LiontipsVillarreal vs Barcelona. Prediction and Betting Tips for La Liga
Command Analysis
Hosts lost two latest games, but we should admit that team started to play better with the arrival of Kike Setien. He took charge of Villarreal in October and improved team's possession game. Team still has a chance to snatch the final spot in European competitions zone, but it won't be easy.
Team suffered a defeat to Elche (1:3) in the most recent match. Central defender Pau Torres said that they need to bounce back to avoid a first three-game losing streak since 2019/20 season. But it will be hard for the Yellow Submarine, because they earned their most recent victory over Barcelona in 2007.
After 20 matches of the current season Valencian club has nine victories and four draws, delivering 31 points and a 6th position in the standings.
Jackson, Lo Celso, Moreno and Pedrasa will miss the upcoming game.
Injury to Villarreal's Gerard Moreno gives Barcelona even more advantage in the upcoming game. Xavi's men are coming to Estadio de la Ceramica with an intention to get their 11th consecutive victory in all competitions. Most recent win over Sevilla (3:0) extended team's lead to eight points and now analytics give Barca 89,9% chance to win the league.
Xavi is unlikely to change team's strategy in the upcoming game. Team has a fantastic defensive line - Catalan side allowed only seven goals in 20 matches. Blaugranas are approaching the Europa League battle against Manchester United, so head coach is unlikely to make some changes. Team has 17 victories and two draws, delivering 53 points and a top position in the La Liga standings.
Busquets and Dembele will miss the upcoming game.
Trends
Ставка Correct score 1:1
None of four latest head-to-head matches ended on level terms
Ставка Goals in both halves - yes
In 3 of 5 latest matches of Villarreal goals were scored in both halves
Ставка Corners: total under 9,5
This bet played in 3 of 5 latest matches of the hosts
Ставка Yellow cards: total under 5
This bet played in 3 of 5 latest matches of the visitors
Tip and bets
We think that defense will prevail over the offense here. Latest head-to-head matches were low-scoring and we are expecting the same here.
Our prediction - total under 3 goals
We think that the hosts have what it takes to hold off Barca, who need to save the energy for the upcoming Champions League clash. A draw should be a fairly positive result for both sides.
Our second bet is on a draw
