Celta vs Villarreal Predictions

Celta vs Villarreal is scheduled for kick off on 31 August, at 15:00. The game is set to take place at Estadio Abanca-Balaídos, with Alejandro Quintero González officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Celta currently holding the 6th position in the table 18 points behind Villarreal. Celta have lost 3 Spanish La Liga matches to Villarreal out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent victory against Sevilla, Celta is determined to keep their momentum going. Celta have won 6 of their last 19 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio Abanca-Balaídos. Villarreal's away record stands at 7 victories from 19 games. Following their 5-1 triumph over Atlético, Villarreal have boosted their morale as they seek to beat Celta on their home ground.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Celta have scored over 1.5 goals in 79% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 74% of games. Their total stands at 53 goals and 153 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Villarreal have scored 72 goals with 172 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 92% of matches but conceded in 79% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Celta scored 13 goals while Villarreal scored 12 goals. Their last match on 26 April 2026 ended in 2-1 to Villarreal.