo have the league\u2019s worst defence and have managed just 6 wins in 31 games.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Under 2.5 Goals<\/strong><\/td>\nBet365<\/a> 10\/11<\/a>
(52.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here due to Oviedo\u2019s scoring struggles (0.77 goals per game) and Villarreal\u2019s ability to control matches once ahead. The last meeting ended 2-0 and Oviedo rarely threaten against top sides.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Villarreal have been among the league\u2019s most consistent performers, holding third spot with a 61% win rate, while Real Oviedo are rooted to the bottom after a campaign marked by defensive problems and a lack of cutting edge in attack.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Villarreal<\/td>\n3<\/td>\n31<\/td>\n19<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n56<\/td>\n36<\/td>\n+20<\/td>\n61<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Real Oviedo<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n31<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n9<\/td>\n16<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n48<\/td>\n-24<\/td>\n27<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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