Villarreal vs Athletic Predictions

Villarreal vs Athletic is scheduled for kick off on 27 September, at 19:00. The game is set to take place at Estadio de la Cerámica, with Miguel Sesma Espinosa officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Villarreal currently holding the 3rd position in the table 24 points ahead of Athletic. Villarreal have won 2 Spanish La Liga matches against Athletic out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent loss to Rayo, Villarreal is determined to redeem themselves. Villarreal have won 14 of their last 18 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio de la Cerámica. Athletic's away record stands at 4 victories from 19 games. Following their 4-2 loss to Real Madrid, Athletic is determined to bounce back with a win against Villarreal.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Villarreal have scored over 1.5 goals in 92% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 78% of games. Their total stands at 67 goals and 164 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Athletic have scored 43 goals with 172 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 74% of matches but conceded in 84% of games.

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