Valencia - Villarreal

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73'		3 - 1	Goal	Gerard Moreno	Ilias Akhomach (Assist)
57'		3 - 0	Penalty	Pepelu
27'		2 - 0	Penalty	Pepelu
4'		1 - 0	Goal	R. Yaremchuk	José Gayà (Assist)

74'		Diego López	Foul
63'		José Gayà	Tripping
56'		É. Capoue	Foul
49'		Dani Parejo	Tripping
37'		E. Bailly	Roughing

79'			In:	Adrià Alti	Out:	Kiko Femenía
78'			In:	Alberto Moreno	Out:	Manu Trigueros
78'			In:	José Gayà	Out:	Jesús Vázquez
70'			In:	R. Yaremchuk	Out:	Javi Guerra
70'			In:	Sergi Canós	Out:	Diego López
69'			In:	Sergi Canós	Out:	Diego López
65'			In:	É. Capoue	Out:	B. Brereton
65'			In:	José Luis Morales	Out:	F. Coquelin
17'			In:	Raúl Albiol	Out:	E. Bailly

Valencia - Villarreal Predictions

Prediction: Valencia or draw

Best odds: 1.43

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In the pulsating atmosphere of Estadio de Mestalla, a mid-table clash is set to unfold as Valencia welcomes Villarreal in what promises to be an intriguing La Liga fixture. As both teams vie for a crucial victory to climb the ranks, predictions and speculations are rife, leaving fans and pundits on the edge of their seats.

Key Players from Valencia Valencia's campaign has been a rollercoaster, but certain individuals have shone, providing hope and excitement for the home supporters. Central to their efforts is Francisco Pérez Martínez, a midfielder whose vision and skill have been vital. With a rating of 6.61, he has not only scored once but also provided three assists, showing his importance in the creative department.

Another key figure is Javier Guerra Moreno, whose tenacity in midfield has earned him a 6.79 rating. His eight shots on target and three goals are a testament to his attacking prowess, and his contribution could be the difference on match day.

Not to be overlooked is Mouctar Diakhaby, a defender with a 6.85 rating. His defensive solidity and occasional goal-scoring (one goal so far) have made him an integral part of Valencia's backline.

Key Players from Villarreal Villarreal's quest for consistency has been bolstered by the likes of Alexander Sørloth, an attacker whose 6.75 rating underscores his ability to find the back of the net. With six goals to his name, Sørloth's sharpshooting could prove lethal against Valencia's defense.

Supporting the attack is José Luis Morales Nogales, another forward with a keen eye for goal, boasting five goals and a 6.78 rating. His agility and finishing are crucial to Villarreal's offensive strategies.

In defense, Jorge Cuenca Barreno stands out with a 6.88 rating, the highest among his teammates. His defensive acumen and ability to play out from the back have been key to Villarreal's efforts to maintain a solid defensive line.

Recent Form

Valencia has had a mixed bag of results, with their last five games resulting in a win, two draws, and two losses (WDLLD). On the home turf, they've been relatively strong, with four wins and two draws out of eight games, suggesting they could leverage the home advantage.

Villarreal, on the other hand, has had an equally inconsistent run (WLLDW), and their away form shows two wins, three draws, and three losses, indicating a potential vulnerability on the road.

Head-to-Head History

The historical encounters between these two teams have been closely fought. Their last meeting on May 3, 2023, ended in a 1-1 stalemate, while the previous encounter on December 31, 2022, saw Villarreal edge out Valencia with a 2-1 victory. These results point to a tight competition whenever these two sides meet.

Prediction

Considering the recent form, key players' performances, and head-to-head history, the upcoming fixture is poised to be a tightly contested affair. With both teams showing inconsistency, it's challenging to pick a clear favorite. However, Valencia's stronger home record and the influence of players like Francisco Pérez Martínez and Javier Guerra Moreno could tilt the balance in their favor.

For Villarreal, much will depend on whether Alexander Sørloth and José Luis Morales Nogales can break through Valencia's defense. The battle between Jorge Cuenca Barreno and Valencia's attackers could also be pivotal in determining the outcome.

The prediction for this encounter is a closely fought draw, with both teams finding the back of the net. Fans can expect a tactical battle with moments of individual brilliance potentially turning the tide in what promises to be an engaging match-up in Spain's top flight.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

42%

58%

Attacking Potential

27%

73%

Defensive Potential

73%

27%

Poisson Distribution

73%

27%

Stregth H2H

50%

50%

Goals H2H

50%

50%

Wins the game

53%

48%

Valencia - Villarreal Head to Head

17/03	Villarreal	1 - 0	Valencia
02/01	Valencia	3 - 1	Villarreal
03/05	Valencia	1 - 1	Villarreal
31/12	Villarreal	2 - 1	Valencia

La Liga standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Real Madrid	30	23	6	1	66	20	46	75
2	Barcelona	30	20	7	3	61	34	27	67
3	Girona	30	20	5	5	62	36	26	65
4	Athletic Club	30	16	8	6	50	28	22	56
5	Atletico Madrid	29	17	4	8	54	34	20	55
6	Real Sociedad	30	13	10	7	43	31	12	49
7	Real Betis	30	10	12	8	36	36	0	42
8	Valencia	29	11	8	10	32	32	0	41
9	Osasuna	30	11	6	13	36	43	-7	39
10	Villarreal	29	10	8	11	47	51	-4	38
11	Getafe	30	9	11	10	37	43	-6	38
12	Las Palmas	30	10	7	13	29	33	-4	37
13	Alaves	30	8	8	14	26	36	-10	32
14	Sevilla	30	7	10	13	37	44	-7	31
15	Mallorca	30	6	13	11	25	35	-10	31
16	Rayo Vallecano	30	6	12	12	25	38	-13	30
17	Celta Vigo	30	6	10	14	32	44	-12	28
18	Cadiz	30	4	13	13	21	40	-19	25
19	Granada CF	29	2	8	19	30	59	-29	14
20	Almeria	30	1	10	19	28	60	-32	13