Real Madrid vs Villarreal Prediction: Real Madrid will aim to recover from their first defeat of 2024 when they host Villarreal in a crucial La Liga clash at the Bernabeu on Sunday. With just three points separating them from leaders Barcelona, Los Blancos need a win, while Villarreal, sitting third, will look to close the gap with another strong performance.
RM vs VIL Match Info
- Date: Sunday, 6th October 2024
- Kick-off Time: 12:30 AM (IST)
- Location: Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid
- Live Stream: GXR.com
Real Madrid vs Villarreal Prediction
Real Madrid are expected to bounce back from their recent Champions League loss and secure a win against Villarreal. With Kylian Mbappe likely to return to the starting lineup, Real Madrid’s attack should be too strong for Villarreal, despite their solid form. A close match is expected, but Real could edge it 2-1.
- ✅ More than 1 goal – Real Madrid to score first
- ✅ Kylian Mbappe to score for Real Madrid
- ✅ Nicolas Pepe to score for Villarreal
- ✅ Yellow cards – under 2.5
- ✅ Real Madrid to win the match
Real Madrid vs Villarreal Previews
Real Madrid Preview
Real Madrid will be looking to bounce back from their first defeat since January, following a disappointing 1-0 loss to Lille in the Champions League. Despite this setback, Carlo Ancelotti’s side remains unbeaten in La Liga, sitting second in the standings with 20 points from eight matches.
Kylian Mbappe is expected to start after returning from injury, alongside Vinicius Jr. and Rodrygo, giving Real Madrid a potent attack. The defensive lineup will be reshuffled with Aurelien Tchouaméni possibly stepping into the backline due to injuries.
Villarreal Preview
Villarreal have had a strong start to the season, sitting third in La Liga, just a point behind Real Madrid. They have been excellent going forward, scoring 17 goals in their first eight matches, but their defensive issues have been a concern, with 15 goals conceded.
Ayoze Perez, their leading scorer with six goals, might miss out, which will dent their attacking threat. However, Nicolas Pepe, fresh off his first goal of the season, will be a key player to watch.
Real Madrid vs Villarreal News
- Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe expected to start after returning from injury midweek.
- Villarreal’s Ayoze Pérez is a major doubt due to injury.
- Real Madrid will be without Thibaut Courtois, David Alaba, and Brahim Diaz due to injuries.
Real Madrid vs Villarreal Last Five Head-to-Head
- Real Madrid 1-1 Villarreal – April 2024
- Real Madrid 2-3 Villarreal – April 2023
- Real Madrid 4-1 Villarreal – January 2023
- Real Madrid 0-1 Villarreal – May 2022
- Real Madrid 2-2 Villarreal – October 2021
Real Madrid vs Villarreal Possible Lineups
Real Madrid Possible Playing XI: Lunin; Carvajal, Tchouameni, Rudiger, Mendy; Valverde, Camavinga, Bellingham; Rodrygo, Mbappe, Vinicius Jr.
Villarreal Possible Playing XI: Conde; Femenia, Bailly, Costa, Cardona; Akhomach, Parejo, Gueye, Baena; Barry, Pepe
RM vs VIL Win Probability
- HOME (Real Madrid): 65%
- DRAW: 20%
- AWAY (Villarreal): 15%
RM vs VIL Dream11 Prediction
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