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Villarreal vs Elche predictions, Mar 08, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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As Villarreal CF prepares to host Elche CF on March 8, 2026, the matchup presents a compelling narrative in LaLiga. Villarreal enters the contest with a solid performance, winning three of their last five matches. This resurgence in form has highlighted their tactical strengths, particularly in possession play and effective pressing, making them a formidable opponent at home.

On the other hand, Elche CF has struggled significantly, failing to secure a victory in their last five outings. Their recent performances have exposed vulnerabilities in both defense and attack, leaving them seeking consistency and solutions against a determined Villarreal side.

Bookmakers have installed Villarreal as clear favorites, reflecting their recent momentum, with odds of 1.53 for a home win, while Elche trails at 5.75 away. Our predictive model backs this with a 63.3% probability of a home victory, compared to 20.9% for a draw and 16.2% for an away win.

As both teams take the pitch, tactical execution will be crucial. Villarreal will aim to capitalize on their home advantage and capitalize on Elche’s current woes. However, in soccer, momentum can shift rapidly, ensuring that this clash holds uncertainties until the final whistle.

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Villarreal
62%		 Draw
21.6%		 Elche
16.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

Outrights of Spanish LaLiga Elche: 0.88% Villarreal: 0.46%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.55 4.6 6.16
1.52 4.45 5.9
1.57 4.57 6.19 Watch and Bet
1.53 4.2 5.5
1.51 4.56 5.92

Latest Results

28.02.26 FC Barcelona – Villarreal CF – 4:1
22.02.26 Villarreal CF – CF Valencia – 2:1
18.02.26 Levante UD – Villarreal CF – 0:1
14.02.26 Getafe CF – Villarreal CF – 2:1
09.02.26 Villarreal CF – RCD Espanyol – 4:1		 01.03.26 Elche CF – RCD Espanyol – 2:2
20.02.26 Athletic Bilbao – Elche CF – 2:1
13.02.26 Elche CF – Osasuna – 0:0
07.02.26 Real Sociedad – Elche CF – 3:1
31.01.26 Elche CF – FC Barcelona – 1:3

Facts

  • This match features one of the leaders against an outsider (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Champions League (League phase: ) and 17).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Villarreal won 3.
  • Villarreal has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Elche‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Villarreal may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • In this match, Villarreal is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 16 head-to-head matches, Villarreal won 6 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 25:19. (average 1.6:1.2).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Villarreal won 3 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 14:7. (average 2:1).

    Latest Head To Head

    03.01.26 Elche CF – Villarreal CF – 1:3
    04.02.23 Elche CF – Villarreal CF – 3:1
    04.09.22 Villarreal CF – Elche CF – 4:0
    16.01.22 Elche CF – Villarreal CF – 1:0
    22.09.21 Villarreal CF – Elche CF – 4:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Barcelona 26 21 1 4 71:26 45 64
    2 Real Madrid 25 19 3 3 54:21 33 60
    3 Atl. Madrid 26 15 6 5 43:23 20 51
    4 Villarreal 26 16 3 7 48:31 17 51
    5 Betis 26 11 10 5 42:32 10 43
    6 Celta Vigo 26 10 10 6 36:28 8 40
    7 Espanyol 26 10 6 10 33:39 -6 36
    8 Real Sociedad 26 9 8 9 38:38 0 35
    9 Ath Bilbao 26 10 5 11 30:36 -6 35
    10 Osasuna 26 9 6 11 30:30 0 33
    11 Sevilla 26 8 6 12 34:41 -7 30
    12 Girona 26 7 9 10 27:42 -15 30
    13 Valencia 26 7 8 11 27:39 -12 29
    14 Getafe 25 8 5 12 20:29 -9 29
    15 Rayo Vallecano 25 6 9 10 23:32 -9 27
    16 Alaves 26 7 6 13 23:34 -11 27
    17 Elche 26 5 11 10 34:39 -5 26
    18 Mallorca 26 6 6 14 29:42 -13 24
    19 Levante 26 5 6 15 28:44 -16 21
    20 Oviedo 25 3 8 14 16:40 -24 17

    Spanish LaLiga Outrights

    1. Barcelona: 1.65 (53.53%)

    2. Real Madrid: 2.28 (38.72%)

    3. Mallorca: 100 (0.88%)

    4. Valencia: 100 (0.88%)

    5. Alaves: 100 (0.88%)

    6. Levante: 100 (0.88%)

    7. Elche: 100 (0.88%)

    8. Real Oviedo: 100 (0.88%)

    9. Atl. Madrid: 142 (0.62%)

    10. Villarreal: 192 (0.46%)

    11. Betis: 380.2 (0.23%)

    12. Real Sociedad: 480.2 (0.18%)

    13. Espanyol: 480.2 (0.18%)

    14. Celta Vigo: 580.2 (0.15%)

    15. Girona: 680.2 (0.13%)

    16. Ath Bilbao: 680.2 (0.13%)

    17. Osasuna: 880.2 (0.1%)

    18. Rayo Vallecano: 980.2 (0.09%)

    19. Sevilla: 980.2 (0.09%)

    20. Getafe: 980.2 (0.09%)

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