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As Villarreal CF prepares to host Atlético Madrid in an intriguing LaLiga clash on May 24, 2026, both teams are seeking crucial points in their campaigns. Villarreal, having secured two victories in their last five outings, will aim to harness their home advantage at Estadio de la Cerámica. Known for their dynamic attacking play, Villarreal has a solid tactical framework that emphasizes ball possession and creative midfield interplay.
In contrast, Atlético Madrid enters the match with a stronger recent form, winning three of their last five matches. Renowned for their disciplined defensive organization and quick counter-attacking style, Atlético will look to exploit any spaces left by the home team’s offense. Given the bookmakers’ odds of 2.58 for Villarreal and 2.73 for Atlético, this match is expected to be closely contested.
Our predictive model suggests a balanced game, with a 40% chance of Villarreal winning, a 27% chance of a draw, and a 34.5% chance of an Atlético victory. The anticipated final score aligns closely with these probabilities, forecasted at 1:1. With both teams showcasing contrasting tactics and recent performances, this match promises to be an engaging encounter, though no outcome can be guaranteed.
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| Villarreal 38.7% |
Draw 25% |
Atlético 36.3% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.44 | 4.05 | 2.7 | |
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2.42 | 3.7 | 2.72 | |
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2.62 | 3.94 | 2.63 | Watch and Bet |
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2.45 | 3.6 | 2.5 | |
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2.41 | 3.95 | 2.61 |
Latest Results
| 17.05.26 Rayo Vallecano – Villarreal CF – 2:0 13.05.26 Villarreal CF – Sevilla FC – 2:3 10.05.26 RCD Mallorca – Villarreal CF – 1:1 02.05.26 Villarreal CF – Levante UD – 5:1 26.04.26 Villarreal CF – Celta de Vigo – 2:1 |
17.05.26 Atlético Madrid – Girona FC – 1:0 12.05.26 Osasuna – Atlético Madrid – 1:2 09.05.26 Atlético Madrid – Celta de Vigo – 0:1 05.05.26 Arsenal FC – Atlético Madrid – 1:0 02.05.26 CF Valencia – Atlético Madrid – 0:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 13.09.25 Atlético Madrid – Villarreal CF – 2:0 25.01.25 Atlético Madrid – Villarreal CF – 1:1 19.08.24 Villarreal CF – Atlético Madrid – 2:2 01.04.24 Villarreal CF – Atlético Madrid – 1:2 12.11.23 Atlético Madrid – Villarreal CF – 3:1 |
Standings
2025/26
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Barcelona ✔ | 37 | 31 | 1 | 5 | 94:33 | 61 | 94 |
| 2 | Real Madrid ✔ | 37 | 26 | 5 | 6 | 73:33 | 40 | 83 |
| 3 | Villarreal ✔ | 37 | 21 | 6 | 10 | 67:45 | 22 | 69 |
| 4 | Atl. Madrid ✔ | 37 | 21 | 6 | 10 | 61:39 | 22 | 69 |
| 5 | Betis ✔ | 37 | 14 | 15 | 8 | 57:47 | 10 | 57 |
| 6 | Celta Vigo | 37 | 13 | 12 | 12 | 52:48 | 4 | 51 |
| 7 | Getafe | 37 | 14 | 6 | 17 | 31:38 | -7 | 48 |
| 8 | Rayo Vallecano | 37 | 11 | 14 | 12 | 39:43 | -4 | 47 |
| 9 | Valencia | 37 | 12 | 10 | 15 | 43:54 | -11 | 46 |
| 10 | Real Sociedad ✔ | 37 | 11 | 12 | 14 | 58:60 | -2 | 45 |
| 11 | Espanyol | 37 | 12 | 9 | 16 | 42:54 | -12 | 45 |
| 12 | Ath Bilbao | 37 | 13 | 6 | 18 | 41:54 | -13 | 45 |
| 13 | Sevilla | 37 | 12 | 7 | 18 | 46:59 | -13 | 43 |
| 14 | Alaves | 37 | 11 | 10 | 16 | 43:54 | -11 | 43 |
| 15 | Levante | 37 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 46:59 | -13 | 42 |
| 16 | Osasuna | 37 | 11 | 9 | 17 | 44:49 | -5 | 42 |
| 17 | Elche | 37 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 48:56 | -8 | 42 |
| 18 | Girona | 37 | 9 | 13 | 15 | 38:54 | -16 | 40 |
| 19 | Mallorca | 37 | 10 | 9 | 18 | 44:57 | -13 | 39 |
| 20 | Oviedo ✔ | 37 | 6 | 11 | 20 | 26:57 | -31 | 29 |
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