Villanova Wildcats vs Providence Friars predictions, Jan 30, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

8 months ago

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In a highly anticipated NCAA College Basketball matchup, the Villanova Wildcats will take on the Providence Friars on January 30, 2026, at the Villanova Wildcats’ home court.

The Wildcats, currently on a solid run of form with three wins in their last five games, will look to capitalize on their home advantage and continue their winning streak. With a strong offensive presence and a solid defense, Villanova has shown their ability to control the game and execute their game plan effectively.

On the other hand, the Providence Friars have struggled recently, managing only one win in their last five matches. Despite their recent setbacks, the Friars have shown resilience and determination in their gameplay.

With bookmakers favoring the Villanova Wildcats with odds of 1.21, the Providence Friars will need to bring their A-game and make strategic adjustments to compete against their formidable opponents. This matchup promises to be an exciting and competitive game, with both teams showcasing their strengths and strategies on the court.

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Villanova
75.9%

Providence
24.1%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.21		4.27
	1.24		3.45

Latest Results

24.01.26 Connecticut Huskies basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 75:67 OT
21.01.26 Villanova Wildcats basketball – Georgetown Hoyas basketball – 66:51
17.01.26 Villanova Wildcats basketball – St. Johns Red Storm basketball – 79:86
13.01.26 Providence Friars basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 82:88
10.01.26 Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 73:76

27.01.26 Connecticut Huskies basketball – Providence Friars basketball – 87:81
24.01.26 Providence Friars basketball – Georgetown Hoyas basketball – 78:81
19.01.26 Marquette Golden Eagles basketball – Providence Friars basketball – 105:104 OT
16.01.26 Providence Friars basketball – Creighton Blue Jays basketball – 93:88
13.01.26 Providence Friars basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 82:88

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Villanova won 4.

Villanova has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Providence is currently in poor form (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Providence may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, Villanova is the team to beat.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Villanova won 14 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 1432:1337. (average 71.6:66.9).

Including home matches between the teams, Villanova won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 732:645. (average 73.2:64.5).

Latest Head To Head

13.01.26 Providence Friars basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 82:88
15.02.25 Providence Friars basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 75:62
17.01.25 Villanova Wildcats basketball – Providence Friars basketball – 75:73
02.03.24 Providence Friars basketball – Villanova Wildcats basketball – 60:71
04.02.24 Villanova Wildcats basketball – Providence Friars basketball – 68:50

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.95 (9.89%)

2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.75 (8.51%)

3. Michigan Tech: 5.75 (8.51%)

4. Duke Blue Devils: 9.2 (5.32%)

5. Connecticut Huskies: 12.8 (3.82%)

6. Houston Cougars: 12.8 (3.82%)

7. Iowa State: 16.2 (3.02%)

8. Illinois Fighting Illini: 17.2 (2.85%)

9. Purdue Boilermakers: 20.2 (2.42%)

10. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 20.6 (2.38%)

11. Florida Gators: 22.2 (2.21%)

12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 25.4 (1.93%)

13. Texas Tech: 30 (1.63%)

14. Michigan State: 31 (1.58%)

15. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (1.58%)

16. Michigan State Spartans W: 31 (1.58%)

17. Brigham Young: 35 (1.4%)

18. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36 (1.36%)

19. Arkansas State: 36 (1.36%)

20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 39.75 (1.23%)

