Real Madrid vs Villarreal Predictions and Betting Tips

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The Estadio Alfredo Di Stefano is the stage for this highly-anticipated encounter as Real Madrid take on Villarreal this Saturday. Read on for our expert tips and predictions.

Los Blancos head into this game unbeaten against the Yellow Submarine in the last six encounters. However, it is to be noted that both sides played out a highly entertaining draw in the reverse match back in November- the fourth draw in their last six matches.

Real looking to first deliver

Real Madrid head into this game in the second position, two points behind city rivals Atletico Madrid. As such, even with a victory in this fixture, it still might not be enough to direct the title to their half of Madrid as they would need relegation-threatened Valladolid to pick up at least a point against Simeone’s troops. However, this discussion wouldn’t be needed if they don’t pick up maximum points against a side they have struggled to beat in recent seasons.

The Yellow Submarine currently find themselves in 7th position and with the upcoming Europa League final against Manchester United, they would certainly be looking to finish the season in good shape. They head into this game off the back of two wins, the last one being a 4-0 victory at home against Sevilla with Carlos Barca netting a hattrick.

Real Madrid vs Villarreal Team News

Real Madrid would be without the services of Mendy, Vazquez, and Carvajal with the trio battling with injuries while Kroos is out with coronavirus. With regards to the visitors, Iborra, Chukwueze, and Foyth are all sidelined via injury.

Real Madrid possible starting XI:

Courtois; Odriozola, Varane, Militao, Nacho; Valverde, Casemiro, Modric; Vinicius, Benzema, Asensio

Villarreal possible starting XI:

Asenjo; Gaspar, Albiol, Torres, Pedraza; Pino, Coquelin, Parejo, Gomez; Alcacer, Bacca

Real Madrid vs Villarreal Prediction: 2-1

We expect a tight game of football in the city of Madrid as both sides would certainly be keen on picking up maximum points. However, with the title on the line, we would be leaning towards Los Blancos to win this game even though it might not be enough to win the league title.