The Round 21 La Liga blockbuster between Villarreal vs Real Madrid takes place at the Estadio de la Cerámica, with kick-off set for 01:30 AM (IST) on Sunday, 25 January 2026.
This is a true top-of-the-table clash. Villarreal sit third and are pushing hard for a Champions League spot, while Real Madrid arrive as title contenders in second place. With both sides among La Liga’s best attacks, this promises to be one of the most entertaining fixtures of the round.
Match Overview – Villarreal vs Real Madrid
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Villarreal vs Real Madrid |
| Competition | La Liga |
| Round | Round 21 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Sunday, 25 January 2026 – 01:30 AM (IST) |
| Venue | Estadio de la Cerámica |
| Location | Villarreal, Spain |
| Capacity | 24,500 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 10°C – Cool |
Match Insight: Real Madrid have won four of the last five league meetings against Villarreal, including a 3–1 victory earlier this season.
La Liga Standings Snapshot (as of Jan 24, 2026)
| Team | Position | Played | W | D | L | Goals For | Goals Against | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Real Madrid | 2nd | 20 | 15 | 3 | 2 | 43 | 17 | 48 |
| Villarreal | 3rd | 19 | 13 | 2 | 4 | 37 | 19 | 41 |
Both teams boast strong goal differences, but Real Madrid’s defensive record gives them a narrow edge.
Recent Form Guide – Villarreal vs Real Madrid
Villarreal – Last 5 Matches (L-L-W-W-L)
| Date (2026) | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20 | Ajax (H) | 1–2 | Loss | Cup/Friendly |
| Jan 17 | Real Betis (A) | 2–0 | Loss | La Liga |
| Jan 10 | Alavés (H) | 3–1 | Win | La Liga |
| Jan 03 | Elche (A) | 1–3 | Win | La Liga |
| Dec 21 (2025) | Barcelona (H) | 0–2 | Loss | La Liga |
Real Madrid – Last 5 Matches (W-W-L-L-W)
| Date (2026) | Opponent | Score | Result | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20 | Monaco (H) | 6–1 | Win | Cup/Friendly |
| Jan 17 | Levante (H) | 2–0 | Win | La Liga |
| Jan 14 | Albacete (A) | 3–2 | Loss | Cup |
| Jan 11 | Barcelona (A) | 3–2 | Loss | La Liga |
| Jan 08 | Atlético Madrid (A) | 1–2 | Win | La Liga |
Head-to-Head – Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 5, 2025 | La Liga | Real Madrid | 3–1 | Villarreal | Real Madrid Win |
| Mar 16, 2025 | La Liga | Villarreal | 1–2 | Real Madrid | Real Madrid Win |
| Oct 6, 2024 | La Liga | Real Madrid | 2–0 | Villarreal | Real Madrid Win |
| May 20, 2024 | La Liga | Villarreal | 4–4 | Real Madrid | Draw |
| Dec 18, 2023 | La Liga | Real Madrid | 4–1 | Villarreal | Real Madrid Win |
Villarreal have struggled to contain Real Madrid’s firepower in recent seasons.
Top Scorers to Watch
- Villarreal: Alberto Moleiro – 8 goals, 3 assists (19 matches)
- Real Madrid: Kylian Mbappé – 19 goals, 4 assists (19 matches)
Mbappé remains the league’s most dangerous forward, while Moleiro has been Villarreal’s creative heartbeat.
Predicted Lineups – Villarreal vs Real Madrid
Villarreal (4-4-2)
Luiz Junior – Pau Navarro, Juan Foyth, Renato Veiga, Sergi Cardona –
Tajon Buchanan, Pape Gueye, Dani Parejo, Alberto Moleiro –
Gerard Moreno, Georges Mikautadze
Real Madrid (4-2-3-1)
Thibaut Courtois – Federico Valverde, Raul Asencio, Dean Huijsen, Álvaro Carreras –
Arda Güler, Eduardo Camavinga –
Franco Mastantuono, Jude Bellingham, Vinícius Júnior –
Kylian Mbappé
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Villarreal | Santiago Mourino (suspension), Willy Kambwala (injury), Santi Comesaña (suspension), Pau Cabanes (injury) |
| Real Madrid | Antonio Rüdiger (injury), Éder Militão (injury), Ferland Mendy (injury), Trent Alexander-Arnold (injury), Aurélien Tchouaméni (suspension) |
Defensive absences could make this a more open contest than usual.
Statistical Projection – Villarreal vs Real Madrid
| Metric | Villarreal | Real Madrid |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 27% | 45% |
| Draw Probability | 28% | — |
| Expected Possession | 46–49% | 51–54% |
| Shots on Target | 4–5 | 5–7 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.2–1.5 | 1.6–2.0 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 22% | 34% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Gerard Moreno | Kylian Mbappé |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Villarreal 1–2 Real Madrid
Likely Scorers:
- Alberto Moleiro (Villarreal)
- Kylian Mbappé (Real Madrid)
- Jude Bellingham (Real Madrid)
Real Madrid’s attacking depth and big-game mentality should give them the edge, but Villarreal are strong at home and capable of making this a tight contest.
Confidence Levels
- Villarreal Win: 27%
- Draw: 28%
- Real Madrid Win: 45%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Real Madrid to Win
- Over 2.5 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Kylian Mbappé
⚠️ All predictions are for informational purposes only. Betting involves risk—please play responsibly.
FAQs – Villarreal vs Real Madrid
1.What time is Villarreal vs Real Madrid?
Kick-off is at 01:30 AM (IST) on Sunday, 25 January 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At the Estadio de la Cerámica, Villarreal.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Kylian Mbappé for Real Madrid and Alberto Moleiro for Villarreal.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 2–1 away win for Real Madrid in Round 21 of La Liga.