Spain – La Liga | Villarreal VS Celta Vigo; Thursday, 21 December at 04:30 GMT +8

Villarreal’s defeat against Real Madrid at Santiago Bernabeu has left them in 14th place in the table, with only 3 points more than their rivals. They also suffered a loss against Real Sociedad (0-3). In the Europa League, they were better, reaching 1st place and a direct placement in the 1/8 finals. This is a common trend among Spanish clubs, with Sevilla being an example. The team’s performance in LaLiga is also concerning.

Celta is currently in a dangerous zone, behind their rivals and in a dangerous position. Despite their goal of being in the middle of the table, they have not achieved this. However, their form is improving, with a recent win over Granada and three consecutive draws. They have taken similar points on away games as on home ground thus far.

Capoue is out due to yellow cards, while Coquelin, Pino, and Foyth are out with knee injuries, Comesana has ankle problems, Suarez has a muscle injury, and Gabbia is questionable due to a head injury.

Aidoo is unable to play due to an Achilles tendon injury, while Aspas is suspended due to a red card.

Predicted lineups:

Villarreal

Goalkeeper: Filip Jorgensen
Defenders: Alfonso Pedraza, Aissa Mandi, Raul Albiol, Ilias Akhomach
Midfielders: Alejandro Baena, Daniel Parejo, Etienne Capoue, Adria Altimira
Forwards: Gerard Moreno, Jose Luis Morales

Celta Vigo

Goalkeeper: Vicente Guaita
Defenders: Kevin Vasquez, Carlos Dominguez, Unai Nunez, Mihailo Ristic
Midfielders: Franco Nervi, Renato Tapia, Carlos Dotor, Jonathan Bamba
Forwards: Anastasios Douvikas, J. Strand Larsen

Villarreal VS Celta Vigo (Last 6 matches)

  • Villarreal – 3 wins
  • Celta Vigo – 1 win
  • Draws – 2

Over all competition record

Spain – La Liga Stats

Celta Vigo is expected to score a goal against Villarreal, potentially resulting in a close game with a 2-1 win.

Winning probability: Villarreal – 39% , Draw – 27% , Celta Vigo – 34%

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