Villarreal vs Elche Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 17 Oct 2026
Villarreal vs Elche Predictions
Elche are a standout wager at +1.25 for their clash against Villarreal, with our money split equally between +1 and +1.5. We’re expecting the visitors to keep this contest close, so this Asian Handicap bet at odds of -118 is the way forward.
Read our in-depth Villarreal vs Elche betting preview for our full evaluation of the main match prediction, alongside our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
Villarreal vs Elche Preview
Villarreal square off against Elche at Estadio de la Ceramica, with kick-off set for 10:15 on Saturday 17 October.
Villarreal lost away from home in their last La Liga game. Real Madrid won 1-0 at Santiago Bernabéu. Inigo Perez's side managed four shots on target and had 53% possession.
On Tuesday night, Villarreal claimed a 3-1 win in the Champions League when hosting Napoli.
Elche drew their previous game which was at home. The action at Estadio Martínez Valero ended 0-0 against Celta Vigo. Los Franjiverdes dominated possession with 66% of the ball and racked up two shots on goal.
H2H: Teams’ Last Head-to-Head Saw 2-1 Villarreal Win
Villarreal have won the last two encounters against Elche. The most recent was a 2-1 home win at Estadio de la Ceramica after a 3-1 away victory at Estadio Martínez Valero. Villarreal have won four of the previous 8 H2H meetings, with Elche getting two victories along with two draws.
| La Liga | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 |  Villarreal |
8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13 | 13 | 0 | 13:13 | 8 |
| 18 |  Elche |
8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 11 | 17 | -6 | 11:17 | 6 |
Villarreal have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.8 goals from 6.0 shots on goal and 14.8 attempts. El Submarino Amarillo have averaged 58.0% possession, 554.0 passes and 6.8 corners per game, with their opponents scoring 1.6 goals from 4.1 shots on goal, 12.5 attempts and 4.5 corners.
Top goalscorer is Pape Gueye on 4 goals, while Ayoze Perez and Georges Mikautadze have both bagged 3. Alberto Moleiro and Ayoze Perez are tied for the most assists on 3.
Elche have won 2, lost 4 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.3 goals from 10.7 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 53.1% possession, 464.0 passes, 4.0 corners awarded and 3.4 corners against them, while they’ve conceded 1.8 goals from 12.2 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal.
Fer Nino is top of the team’s scoring charts with 5, while German Valera, Abiel Osorio, Facundo Buonanotte and Thomas Lemar have 1. Tete Morente is top assists provider with 3, while Matias Dituro has recorded 2 clean sheets in the last 10 games.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Villarreal predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Peter Gulacsi (GK), Alex Freeman, Pau Navarro, Renato Veiga, Sergi Cardona, Juan Foyth, Pape Gueye, Ilias Akhomach, Santi Comesana, Alberto Moleiro, Ayoze Perez.
Elche predicted lineup (4-3-3): Matias Dituro (GK), Ruben Sanchez, Victor Chust, Javi Morcillo, Roy Revivo, Gonzalo Villar, Marc Aguado, Thomas Lemar, Tete Morente, Fer Nino, German Valera.
Main Match Prediction
We can’t pass up the opportunity to side with the underdog by backing Elche +1.25. They look easy to wager on the Asian Handicap at -118 when it comes to this La Liga encounter.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest La Liga team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.
The top betting apps make it a 54.1% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
2
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2
Elche
There’s the option to bet on the two teams to play out a 2-2 draw. Odds of +1100 are on offer and this is a correct score wager that should provide plenty of entertainment.
Player Prop Picks
Ilias Akhomach (Villarreal) can be wagered to have a minimum of one shot on goal at -149. All things considered, we think that the betting odds are really appealing when it comes to backing him on the Shots Target market.
Pape Gueye (Villarreal) has registered four goals in his past ten La Liga matches. When it comes to him finding the net, we believe the +250 available is appealing when backing him on the Anytime Goalscorer market.
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Corners Prediction
It’s been four straight Elche matches where the 9.5 Total Corners line has not been covered. We’re anticipating the sides to fall short of the line, with this Total Corners bet on offer at -112.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’re happy to go with a same-game multi that has Elche to cover the +1.25 Asian Handicap, both teams scoring and Ilias Akhomach (Villarreal) to record a minimum of one shot on target.
Placing a bet builder offers a great option for football punters who are looking to focus specifically on one match. Many bettors like to create a personalised bet which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.
Villarreal vs Elche Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Villarreal are regarded as having a 68% chance of winning this La Liga clash in the eyes of the bookies. It means that their current betting odds are -217. If you’re interested in wagering Elche, you can get +525 for the underdog.
There’s a Half-Time Result market should you wish to predict the outcome at the break. Elche are +425 here and the draw is +175, with Villarreal on offer at -115.
