{"id":40768,"date":"2025-01-24T12:59:20","date_gmt":"2025-01-24T18:59:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gambyl.com\/?p=40768"},"modified":"2025-01-24T12:59:25","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T18:59:25","slug":"atletico-madrid-vs-villarreal-2025","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gambyl.com\/en\/laliga\/atletico-madrid-vs-villarreal-2025\/","title":{"rendered":"Atl\u00e9tico Madrid vs. Villarreal Preview and Betting Odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

One of the most interesting matches this weekend in La Liga will see Atl\u00e9tico Madrid hosting Villarreal for matchday 21.

Atl\u00e9tico Madrid comes into this game not only having lost their match against Legan\u00e9s but also surrendering their lead in the Spanish league due to that result.

Meanwhile, Villarreal secured an absolute 4-0 victory over Mallorca, successfully holding on to fifth place in the standings. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Atl\u00e9tico Madrid vs. Villarreal Betting Odds and Info <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Atl\u00e9tico 1.70<\/em><\/td>Villarreal 4.98<\/em><\/td>Draw Offs<\/strong>: 4.37<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
When<\/strong>?<\/td>Saturday, January 25th at 10:15 AM ET, 9:15 AM CST, 8:15 AM MT, and 7:15 AM PT<\/em><\/em><\/td><\/tr>
Where?<\/strong><\/td>C\u00edvitas Metropolitano <\/em><\/td><\/tr>
Where Can I Watch It?<\/strong><\/td>DSports\u00a0<\/a>and\u00a0Movistar Deportes<\/a><\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Atl\u00e9tico Madrid? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Atletico Madrid was enjoying their position at the top of La Liga but were stunned by Leganes, a team fighting to avoid relegation, losing 1-0 with a goal from Matija Nastasic. Antoine Griezmann had the chance to equalize in the 90th minute but missed his penalty.

Now, Atl\u00e9tico sits in second place with 44 points, two behind Real Madrid. They have 13 wins, five draws, and two losses, scoring 34 goals and conceding just 13,<\/strong> the fewest in the league. At home, they remain unbeaten, winning eight matches and drawing two.

This week, they secured a huge victory against Bayer Leverkusen in The UEFA Champions League<\/a>, winning 2-1, which put them in a direct qualification spot for the Round of 16.

The loss to Legan\u00e9s ended a streak of eight consecutive league wins and 15 victories across all competitions.

The Colchoneros boast a strong attack, the fourth-best in Spain, with standout scorers: Alexander Sorloth has eight goals, Griezmann has seven, and \u00c1lvarez has six.

Javi Gal\u00e1n and Cl\u00e9ment Lenglet are suspended, while Sorloth is doubtful due to injury. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Bet on Villarreal? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Villarreal is having a very strong season. They are currently fifth in LaLiga<\/a> and recently defeated Mallorca, sixth in the standings, with an emphatic 4-0 victory. This win gave them an advantage over their rival and secured the Europa League spot for now. However, they remain six points behind Athletic Club in fourth, keeping their Champions League hopes alive.

Villarreal has nine wins, six draws, and five losses. <\/strong>While their attack has been impressive, scoring 38 goals, their defense has been their Achilles heel. They have conceded 31 goals, making them the team with the most goals allowed among the top 12. Even Valencia, second-to-last in the standings, has conceded fewer (29).

Against Mallorca, Villarreal managed to keep a clean sheet for the first time in eight matches. They have only achieved this twice in the league, with Mallorca and Alav\u00e9s (3-0) being the only teams unable to score against them.

On the road, Villarreal has secured five wins, two draws, and three losses. However, their recent away form has been less consistent, earning only four out of the last 12 possible points.

Ayoze P\u00e9rez is the team\u2019s top scorer with eight goals and has recovered from his injury, while Thierno Barry has seven goals.

The \u2018Submarino Amarillo\u2019 will be without Ilias Akhomach and Alfonso Pedraza, who are sidelined due to injuries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final Betting Analysis: Atl\u00e9tico Madrid vs. Villarreal <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It will be a very even matchup between two teams competing at the top of the table. However, Atl\u00e9tico Madrid is in excellent form and remains unbeaten at home, while Villarreal has struggled in recent away games. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Madrid side is expected to take the victory 2-1.

The numbers at Gambyl Exchange favor Atl\u00e9tico Madrid, with their Moneyline set at 1.70, while Villarreal stands at 4.98, and a draw is priced at 4.37. <\/em>

The last match between the two teams took place on August 19, 2024, ending in a 2-2 draw. The last time they faced off in Madrid, Atl\u00e9tico secured a 3-1 win, which is their only home victory against Villarreal in their last four meetings.

Go for Atl\u00e9tico Madrid win in the Moneyline. If you bet $100 at 1.70, you will gain $70 for a total payout of $170. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Atl\u00e9tico Madrid vs. Villarreal Betting Pick: Atl\u00e9tico Madrid<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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