Prediction: Villarreal vs Atlético Madrid – La Liga – 24/05/2026
Preview
Villarreal will host Atlético Madrid on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at 6:30 PM BST in La Liga. The Yellow Submarine is currently third in the table with 72 points from 38 matches, while Atlético Madrid occupies fourth position with 69 points from the same number of games.
Villarreal has been in good form, with four wins and one defeat in their last five matches. They have also been scoring freely, with a 5-1 win over Atlético Madrid being one of their recent highlights. In contrast, Atlético Madrid has had a mixed run, with two wins, one draw, and two defeats in their last five games. They have struggled to find consistency, but a 1-0 win over Girona was a notable result.
Both teams will be looking to gain an advantage in this crucial encounter, with Villarreal seeking to consolidate their third position and Atlético Madrid aiming to close the gap with the top teams. The match is expected to be an intense and closely contested affair, with both sides eager to emerge victorious.
Villarreal
Fulltime Result
Atlético Madrid
home
39.7%
draw
24.29%
away
36.01%
Villarreal will host Atlético Madrid on 24/05/2026 in La Liga, a match that promises to be intense. Our experts believe that Villarreal, who have been on a roll lately, will give Atlético Madrid a run for their money. In their last five games, Villarreal have had a mixed bag of results, with two wins and three defeats. They convincingly beat Levante 5-1, but suffered a 2-3 defeat at the hands of Sevilla. They also drew 1-1 with Mallorca and lost 2-0 to Rayo Vallecano. Our experts estimate that Villarreal have a slight advantage in this match, given their recent form.
Atlético Madrid, on the other hand, have been inconsistent in their last five games, with two wins and three defeats. They beat Girona 1-0 and Valencia 2-0, but suffered a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Arsenal in the Champions League. They also lost 0-1 to Celta de Vigo and drew 2-1 with Osasuna. Our experts believe that Atlético Madrid will struggle to contain Villarreal's attacking prowess.
Both teams have key players who are in good shape. Villarreal's Gerard Moreno has been scoring consistently, while Atlético Madrid's João Félix has been impressive in his recent games. However, Atlético Madrid will be without their star player, Saúl Ñíguez, who is suspended for this match.
There are no rumors about this match that we are aware of. Our experts predict that Villarreal will win this match, given their recent form and the absence of Saúl Ñíguez from Atlético Madrid's lineup. However, it will be a closely contested match, and Atlético Madrid will give Villarreal a run for their money.
Villarreal
Both Teams To Score
Atlético Madrid
yes
60.88%
no
39.12%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Villarreal and Atlético Madrid. In the last five games, Villarreal scored a total of 17 goals, while Atlético Madrid found the net 6 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Villarreal
Over/Under
Atlético Madrid
Over 1.5
yes
80.63%
no
19.37%
Over 2.5
yes
59.04%
no
40.96%
Over 3.5
yes
37.32%
no
62.68%
Over 4.5
yes
21.99%
no
78.01%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Villarreal and Atlético Madrid. In the last five games, Villarreal scored a total of 24 goals, while Atlético Madrid scored 14 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Villarreal
Villarreal x Atlético Madrid Last matches
Atlético Madrid
Villarreal
20%
Draw
40%
Atlético Madrid
40%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 3.4
Both teams score 80
Goals scored(time 1) 2.2
Goals scored(time 2) 1.2
Over 2,5 60
Under 2.5 40
Villarreal
Total results
Atlético Madrid
40 matches
16
wins
/
14
draws
/
10
wins
16
wins
(40%)
14
draws
(35%)
10
wins
(25%)
Recent form
Villarreal
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
1/6 (16.67%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 4
Both score 83.33%
Goals scored 2.5
Goals conceded 1.5
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
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Atlético Madrid
Wins
3/6 (50%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
3/6 (50%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.33
Both score 33.33%
Goals scored 1
Goals conceded 1.33
Over 2,5 33.33
Less 2,5 66.67
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Latest news and statistics from Villarreal
