Bet Builder Tip For Tottenham vs Villarreal

Both Tottenham Hotspur and Villarreal come into this Champions League opener carrying proud recent European pedigrees, with each side lifting the Europa League in the past five years. Spurs are fresh from their long-awaited trophy breakthrough last season, while the visitors from Spain have returned to Europe’s top table following a fifth-placed finish in La Liga. With Thomas Frank now at the helm in North London and Marcelino leading the Yellow Submarine, this contest promises intensity, tactical intrigue and plenty of betting angles. Below is a Bet Builder selection built around three carefully chosen markets, each backed by a full rationale.

Here’s our Bet Builder pick for Tottenham vs Villarreal, which has been placed with Bet365:

Bet 1: Richarlison to Score Anytime

With Tottenham missing Dominic Solanke and Mathys Tel for this clash, the responsibility in attack is likely to fall upon Richarlison, who is expected to spearhead the line. He arrives in decent form and will relish the opportunity to prove himself on the continental stage after a somewhat stop-start period at the club. Villarreal, meanwhile, are struggling defensively and have failed to keep a clean sheet in their past three competitive matches. Their vulnerability at the back has been exposed by both Celta Vigo and Atletico Madrid in recent outings.

Richarlison’s physicality and sharp movement are likely to cause issues for a Villarreal defence that is not only missing Willy Kambwala but also lacking rhythm following recent defeats. Spurs have been consistent scorers at home in Europe, finding the net in 15 of their last 16 UEFA home fixtures. That reliability, combined with Richarlison’s role as the focal point, makes him the standout candidate to trouble the scorers here. Villarreal’s record against English opposition in the Champions League is another concern: 14 matches played, no victories, with defensive lapses often being the key reason. Richarlison to find the net at any time looks a solid inclusion for this builder.

Bet 2: Both Teams Over 1 Card

When two sides with plenty of history in European competition lock horns in a high-stakes opener, discipline often suffers. Tottenham under Thomas Frank have shown aggression and intensity in midfield, with players like Rodrigo Bentancur and Pape Sarr not shying away from strong challenges. Villarreal, under Marcelino, are known for being combative, particularly in away matches where they tend to concede more possession and rely on breaking up play.

Given Spurs’ attacking style at home, Villarreal defenders are expected to be tested repeatedly, leading to potential fouls in dangerous areas. Former Tottenham man Juan Foyth, now in Villarreal colours, is one who often finds himself in the referee’s book when tasked with containing quick forwards. On the other side, Tottenham’s defence will need to keep close tabs on Nicolas Pepe, fresh from winning La Liga’s Player of the Month, and Mikautadze, who will stretch the backline with direct runs. Those match-ups could easily produce cautions.

Both teams average over two bookings per match in their domestic leagues this season, and with Champions League officials typically less tolerant than their domestic counterparts, the chances of multiple cards on each side are significant. This bet plays into the expected tempo and competitive edge of the fixture.

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Bet 3: Over 11 Corners in the Match

Matches involving Spurs at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium often generate a high number of corners due to their attacking intent and reliance on wide areas. Pedro Porro and Destiny Udogie push high up the flanks, whipping in crosses that regularly force deflections and blocks. Their approach under Frank has mirrored Ange Postecoglou’s emphasis on width, with Spurs averaging over six corners per league game so far this season.

Villarreal also contribute to high corner counts, especially when chasing games away from home. Their tendency to attack through Nicolas Pepe and Moleiro on the wings usually leads to blocked crosses and defensive clearances. Against Atletico Madrid last weekend, they conceded nine corners, while managing five themselves. That trend is consistent with their European matches in previous campaigns, where they often surpassed double figures for total corners.

Given Spurs’ control at home and Villarreal’s counter-attacking setup, both teams should generate opportunities from the flanks. A total surpassing 11 corners looks very realistic, with Spurs pushing forward and Villarreal looking to respond. It provides an attractive addition to the bet builder, especially considering the tactical profiles of both managers and their preference for wing play.

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