Villarreal vs Espanyol Live Streaming – A key battle in La Liga sees Villarreal host Espanyol at the Estadio de la Cerámica. Both teams are fighting for vital points — Villarreal chasing European spots while Espanyol aims to move away from the relegation zone.
📅 Match Details
Match | Villarreal vs Espanyol |
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Date | Saturday, April 28, 2025 |
Time | 12:30 PM ET |
Venue | Estadio de la Cerámica |
Competition | La Liga |
🔁 Head-to-Head Record
Total Meetings | Villarreal Wins | Espanyol Wins | Draws | Last Meeting |
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38 | 16 | 11 | 11 | Espanyol 0–2 Villarreal (November 2024) |
Note:
Villarreal have generally dominated the recent encounters between these two sides.
📊 Team Form and Standings
Team | Position | Points | Last 5 Matches | Last Result |
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Villarreal | 6th | 58 | W-W-D-L-W | Won 2–1 vs Getafe |
Espanyol | 17th | 32 | L-D-W-L-D | Drew 1–1 vs Granada |
Analysis:
- Villarreal are pushing hard for a Europa League place.
- Espanyol desperately needs points to secure safety in La Liga.
🌟 Key Players to Watch
Villarreal:
- Gerard Moreno: Star striker, clinical in front of goal.
- Álex Baena: Creative midfielder, key in chance creation.
- Pau Torres: Reliable at the back, calm under pressure.
Espanyol:
- Martin Braithwaite: Leading goal scorer, vital for their attack.
- Sergi Darder: Captain and midfield maestro.
- Fernando Pacheco: Goalkeeper who could be crucial with key saves.
⚽ Tactical Preview
Team | Formation | Style of Play | Strengths | Weaknesses |
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Villarreal | 4-3-3 | High-possession, attacking | Strong home form, fluid midfield | Occasional defensive lapses |
Espanyol | 4-2-3-1 | Counter-attacking | Quick transitions, set-piece threats | Defensive instability under pressure |
Notes:
- Villarreal will look to dominate possession and break down Espanyol’s low block.
- Espanyol will rely on swift counter-attacks led by Braithwaite and Darder.
🔮 Predictions
Category | Prediction |
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Full-Time Score | Villarreal 2–0 Espanyol |
Goal Scorer | Gerard Moreno (Villarreal) |
Possession Share | Villarreal 65% – Espanyol 35% |
Man of the Match | Gerard Moreno (Villarreal) |
Comments:
Villarreal are expected to control the match and collect an important three points.
📺 How to Watch Villarreal vs Espanyol Live
- USA: ESPN+ (Live Streaming)
- Spain: DAZN, Movistar LaLiga (Live Streaming)
- International: La Liga TV (Select Regions)
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