Villarreal is gearing up for a crucial encounter with Atlético Madrid in the 38th round of the 2025/2026 La Liga. The Yellow Submarine has been in decent form, with a recent 5-1 thrashing of Atlético Madrid in their previous meeting. However, their recent performances have been inconsistent, with a 2-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano and a 2-3 loss to Sevilla in their last two matches. Villarreal's inconsistent form has seen them drop points in their last two games, with a 1-1 draw against Mallorca and a 5-1 win over Levante. Despite this, they remain in third place in the La Liga standings with 72 points from 38 games. Their recent results have raised concerns about their ability to maintain their current position in the league table. Atlético Madrid, on the other hand, will be looking to bounce back from their recent defeat to Villarreal and improve their chances of finishing in the top four. The Rojiblancos have been inconsistent in their recent performances, with a 1-0 win over Valencia and a 2-1 loss to Real Madrid in their last two matches. The upcoming match between Villarreal and Atlético Madrid is expected to be an intense and closely contested encounter. Villarreal will need to improve their defensive solidity and maintain their recent attacking form to secure a positive result. Atlético Madrid, on the other hand, will need to find a way to break down Villarreal's defense and capitalize on their attacking opportunities. The match is set to take place on a yet unknown date and time, and it remains to be seen how both teams will perform on the day. One thing is certain, however, and that is that this match will be a crucial encounter in the context of the La Liga season.Latest news and statistics from Atlético Madrid
Atlético Madrid is gearing up for a crucial 38th round clash against Villarreal in the 2025/2026 La Liga season. The team currently sits at fourth place with 69 points after 37 games, demonstrating a consistent performance throughout the campaign. However, their recent form has been a subject of concern, having suffered a 5-1 defeat to Villarreal in their last encounter, followed by a narrow 1-0 victory over Girona and a 2-1 win over Osasuna. Furthermore, they were defeated 1-0 by Celta de Vigo and Arsenal in their previous matches. In preparation for the upcoming match, Atlético Madrid will need to regroup and refocus their strategy to overcome the challenges posed by Villarreal. The team's recent performances have shown glimpses of inconsistency, which they will need to address in order to secure a positive result. With the team's current standings and recent form in mind, it will be interesting to see how Atlético Madrid approaches this match and whether they can bounce back from their recent setbacks. As the team prepares to face Villarreal, it is essential to note that Atlético Madrid has been working tirelessly to improve their performance and address their weaknesses. The team's management and coaching staff have been monitoring their players' progress and making adjustments to their tactics and strategies to ensure they are well-prepared for the upcoming match. With the team's determination and commitment to improving their performance, it will be exciting to see how they fare against Villarreal in the 38th round of the 2025/2026 La Liga season.Villarreal
lineup
Atlético Madrid
Lineup
25.
Arnau Tenas
15.
Santiago Mouriño
6.
Pau Navarro
4.
Rafa Marín
24.
Alfonso Pedraza
19.
Nicolas Pépé
18.
Pape Gueye
10.
Dani Parejo
20.
Alberto Moleiro
22.
Ayoze Pérez
9.
Georges Mikautadze
Lineup
Juan Musso
1.
Marcos Llorente
14.
Marc Pubill
18.
Clément Lenglet
15.
Dávid Hancko
17.
Álex Baena
10.
Koke
6.
Obed Vargas
21.
Giuliano Simeone
20.
Antoine Griezmann
7.
Ademola Lookman
22.
Bench
1.
Luiz Júnior
2.
Logan Costa
3.
Alex Freeman
5.
Willy Kambwala
11.
Alfon González
12.
Renato Veiga
17.
Tajon Buchanan
21.
Tani Oluwaseyi
23.
Sergi Cardona
33.
Pau Cabanes
37.
Carlos Macià
38.
Alassane Diatta
Bench
Matteo Ruggeri
3.
Alexander Sørloth
9.
Jan Oblak
13.
Rayane Belaid
29.
Salvador Esquivel
31.
Javier Boñar
32.
Julio Díaz
34.
Iker Luque
37.
Aleksa Puric
40.
Javi Morcillo
47.
Miguel Cubo
61.
Standings Villarreal x Atlético Madrid
Regular Season
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No
team
P
W
D
L
GF
GA
GD
Pts
#: position
team: team
P: played
W: wins
D: draws
L: losses
GF: goals for
GA: goals against
GD: goal difference
Pts: points
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Villarreal vs Atlético Madrid FAQ
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The game between Villarreal and Atlético Madrid will start at 20:00 Brasília time on 24/05/2026.
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We don't know who will win the duel between Villarreal and Atlético Madrid, and that's why we love football. However, our experts believe that betting on the victory of team Villarreal can be a moderate risk choice.