21. Alabama Crimson Tide: 41 (1.19%)

22. Virginia Cavaliers: 61.4 (0.8%)

23. Tennessee Volunteers: 64.2 (0.76%)

24. St. Johns Sonics: 70 (0.7%)

25. Louisville: 72.2 (0.68%)

26. North Carolina: 72.2 (0.68%)

27. St. Johns Red Storm: 75.25 (0.65%)

28. Kentucky Wildcats: 89.2 (0.55%)

29. VCU Rams: 100 (0.49%)

30. Maryland Terrapins: 100 (0.49%)

31. Boise State: 100 (0.49%)

32. UC Irvine: 100 (0.49%)

33. Marquette: 100 (0.49%)

34. Dayton Flyers: 100 (0.49%)

35. Colorado State: 100 (0.49%)

36. High Point: 100 (0.49%)

37. Wake Forest: 100 (0.49%)

38. Memphis Tigers: 100 (0.49%)

39. Kansas State: 100 (0.49%)

40. St. Marys (CA): 100 (0.49%)

41. McNeese State: 100 (0.49%)

42. Utah State: 100 (0.49%)

43. Georgia Tech: 100 (0.49%)

44. Penn State: 100 (0.49%)

45. Yale: 100 (0.49%)

46. Georgetown: 100 (0.49%)

47. Murray State: 100 (0.49%)

48. Troy: 100 (0.49%)

49. Akron Zips: 100 (0.49%)

50. Saint Marys: 100 (0.49%)

51. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 100 (0.49%)

52. Florida State: 100 (0.49%)

53. Boston College: 100 (0.49%)

54. Saint-Louis: 100 (0.49%)

55. California Maritime: 100 (0.49%)

56. Georgetown Hoyas W: 100 (0.49%)

57. Miami Hurricanes W: 100 (0.49%)

58. Clemson: 105.2 (0.47%)

59. Iowa Hawkeyes: 105.2 (0.47%)

60. Auburn Tigers: 115.2 (0.42%)

61. Wisconsin Badgers: 120.2 (0.41%)

62. SMU Mustangs: 120.2 (0.41%)

63. UCLA: 120.2 (0.41%)

64. Georgia Bulldogs: 120.2 (0.41%)

65. NC State: 120.2 (0.41%)

66. St. Louis Billikens: 125.25 (0.39%)

67. Villanova Wildcats: 130.2 (0.38%)

68. Texas Longhorns: 130.2 (0.38%)

69. Texas A&M: 130.2 (0.38%)

70. Miami (FL): 137.75 (0.36%)

71. Baylor Bears: 150.2 (0.33%)

72. Indiana Hoosiers: 150.2 (0.33%)

73. UCF Knights: 150.2 (0.33%)

74. Seton Hall Pirates: 150.2 (0.33%)

75. Ohio State Buckeyes: 150.2 (0.33%)

76. San Diego State: 150.2 (0.33%)

77. Missouri Tigers: 150.2 (0.33%)

78. USC Trojans: 150.2 (0.33%)

79. Virginia Tech: 180.2 (0.27%)

80. TCU: 180.2 (0.27%)

81. Oklahoma Sooners: 180.2 (0.27%)

82. Stanford Cardinal: 180.2 (0.27%)

83. Oklahoma State: 180.2 (0.27%)

84. West Virginia: 230.2 (0.21%)

85. New Mexico: 230.2 (0.21%)

86. Butler Bulldogs: 230.2 (0.21%)

87. Oregon Ducks: 230.2 (0.21%)

88. Ole Miss Rebels: 262.75 (0.19%)

89. South Carolina Gamecocks: 280.2 (0.17%)

90. LSU: 280.2 (0.17%)

91. Pittsburgh Panthers: 280.2 (0.17%)

92. Washington Huskies: 280.2 (0.17%)

93. Colorado: 280.2 (0.17%)

94. Utah Utes: 280.2 (0.17%)

95. Northwestern Wildcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

96. Notre Dame: 280.2 (0.17%)

97. Syracuse Orange: 280.2 (0.17%)

98. Xavier Musketeers: 280.2 (0.17%)

99. Mississippi St.: 280.2 (0.17%)

100. Creighton: 280.2 (0.17%)

101. Cincinnati Bearcats: 280.2 (0.17%)

102. DePaul Blue Demons: 280.2 (0.17%)

103. Providence Friars: 280.2 (0.17%)

104. Arizona State: 280.2 (0.17%)

105. Miami (Ohio): 280.2 (0.17%)

106. California Golden Bears: 325.25 (0.15%)

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