FC Barcelona vs Villarreal CF Betting Odds, AI Picks, Prediction and Analysis
The latest round of matches of La Liga matchups will see a competitive fixture between Barcelona and Villarreal on Saturday. The Barcelona results have been positive in the league over recent weeks, as they have won each of their last three to move within eight points of the top of the La Liga standings.
Meanwhile, Villarreal will be chasing a response after suffering two defeats in their last three. You can find the La Liga computer picks and the latest Barcelona vs Villarreal betting odds here.
Game Information
| FC BARCELONA vs VILLARREAL CF |
| Location of the Game: Olympic Stadium, Barcelona, Spain |
| Date and Time: Saturday, December 27, 2024. 12:30 PM ET |
| Reason: 2023-2024 La Liga Round 22 |
| How to watch: ESPN |
Barcelona vs Villarreal Pick and Prediction
| ODDS | AI PICKS |
| TEAM TOTAL | Barcelona O 2.5 goals |
It could be challenging to overlook the head-to-head record when making a Barcelona vs Villarreal betting prediction this weekend. The reigning champions have won 23 of the last 29 meetings between the sides across all competitions, with Villarreal landing just a single win over that period.
We expect Barcelona to claim maximum points in this match on the La Liga schedule, while we could see the Catalonian giants also scoring over 2.5 goals.
Barcelona vs Villarreal Betting Odds
| TEAM | RECORD | MONEYLINE | HANDICAP | OVER/UNDER |
| BARCELONA | 13-5-2 44Pts | -300 | -1.5 | O 3.5 |
| VILLARREAL | 5-5-11 20Pts | +735 | +1.5 | U 3.5 |
| DRAW | +505 |
The Barcelona vs Villarreal betting odds clearly show the hosts as the commanding -300 favorites this weekend. A win for the visitors is priced up at +735. Meanwhile, the La Liga odds show the draw as a +505 chance.
Barcelona vs Villarreal Analysis
Barcelona Preview
It promises to be a huge second half to the season for the reigning champions, beginning with this Barcelona vs Villarreal matchup on Saturday. The Catalonian giants currently sit third in the standings, and they are just three points ahead of fifth-placed Athletic Bilbao.
But, Xavi’s side have been among the leaders in the recent La Liga team stats after winning each of their last three fixtures. They are also among the highest scorers in the division, with only the top two having found the net more frequently.
Barcelona produced an excellent performance in their previous fixture against Real Betis, as they landed a 4-2 success on the road. Ferran Torres was among the star players in that match, as the winger netted an excellent hat-trick.
The decision to sign Joao Felix has also been a significant one, as the Portuguese star ranks among the solid performers based on La Liga player stats. The forward netted once again against Betis to take his tally in all competitions to seven this term.
Villarreal Preview
It has been a damaging period in the league for Villarreal, as they have quickly dropped out of contention for a European finish this term. The Spanish side comes into the upcoming round sitting 14th in the standings after winning just once in their last five matches.
Meanwhile, they have failed to pick up a victory in each of their last three matches. The Villarreal defense will have big questions to answer this weekend, as they have already allowed 42 goals this term. That means that they have allowed an average of two goals per game in La Liga.
That defensive record has shown little improvement in recent weeks, with the team having allowed seven goals in their last three matches. However, the Spanish side were able to avoid a third straight loss last weekend, as they earned a point against Mallorca.
Despite being reduced to ten men just after the hour mark, Villarreal battled to a point at home against Mallorca. Their only goal in the tie was netted on the stroke of half time by Alexander Sorloth.
Barcelona vs Villarreal Head to Head
Barcelona have a staggering record in this fixture after winning 21 of the last 27 matches between the sides in La Liga. They have also recorded victories in each of the previous three, scoring a total of eight goals in the process.
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