Villarreal CF
Football Spain - La Liga Estadio de la Ceramica Fri 15 Aug 15:30
Real Oviedo
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

La Liga Betting Preview: Villarreal vs Real Oviedo

Villarreal host newcomers Real Oviedo in this Spanish La Liga opening-weekend match at Estadio de la Ceramica, with kick-off set for 15:30 on Friday 15 August. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Goals the Bet in Villarreal vs Oviedo

Betting Over 2.5 in the Total Goals market at -123 looks to be the way forward based on the available stats. We anticipate three goals or more to be recorded in the contest between Villarreal and Oviedo.

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Each Team Bidding to Secure Another Win

Villarreal won their last La Liga game 4-2. This was recorded at Estadio de la Ceramica at home to Sevilla. Marcelino Garcia's men had 51% possession and recorded seven shots on target, with Pape Gueye scoring two, while Yeremi Pino and Alejandro Baena also getting a goal.

Newly-promoted Real Oviedo beat Mirandés 3-2 on aggregate in the La Liga 2 promotion play-offs final. In the second leg, Oviedo claimed a 3-1 extra-time triumph (2-1 after 90 mins) at Estadio Carlos Tartiere Los Carbayones enjoyed a mind-boggling 76% of possession and had five shots on goal, while Santi Cazorla, Ilyas Chaira and Francisco Portillo were all on target.

La Liga G W D L GF GA GD GD P
3 Villarreal logo Villarreal 8 5 1 2 14 8 6 14:8 16
17 Real Oviedo logo Real Oviedo 8 2 0 6 4 14 -10 4:14 6
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Villarreal – Last 10 League Games

Villarreal have 7 wins, 1 loss and 2 draws, averaging 2.0 goals from 4.4 shots on goal and 12.0 attempts. El Submarino Amarillo have averaged 44.2% possession, 398.0 passes and 4.6 corners per match, with the opposition scoring 1.2 goals from 4.8 shots on goal, 15.0 attempts and 6.1 corners.

Ayoze Perez leads the way with 7 goals, Yeremi Pino has 3, with Pape Gueye and two others on 2. Nicolas Pepe has the most assists with 4, while goalie Luiz Junior has recorded 4 clean sheets.

Real Oviedo – Last 10 League Games

Oviedo have 7 victories, 1 defeat and 2 draws, averaging 7.8 attempts, 3.4 shots on goal and 1.4 goals. The Asturias team average 54.9% possession, 4.5 corners in their favour and 3.7 corners against, while 0.7 goals have been conceded from 3.4 shots on goal and 7.3 attempts.

Nacho Vidal has landed 4 goals, Santi Cazorla 3, with Ilyas Chaira and two others scoring 1. Daniel Paraschiv and Dani Calvo have both managed 2 assists in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Villarreal confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Luiz Junior (GK), Santiago Mourino, Juan Foyth, Rafa Marin, Sergi Cardona, Nicolas Pepe, Santi Comesana, Pape Gueye, Yeremy Pino, Gerard Moreno, Etta Eyong.

Real Oviedo confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Aaron Escandell (GK), Nacho Vidal, Oier Luengo, Dani Calvo, Rahim Alhassane, Haissem Hassan, Alberto Reina, Kwasi Sibo, Ilyas Chaira, Luka Ilic, Jose Salomon Rondon.

Villarreal vs Real Oviedo Prediction & Betting Tips

From our main match prediction to correct score advice, a corners pick, must-watch player props and a custom bet builder — this Villarreal vs Real Oviedo betting preview covers it all.

Match Prediction

There are several reasons why Over 2.5 Goals can land when it comes to this La Liga game. Value can be squeezed from taking this betting angle and the -123 that is currently available makes appeal.

We take note of any injuries or suspensions affecting each side before going ahead with our football predictions. The La Liga form guide and stats also help the team at Sportsgambler.com crunch the numbers ahead of the action.

Key Villarreal vs Real Oviedo league stats:

  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Villarreal games.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in 14 of the last 19 Villarreal games at home.
  • The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 3 Villarreal games.

Over 2.5 Probability

The latest odds at the best betting sites suggest our pick carries a 55.2% chance of winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 60-65%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this wager.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Yeremy Pino Over 0.5 Shots On Target +107 BetMGM logo

Yeremy Pino (Villarreal) has registered at least one shot on goal in four straight La Liga games on home soil. We recommend backing the +107 that he is able to cover the line, with this Shots on Target wager hopefully providing a return.

