Villarreal (18-8-10) and Barcelona (27-5-4) will face off today at 3:00 p.m. EDT at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys in Barcelona, Spain.
Barcelona is favored at a -110 price, with the over/under set at 3.5 (-115o / -110u) goals.
Let's get into my Villarreal vs. Barcelona prediction.
Villarreal vs. Barcelona Odds, Prediction
| Villarreal Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+0.5 -110 | 3.5 -115o / -110u | +240 |
| Barcelona Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-0.5 -110 | 3.5 -115o / -110u | -115 |
Villarreal vs. Barcelona spread: -0.5 (-115), +0.5 (-120)
Villarreal vs. Barcelona over/under: 3.5 (-115o / -110u)
Villarreal vs. Barcelona moneyline: Villarreal +240, Draw +300, Barcelona -110
Villarreal vs. Barcelona best bet: Barcelona Moneyline
Barcelona Prediction
Barcelona will play their first match as La Liga champions this Thursday after securing the title with a 2-0 away win against Espanyol and a thrilling 4-3 victory over Real Madrid in El Clásico. Now, it's time to celebrate in front of their home fans, in a season where they've also lifted the Copa del Rey and the Supercopa de España.
Expect a vibrant celebration, as this will be their last match in Catalunya until next season. Their final league game will be an away fixture against Athletic Club in Bilbao, and without a FIFA Club World Cup berth this year, the team will shift focus to friendly matches in preparation for the next campaign.
Head coach Hansi Flick has hinted at several line-up changes for the clash against Villarreal, as many of his players have been celebrating their recent title win. Local media are even speculating about the possibility of a starting eleven entirely composed of La Masía players, showcasing the club's renowned youth academy.
Villarreal Prediction
Villarreal is on the brink of securing their place in the next Champions League. They currently sit fifth in the standings, and if they can hold onto this spot – with their closest chaser, Real Betis, five points behind – they'll be back in Europe's elite club competition.
The Yellow Submarine comes into this match riding a four-game winning streak, with three of those victories featuring clean sheets. They also boast the third-highest goal tally in the league this season (64), trailing only Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Ayoze Pérez has been one of their standout performers, netting 18 goals in La Liga. At 31, he's enjoying the best season of his career in Spanish football. Meanwhile, Álex Baena has been a crucial midfield presence, ranking second in the league's assist charts, just behind Barcelona's star Lamine Yamal.
Villarreal vs. Barcelona Pick
Villarreal has won two of their last three away matches against Barcelona. However, the most recent meeting between these two sides ended in a dominant 5-1 away win for the Catalans earlier this season.
Even if Barcelona rests their regular starters and fields a lineup full of young talents, they remain the favorites. Villarreal's solid form suggests they could pose a challenge, but the hosts are clearly the stronger side.
Expect the home crowd to enjoy a full-on celebration – a fitting end to a championship season with another victory. The betting line for a Barcelona win has improved with news of a rotated squad, making this a smart play for those looking to back the newly crowned champions.
Villarreal vs. Barcelona Pick: Barcelona Moneyline (-110, DraftKings)
