Granada vs Villarreal
La Liga
Monday
30th October 2023
Estadio Los Carmenes
The most comprehensive preview, detailed analysis and reliable predictions of the La Liga gameweek 11 fixture between Granada and Villarreal.
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Granada form analysis
Nazaríes’ recent run of games has shown some signs of improvement despite continuing to struggle for positive results. They started with a disappointing 1-0 away loss to Las Palmas, conceding late after a goalless 90 minutes. They then earned a gritty 1-1 home draw with Real Betis thanks to a Boyé equalizer after going behind.
What followed was a six goal thriller away to Almeria, where despite an incredible first half hat-trick from Suarez to lead 3-0, Granada collapsed in the second half to draw 3-3. Against Barcelona at home, Granada produced an impressive first half to lead 2-0 through two Zaragoza goals, but fatigue kicked in as Barca fought back to draw 2-2 late on. Most recently, Granada suffered a 2-0 away defeat to Osasuna, unable to contain Budimir.
Overall, Granada has shown spirit and attacking threat, scoring 8 goals in this run, but have struggled defensively, only keeping 1 clean sheet.
Villarreal form analysis
Villarreal’s recent form has been underwhelming, with just 1 win in their last 5 games. They started this poor run with a disappointing 1-1 home draw against Rayo Vallecano, taking the lead through Sørloth before conceding an equalizer to drop points. Things got worse with a poor 1-2 home loss to Girona, going ahead through a Parejo penalty but collapsing defensively in the second half.
They stopped the rot with a goalless away draw at Getafe, but it was another lackluster attacking display. At home against Las Palmas, more problems surfaced in a 1-2 loss, going 2 down before a late Moreno penalty proved a consolation. Most recently they could only draw 1-1 at home with Alaves, needing another Moreno penalty to claim a point.
Overall, Villarreal’s form is a major concern – the attack looks blunt, while the previously solid defense is now leaking goals. With just 1 win in 5, more creativity is needed in midfield and the team must improve its resilience when falling behind in games.