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Pape Gueye to Score +475 BetMGM logo

Pape Gueye (Villarreal) has netted two goals in his past five La Liga games. We’ll use this stat and take odds of +475 that he is able to score at least one goal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.

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Corners Prediction

Villarreal Under 6.5 Corners -154 BetMGM logo

Villarreal have not covered the 6.5 corners line in five consecutive games, with Oviedo conceding under 6.5 corners in their past seven matches. It stands to reason that the line won’t be reached and you can secure odds of -154 for this Villarreal Team Corners bet.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Villarreal Logo Villarreal
Total
10.70 4.60 6.10
Home
11.00 5.60 5.40
Away
9.20 4.40 4.80
Oviedo Logo Oviedo
Total
8.20 4.50 3.70
Home
9.10 4.90 4.20
Away
7.30 3.10 4.20
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Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Over 2.5 -123
Asian Handicap Villarreal -1.25 -122
Team Corners Villarreal Under 6.5 -154

You’re welcome to follow our bet builder which has at least three goals, Villarreal to cover the -1.25 Asian Handicap combined with Villarreal to have under 6.5 corners.

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Villarreal vs Real Oviedo Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Villarreal Victory on the Cards According to Bookies

Villarreal are convincing -263 favourites to land the spoils in this La Liga encounter, which means a 72% likelihood of securing a victory according to the current betting odds. If you want to back the outsider, Real Oviedo are available at +650.

Villarreal are -114 to beat Oviedo on the Asian Handicap -1.25. A two-goal victory would be enough for the full payout but you can also get half stakes back for a one-goal win.

The current odds reflect that there’s not much between Under 2.5 Goals and Over 2.5 Goals. An alternative angle is a BTTS bet and Both Teams to Score No is available at -156.

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Gerard Moreno Favourite to Be First Goalscorer

There’s the chance to back Gerard Moreno at +380 to be the First Goalscorer. He’s the favourite and available at similar odds to find the net last instead.

Player Goals
Gerard Moreno (Villarreal)
First
+155
Anytime
+380
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Karl Etta (Villarreal)
First
+215
Anytime
+500
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Nicolas Pepe (Villarreal)
First
+280
Anytime
+600
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Alberto Moleiro (Villarreal)
First
+340
Anytime
+700
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Player Shots On Target
Gerard Moreno (Villarreal)
Over 0.5
-200
Under 0.5
+135
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Karl Etta (Villarreal)
Over 0.5
-159
Under 0.5
+110
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Nicolas Pepe (Villarreal)
Over 0.5
-154
Under 0.5
+108
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Salomón Rondón (Oviedo)
Over 0.5
-118
Under 0.5
-122
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Player Shots
Gerard Moreno (Villarreal)
Over 2.5
-128
Under 2.5
-
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Nicolas Pepe (Villarreal)
Over 2.5
+135
Under 2.5
-
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Karl Etta (Villarreal)
Over 2.5
+102
Under 2.5
-
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Alberto Moleiro (Villarreal)
Over 1.5
-167
Under 1.5
-
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Can Villarreal Land Yet Another Home Win?

Villarreal are four wins from four at Estadio de la Ceramica. Marcelino Garcia's side have recorded six victories, three draws and one defeat in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 2.50 goals per game and conceding 1.00.

Oviedo have clocked up four wins, three draws and three defeats in the past 10 away games, recording an average of 0.90 goals per match and conceding 0.80.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Villarreal logo Villarreal Home Stats 6-3-1 3.50 2.50 1.00 7 3 6 4
Real Oviedo logo Real Oviedo Away Stats 4-3-3 1.70 0.90 0.80 3 7 5 5
  • 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
Team Stats
Villarreal logo Villarreal League Stats
Real Oviedo logo Real Oviedo League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession

Villarreal vs Real Oviedo Lineups & Team News

Check the Villarreal vs Oviedo team news before you place your bets. We’ll keep you posted with predicted and confirmed lineups for La Liga and all current injury news.

