Villarreal vs Barcelona Predictions

Villarreal vs Barcelona is scheduled for kick off on 21 December, at 15:15. The game is set to take place at Estadio de la Cerámica, with Javier Alberola Rojas officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Villarreal currently holding the 3rd position in the table 22 points behind Barcelona. Villarreal have lost 4 Spanish La Liga matches to Barcelona out of the last 6 they have played. After their recent victory against Atlético, Villarreal is determined to keep their momentum going. Villarreal have won 15 of their last 19 Spanish La Liga matches at Estadio de la Cerámica. Barcelona's away record stands at 12 victories from 19 games. Following their 3-1 loss to Valencia, Barcelona 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 79% of games. Their total stands at 72 goals and 172 shots on target this Spanish La Liga season. Meanwhile, Barcelona have scored 95 goals with 257 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 89% of matches but conceded in 61% of games.

In their last 6 head-to-head clashes, Villarreal scored 13 goals while Barcelona scored 20 goals. Their last match on 28 February 2026 ended in 4-1 to Barcelona.