Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal Prediction

🔊 Will the "Yellow Submarine" manage to play reliably in defense? One of the matches of the 21st round of the Spanish La Liga will be the clash between Atlético Madrid and Villarreal at the "Metropolitano" stadium. The referee team led by Jose Sanchez will have to administer justice and ensure consistency in their decisions. Bookmakers' predictions are based on the current form of the teams: a victory for "Los Colchoneros" - 1.7, a victory for the "Yellow Submarine" - 4.6.

📊 H2H

In the last 4 head-to-head matches, "Los Colchoneros" have not lost to the "Yellow Submarine". In the first round of the current La Liga season, both teams delighted the spectators at the "Ceramica" with a spectacular encounter, scoring 4 goals between them (2:2).

🔴 ATLÉTICO

During the week, "Los Colchoneros" achieved a crucial European victory against Bayer (2:1). Now Diego Simeone and company have significantly increased their chances of advancing to the Champions League Round of 16. In a recent match, the Argentine specialist focused on overloading the right flank. Thus, a situational diamond of Molina - Llorente - Simeone - De Paul was formed there. This provided "Los Indios" with an easier way out of pressing and created good conditions for ball control on the opponent's half. It's no secret that Simeone advocates positional defense as "intellectual activities". It's no wonder, as Atlético is one of the best clubs in the world in terms of tactical defensive maneuvers. Firstly, their favorite 4-4-2 formation easily allows them to gain numerical advantage in most zones. Additionally, "Los Indios" do not employ attacking wing-backs, which simplifies team structure during defensive phases of the game. In the upcoming La Liga round, Javier Galán (suspension) and Clément Lenglet (suspension) will not be available for the team.

🟡 VILLARREAL

The "Yellow Submarine" is characterized by one of the worst defenses in the Spanish championship - about 1.55 goals conceded per match. This statistic should not be surprising, considering that Villarreal players allow their opponents to make around 11.7 shots on their goal. Surely Marcelino will try to mirror Diego Simeone's scheme in the upcoming match against Atlético Madrid. The Spanish specialist also often uses a 4-4-2 formation, but with a much more symmetrical placement of players. A significant role is given to the club's full-backs - Kiko Femenía and Sergi Cardona. Their ability to work along the entire flank and excellent attacking skills contribute to a large number of crosses and deliveries into the opponent's penalty area. In a recent match against Mallorca (4:0), the team from the eponymous city fully managed to implement their coach's plans. As many as 106 accurate passes in the final third of the field indicate increased activity from Villarreal. Due to an injury, Ilias Akhomach is still in the team's infirmary.

⚽️ GOAL PREDICTION

It's important to note the scoring statistics in head-to-head matches between Atlético Madrid and Villarreal. In 6 out of the last 7 encounters, at least three goals were scored. It should also be noted that the "Yellow Submarine" is simultaneously considered one of the most scoring (1.9 goals per game) and conceding (1.55 goals per game) teams in the championship. An "over" in the upcoming match is very likely. Our choice is total over 2.5 goals.

🚩 CORNER PREDICTION

Head-to-head encounters between these teams are characterized by a significant number of corner kicks - around 10.3 per game. It should be noted that both Atlético (5.1) and Villarreal (4.8) earn a solid number of corners this season. The great emphasis on wing play by both clubs will likely lead to a considerable number of sharp attacks from either side of the field. We settle on total corners over 8.5.

📝 MATCH PREDICTION

The complete chaos happening in Villarreal's defense is unlikely to allow the "Yellow Submarine" to leave the "Metropolitano" without conceding a goal. It should also be noted that for 7 consecutive head-to-head matches, "Los Colchoneros" have also allowed their opponent to score. According to our editorial team, we will witness high-scoring football. A final score of 3:2 seems quite realistic. The key bet is both teams to score (yes).