Villarreal Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Real Oviedo Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Villarreal Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

1 Luiz Junior
15 Santiago Mourino 8 Juan Foyth 4 Rafa Marin 23 Sergi Cardona
19 Nicolas Pepe 14 Santi Comesana 18 Pape Gueye 21 Yeremy Pino
7 Gerard Moreno 29 Etta Eyong
13 Aaron Escandell
22 Nacho Vidal 15 Oier Luengo 12 Dani Calvo 3 Rahim Alhassane
10 Haissem Hassan 5 Alberto Reina 6 Kwasi Sibo 7 Ilyas Chaira
21 Luka Ilic 23 Jose Salomon Rondon

Real Oviedo Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Villarreal Substitutes

  • 6Denis Suarez
  • 10Daniel Parejo
  • 11Ilias Akhomach
  • 12Adria Altimira
  • 16Thomas Partey
  • 17Tajon Buchanan
  • 20Alberto Moleiro
  • 24Alfonso Pedraza
  • 26Pau Navarro
  • 27Jean Ives Valou
  • 31Ruben Gomez
  • 33Pau Cabanes

Real Oviedo Substitutes

  • 1Horatiu Moldovan
  • 8Santi Cazorla
  • 9Federico Vinas
  • 14Ovie Ejaria
  • 16Borja Sanchez
  • 17Brandon Domingues
  • 26Miguel Narvaez
  • 27Alex Cardero
  • 28Lamine Gueye
  • 29Omar Falah
  • 30Marco Esteban
  • 31Cheli Pereda

Previous Villarreal Lineups

25 May La Liga
Villarreal 4-2 Sevilla
18 May La Liga
Barcelona 2-3 Villarreal
14 May La Liga
Villarreal 3-0 Leganés
10 May La Liga
Girona 0-1 Villarreal
03 May La Liga
Villarreal 4-2 Osasuna
27 Apr La Liga
Villarreal 1-0 Espanyol

Previous Real Oviedo Lineups

21 Jun La Liga 2
Real Oviedo 3-1 Mirandés
15 Jun La Liga 2
Mirandés 1-0 Real Oviedo
11 Jun La Liga 2
Real Oviedo 1-1 Almería
07 Jun La Liga 2
Almería 1-2 Real Oviedo
01 Jun La Liga 2
Real Oviedo 2-1 Cádiz
25 May La Liga 2
Tenerife 0-1 Real Oviedo

Injuries & Suspensions

Villarreal Injury Table
Type Name Info
Santiago Mourino 2nd yellow (Red
Juan Foyth Other
Ayoze Perez Muscle
Pau Cabanes Cruciate ligame
Logan Costa Cruciate ligame
Willy Kambwala Hamstring
Real Oviedo Injury Table
Type Name Info
Luka Ilic 2nd yellow (Red
Alvaro Lemos Cruciate ligame
Nacho Vidal Hamstring
Spain FlagLa Liga Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Real Madrid 8 7 0 1 19:9 21
2 Barcelona 8 6 1 1 22:9 19
3 Villarreal 8 5 1 2 14:8 16
4 Real Betis 8 4 3 1 13:8 15
5 Atlético Madrid 8 3 4 1 15:10 13
6 Sevilla 8 4 1 3 15:11 13
7 Elche 8 3 4 1 11:9 13
8 Athletic Club 8 4 1 3 9:9 13
9 Espanyol 8 3 3 2 11:11 12
10 Alavés 8 3 2 3 9:8 11
11 Getafe 8 3 2 3 9:11 11
12 Osasuna 8 3 1 4 7:8 10
13 Levante 8 2 2 4 13:14 8
14 Rayo Vallecano 8 2 2 4 8:10 8
15 Valencia 8 2 2 4 10:14 8
16 Celta Vigo 8 0 6 2 7:10 6
17 Real Oviedo 8 2 0 6 4:14 6
18 Girona 8 1 3 4 5:17 6
19 Real Sociedad 8 1 2 5 7:12 5
20 Mallorca 8 1 2 5 7:13 5
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Villarreal 4 4 0 0 10:1 12
2 Real Madrid 4 4 0 0 8:2 12
3 Atlético Madrid 4 3 1 0 11:5 10
4 Elche 4 3 1 0 6:2 10
5 Osasuna 4 3 1 0 6:2 10
6 Espanyol 5 3 1 1 9:7 10
7 Athletic Club 5 3 1 1 7:5 10
8 Barcelona 3 3 0 0 11:1 9
9 Real Betis 4 3 0 1 7:3 9
10 Valencia 4 2 1 1 7:3 7
11 Alavés 4 2 1 1 7:5 7
12 Getafe 3 1 2 0 4:2 5
13 Mallorca 4 1 2 1 3:5 5
14 Sevilla 4 1 1 2 8:7 4
15 Real Sociedad 4 1 1 2 4:5 4
16 Celta Vigo 5 0 4 1 4:6 4
17 Girona 5 1 1 3 3:10 4
18 Real Oviedo 4 1 0 3 2:8 3
19 Rayo Vallecano 3 0 2 1 2:3 2
20 Levante 3 0 1 2 5:9 1