Real Madrid vs Villarreal Prediction & Betting Tips

Real Madrid vs Villarreal Match Preview

Real Madrid look to steady their La Liga title charge after last weekend’s derby setback, welcoming a Villarreal side on a strong run of form. Los Blancos remain dominant at the Bernabéu but face a Yellow Submarine team that has won five of their opening seven matches and pushed Juventus to a draw in midweek.

Madrid Eye Response After Derby Loss

Carlo Ancelotti’s men suffered a bruising 5–2 defeat at Atlético Madrid, their only league loss so far. Either side of that, however, they dismantled Levante 4–1 and enjoyed convincing wins against Espanyol and Kairat Almaty.

At home, Real have been consistent, beating Osasuna, Mallorca, Espanyol, and Marseille this season with a blend of defensive solidity and attacking depth.

Sixteen goals scored in seven La Liga matches highlight their firepower, though the derby exposed defensive lapses.

Villarreal Building Confidence on All Fronts

The Yellow Submarine have been efficient in both domestic and European action. They beat Athletic Bilbao 1–0 last weekend, followed earlier victories over Osasuna and Sevilla.

Away from home, they earned a respectable 2–2 at Juventus after previously losing narrowly at Tottenham.

Their record of 13 goals in seven league games shows attacking balance, with Gerard Moreno leading the line. Villarreal’s defense, conceding just five, has also tightened, making them one of the most disciplined backlines in the league. Yet this trip represents their toughest domestic test so far.

Smart Insights by LeagueLane®

• Real Madrid have won 6 of their 7 La Liga matches this season.
• Villarreal have conceded only 5 goals in 7 league games, best in La Liga.
• Last 5 H2Hs: Madrid 3 wins, Villarreal 1, and 1 high-scoring draw.
• Madrid’s last 3 home matches in all competitions were wins.
• Villarreal have won 5 of their opening 7 league matches.

Real Madrid vs Villarreal Prediction

This is a battle of Madrid’s firepower against Villarreal’s defensive steel. The visitors’ compact shape and counter-attack threat could trouble Los Blancos, but the home side’s attacking depth is difficult to contain across 90 minutes.

Madrid’s record at home suggests they will create enough chances, especially with Villarreal’s midfield often stretched against elite opposition. Goals look likely given Madrid’s attacking rhythm and Villarreal’s sharpness in front of goal. The betting tips align with this outlook, with Madrid to win and over 3.5 goals standing out.

Arun- October 2, 2025

Real Madrid vs Villarreal Betting Tips

Real Madrid to win & Over 3.5 goals

OK

2.62 Odds

Real Madrid 4-1

OK

17.00 Odds

Federico Valverde to score anytime

OK

3.75 Odds