Athletic vs Villarreal Predictions

Athletic vs Villarreal is scheduled for kick off on 10 January. The game is set to take place at Estadio de San Mamés. This match is bound to be interesting looking at the current form of Athletic and Villarreal. Athletic have won 2 Spanish La Liga matches against Villarreal out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent victory against Real Sociedad, Athletic is determined to keep their momentum going. Athletic have won 3 of their last 6 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio de San Mamés. Villarreal's away record stands at 2 victories from 6 games. Following their 6-0 loss to Paris SG, Villarreal is determined to bounce back with a win against Athletic.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Athletic have scored over 1.5 goals in 73% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 45% of games. Their total stands at 14 goals and 40 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Villarreal have scored 15 goals with 63 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 64% of matches but conceded in 91% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Athletic scored 7 goals while Villarreal scored 6 goals. Their last match on 12 Apr 2026 ended in 2-1 to Villarreal.