The Total Goals odds suggest that Over 2.5 is a strong probability in this contest. Both Teams to Score is one of the top markets and the BTTS Yes option can be wagered at -182.
The best betting sites push the boat out to ensure that football bettors can select from hundreds of markets. You can access them for every La Liga match before making a decision.
Georges Mikautadze is the First Goalscorer favourite at +350 and there’s an opportunity to back him to find the net anytime at -100.
Stats: Last 10 La Liga matches only.
Villarreal have racked up seven wins and three losses in the past 10 home matches, scoring an average of 2.70 goals per game and conceding 1.50.
Elche have five losses, three draws and two victories in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.80.
The most recent Estadio de la Ceramica meeting saw Villarreal claim a 2-1 win over Elche. Aside from one draw, Villarreal have dominated the previous 3 H2H matches at Estadio de la Ceramica with two wins.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Villarreal Home Stats |
7-0-3 | 4.20 | 2.70 | 1.50 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 0 | |
| Elche Away Stats |
2-3-5 | 3.10 | 1.30 | 1.80 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 1 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- La Liga: 08/03 2026 Villarreal 2 Elche 1
- La Liga: 03/01 2026 Elche 1 Villarreal 3
- La Liga: 04/02 2023 Elche 3 Villarreal 1
- La Liga: 04/09 2022 Villarreal 4 Elche 0
- La Liga: 16/01 2022 Elche 1 Villarreal 0
- La Liga: 22/09 2021 Villarreal 4 Elche 1
- La Liga: 06/02 2021 Elche 2 Villarreal 2
- La Liga: 06/12 2020 Villarreal 0 Elche 0
Villarreal League Stats
Elche League Stats
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.70 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.20 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 10 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 10 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.80 corners awarded and 4.50 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 4.20 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.10 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 3.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.20 corners awarded and 5.10 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 7.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 58.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 53.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.10% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Villarreal this season are Pape Gueye (3), Alberto Moleiro (2), Georges Mikautadze (2)
- Top Assistors for Villarreal this season are Alberto Moleiro (3), Ayoze Perez (2), Ilias Akhomach (2)
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Villarreal vs Elche Lineups & Team News
The latest Villarreal vs Elche team news could impact your bets — review it first. We’ll share both predicted and confirmed lineups for La Liga along with the latest injury news.
Villarreal Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Elche Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Villarreal Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Elche Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
Previous Villarreal Lineups
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Injuries & Suspensions
Villarreal Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Inigo Perez
Elche Player Stats & Squad
La Liga Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 34:7 | 24 |
| 2 | Atlético Madrid | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 18:8 | 19 |
| 3 | Real Betis | 8 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 14:9 | 19 |
| 4 | Real Madrid | 8 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 19:8 | 18 |
| 5 | Sevilla | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 13:12 | 14 |
| 6 | Real Sociedad | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 12:15 | 13 |
| 7 | Alavés | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 12:8 | 11 |
| 8 | Deportivo | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 12:11 | 10 |
| 9 | Celta Vigo | 8 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 8:6 | 8 |
| 10 | Athletic Club | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 7:6 | 8 |
| 11 | Villarreal | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13:13 | 8 |
| 12 | Espanyol | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 11:11 | 8 |
| 13 | Rayo Vallecano | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 11:16 | 8 |
| 14 | Getafe | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 4:10 | 8 |
| 15 | Racing Club | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 13:23 | 8 |
| 16 | Osasuna | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8:18 | 8 |
| 17 | Levante | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 11:15 | 6 |
| 18 | Elche | 8 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 11:17 | 6 |
| 19 | Valencia | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 6:15 | 5 |
| 20 | Málaga | 8 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 4:13 | 4 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 17:4 | 12 |
| 2 | Real Madrid | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 13:2 | 12 |
| 3 | Real Betis | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 8:2 | 12 |
| 4 | Atlético Madrid | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10:3 | 10 |
| 5 | Alavés | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 10:5 | 9 |
| 6 | Racing Club | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 9:7 | 8 |
| 7 | Getafe | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 4:2 | 8 |
| 8 | Rayo Vallecano | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 6:4 | 7 |
| 9 | Real Sociedad | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5:6 | 7 |
| 10 | Sevilla | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5:7 | 6 |
| 11 | Deportivo | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5:4 | 5 |
| 12 | Athletic Club | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5:4 | 5 |
| 13 | Osasuna | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2:3 | 5 |
| 14 | Celta Vigo | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7:5 | 4 |
| 15 | Levante | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 10:9 | 4 |
| 16 | Espanyol | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6:6 | 4 |
| 17 | Villarreal | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6:6 | 3 |
| 18 | Málaga | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 3:5 | 3 |
| 19 | Elche | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4:11 | 1 |
| 20 | Valencia | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2:9 | 1 |
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