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Barcelona vs Villarreal Preview: Odds, Tips, and Prediction

Date: 18 May 2025 Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys Kick-off: 17:00 UTC Barcelona welcome Villarreal to the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Sunday, 18 May 2025. The hosts are chasing the LaLiga title, while the visitors aim to secure a European spot for next season. With both teams known for their attacking flair, this match promises excitement and plenty of betting value for your LaLiga betting The LaLiga title race is reaching the end, with Barcelona leading the pack and Villarreal fighting to climb into the top four. The reverse fixture saw Barcelona hammer Villarreal 5-1, with both teams scoring, setting the stage for another goal-heavy encounter.

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Nigel Naicker

Last Updated: 2025-05-15

Chad Nagel

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Lamine Yamal of FC Barcelona competes for the ball with Sergi Cardona of Villarreal CF

Lamine Yamal competes for the ball with Sergi Cardona//Getty Images

Pre-Game Odds and Win Probability

Here’s a breakdown of the pre-match betting odds for Barcelona vs Villarreal

  1. Home: 1/2 (1.50) – 54.5% 

  2. Draw: 3/1 (4.00) – 25.0% 

  3. Away: 9/2 (5.50) – 20.5% 

    Odds courtesy of Betway, subject to change.

Head-to-Head Record

Check out the head-to-head record for Barcelona vs Villarreal: 

  1. 22/09/24 – Villarreal 1-5 Barcelona 

  2. 27/01/24 – Barcelona 3-5 Villarreal 

  3. 27/08/23 – Villarreal 3-4 Barcelona 

  4. 12/02/23 – Villarreal 0-1 Barcelona 

  5. 20/10/22 – Barcelona 3-0 Villarreal 

Barcelona Current Form – WWWWW

Barcelona have been in scintillating form, winning all five of their last five matches. Hansi Flick’s side leads LaLiga with 82 points, averaging 2.5 goals per game and are marching towards another LaLiga title. 

Raphael Dias Raphinha of FC Barcelona.jpg

Raphael Dias "Raphinha" of FC Barcelona//Getty Images

Key Players to Watch

  • Robert Lewandowski: The Polish striker has been in clinical form and has 25 goals in LaLiga this season. His clinical finishing and positioning make him a constant danger. 
  • Lamine Yamal: The young winger has dazzled with 12 assists and seven goals in LaLiga. His pace and creativity are key to Barcelona’s attack. 
  • Pedri: The midfielder’s vision and passing have been vital, contributing four goals and five assists in 25 league games. 

Barcelona Team News

Barcelona are without Marc Bernal due to a long-term injury. Robert Lewandowski is doubtful after picking up a hamstring injury, but Hansi Flick has options in Ferran Torres and Raphinha. Additionally, Inigo Martinez is suspended. 

Villarreal Current Form – DLWWW

Villarreal have shown resilience, with three wins, one draw, and one loss in their last five games. They sit fifth in LaLiga with 61 points, boasting one of the league’s most potent attacks as they push for a Champions League place for next season. 

Kiko Femenia of Villarreal CF.jpg

Kiko Femenia of Villarreal CF//Getty Images

Key Players to Watch

  • Ayoze Perez: The former Leicester man has been a revelation since joining the Yellow Submarines, scoring 16 goals in LaLiga. His knack for late goals is a major threat. 
  • Alex Baena: The midfielder leads Villarreal’s assist chart with eight, using his vision and creativity to unlock opposition defences. 
  • Santi Comesana: The midfielder’s work rate and tackling provide balance, with three goals and two assists this season, he has chipped in with goal contributions as well. 

Villarreal Team News

Villarreal are missing Raul Albiol and Illias Akhomach, while Kiko Femenia and Thierno Barry could make a return to the squad after suffering minor knocks recently. The visitors will need to rely on the rest of the squad if they are to get a positive result against the log leaders.

Predicted Line-Ups

  1. Barcelona (4-3-3): Szczesny, Garcia, Araujo, Curbasi, Balde, Pedri, De Jong, Olmo, Raphinha, Torres, Yamal 

  2. Villarreal (4-4-2): Luiz, Junior, Navarro, Foyth, Costa, Baena, Comesana, Parejo, Ayoze, Pepe, Yeremy

Suggested Bets

If you are keen to bet on football, check out our suggested betting tips below!

  1. Both Teams to Score: Villarreal have found the net with regularity this season and the same can be said for Barcelona. (8/11 with Betway) 

  2. Barcelona to Win and Over 2.5 Goals: Barcelona’s home form and attacking output suggest a high-scoring win and there were over 2.5 goals in four of the last five meetings between these two sides. (1/1 with Betway) 

Value Bets

Our value bets will give you the best LaLiga betting insights with the most reliable bookmakers for betting. 

  1. Over 3.5 Goals: The last two meetings produced 14 goals, and both teams are among LaLiga’s top scorers. (6/5 with Betway) 

  2. Anytime Goal Scorer Ayoze Perez: Perez’s 16 goals and purple patch of form make him likely to find the net. (Forecast odds: 3/1) 

Prediction: Barcelona to Win 

Barcelona’s home dominance and attacking firepower should see them edge out Villarreal, despite the visitors’ consistency and good form. The home side is unbeaten in their last five games, and a high-scoring game is on the cards, with Hansi Flick’s side keeping their title charge on track.

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With a decade of sports writing expertise, Nigel Naicker has crafted compelling content across football leagues like the Premier League and UEFA Champions League, as well as cricket and UFC. A passionate storyteller since 2014, Nigel joins the SportsBoom team, ready to deliver insightful narratives across various sports disciplines.

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