Villarreal vs Espanyol. Match Prediction and Betting Tips

On February 9, Villarreal and Espanyol will face off in the 23rd round of the Spanish La Liga. The match will be played at the Estadio Céramica (Villarreal).

• Expert Predictions Analysis
• Villarreal vs Espanyol facts
• Odds
• Game Totals Prediction

Our Expert Predictions & Analysis on Villarreal vs Espanyol

Villarreal

Marcelino's men are currently underperforming, going five games without a win. In the final round of the Spanish championship, the "Yellow Submarine" drew 2-2 away from home against Osasuna. Gerard Moreno led the visitors' attack, scoring twice. Despite all their problems, Villarreal remains fourth in the Primera Division table, with 42 points after 21 matches, with a goal difference of 39-23. Moleiro leads the club's scoring charts, with eight goals and three assists. At home, the "Yellow Submarine" has been shaky, with one win and four defeats in their last five matches.

Espanyol

The "Parrots" are in crisis in January, with a five-match winless streak. In the final round of the national championship, Manolo González's men lost 2-1 at home to Alavés. Jean Fernández scored the home team's only goal. Espanyol is in fifth place in the La Liga table with 34 points and a goal difference of 26-27. Milla leads the scoring race for the "white and blues," with six goals. The "Parrots" have been performing well away from home, with five wins, two draws, and three losses in 10 matches.

Villarreal vs Espanyol facts

• Villarreal have not won in 5 matches;
• Espanyol have not won for 5 matches;
• Over 2.5 goals have been scored in 7 of Villarreal's last 10 matches.

Odds from download 1xbet

Experts are giving the home team the edge. The odds for a Villarreal victory are 1.68. A draw is available at 3.75. An Espanyol victory is 4.20. Bookmakers are expecting a high-scoring performance from the Spanish side. You can bet on "Total Under 2.5" at 1.92, and "Total Over 2.5" at 1.72. Download 1xbet to your phone and place a bet on the favorite!

Game Totals Prediction

Villarreal isn't performing at its best, and is already falling significantly behind the leading group. Espanyol is frankly weak and could soon start to drop places in the table. The opponents are similar, both having good seasons. And most importantly, their crisis began almost simultaneously. Marcelino's men will win this match; the "Yellow Submarine" has finally been eliminated from European competition and is playing at home, where, despite recent setbacks, they are performing strongly: Villarreal wins - 1.68.