On Saturday, January 25, 2025, at 10:15 AM ET, Atlético Madrid will host Villarreal CF at the Civitas Metropolitano in a highly anticipated LaLiga fixture.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, Atlético Madrid and Villarreal have faced each other 43 times since 2003. Atlético Madrid has secured 16 victories, Villarreal has won 13 matches, and 14 encounters have ended in draws.
Recent Form
•Atlético Madrid: In their last six matches, Atlético Madrid has recorded four wins and two losses. Notably, they suffered a 1-0 defeat to CD Leganés in their most recent outing.
•Villarreal CF: Villarreal has experienced a mixed bag of results, with two wins, one draw, and three losses in their last six matches. They come into this fixture on the back of a commanding 4-0 victory over RCD Mallorca.
Team Statistics
•Atlético Madrid: The team has netted 34 goals in 20 matches, ranking fourth in LaLiga for goals scored. Defensively, they are the strongest in the league, conceding only 13 goals.
•Villarreal CF: Villarreal boasts the third-highest goal tally in the league with 38 goals but has a less impressive defensive record, conceding 31 goals in 20 matches.
Key Players
•Atlético Madrid: Antoine Griezmann leads the attack with seven goals and four assists. Alexander Sorloth has contributed eight goals, while Julián Álvarez has added six goals and two assists.
•Villarreal CF: Thierno Barry has been instrumental with seven goals and three assists. Ayoze Pérez tops the scoring chart with eight goals, and Yeremi Pino has chipped in with one goal and three assists.
Match Analysis
This encounter features two of LaLiga’s most potent offenses. Atlético Madrid’s robust defense will be tested by Villarreal’s dynamic attack. The midfield battle will be crucial, with both teams relying on creative playmakers to supply their forwards. Given their home advantage and superior defensive record, Atlético Madrid may have the edge in this matchup.
Correct Score Prediction
Considering both teams’ form and statistics, a 2-1 victory for Atlético Madrid seems a plausible outcome.
