Sevilla vs Villarreal Predictions

Sevilla vs Villarreal predictions for this La Liga fixture. The hosts struggled at home last season, so will that trend continue when they face Villarreal? Read on for our free match preview and betting tips

La Liga | Aug 23, 2024 at 8:30pm UK at Estadio Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan

Sevilla vs Villarreal Predictions

Will Sevilla’s Home Advantage Be Enough to Overcome Villarreal’s Resilience?

• Sevilla have won only one of their last five La Liga games against Villarreal.
• Both Sevilla and Villarreal managed to score twice in their opening fixtures.
• Arnaut Danjuma scored and posed a significant threat throughout Villarreal’s match against Atletico Madrid.

Best Bet

Sevilla will host Villarreal at Estadio Ramon on Friday evening, with both teams aiming to secure their first win of the new La Liga campaign. After opening the season with 2-2 draws, both sides have shown attacking promise, but questions remain about their defensive solidity. As they prepare to lock horns in Andalusia, the match is set to be a compelling contest between two clubs eager to improve upon last season’s disappointments.

Backing Sevilla to win with both teams finding the net appears to be the standout bet for this match. Sevilla have shown their ability to create and convert chances, as evidenced by their two goals against Las Palmas. Despite being held to a draw, Sevilla were the more dominant side, controlling 52% of possession and managing 18 shots, five of which were on target. This attacking intent, coupled with the return of key players like Saul Niguez, suggests that Sevilla will be pushing hard for a victory in front of their home fans.

However, their defensive vulnerabilities were also on display, conceding twice despite limiting Las Palmas to just four shots on target. Villarreal, similarly, demonstrated their attacking prowess by scoring twice against a typically resilient Atletico Madrid. Arnaut Danjuma, in particular, looked sharp, and with the creative support from the likes of Yeremy Pino and Alex Baena, Villarreal are likely to find the back of the net again.

Villarreal’s defence, however, remains a concern. The absence of key defenders like Denis Suarez and Juan Foyth leaves them exposed, and Sevilla, who averaged five shots on target per game in their opener, are well-positioned to exploit these gaps. With Sevilla’s attacking depth bolstered by new signings and Villarreal’s persistent threat on the counter, a bet on Sevilla to win with both teams scoring offers a balanced risk-reward ratio. The home side’s recent acquisitions and the return of Saul Niguez could be the factors that tip the balance in their favour, even as they concede at least once.

Additional Prediction

Given the context of this match, an anytime goalscorer bet on Arnaut Danjuma is also worth considering. Danjuma was instrumental for Villarreal against Atletico, not only scoring but also being a constant menace to the defence. His ability to play through the middle or cut in from wide positions makes him a versatile threat that Sevilla’s backline might struggle to contain.

Danjuma’s form is further supported by his strong dribbling skills, as Villarreal completed 14 successful dribbles in their last match. Sevilla’s defence, which has shown signs of vulnerability, could find it difficult to handle Danjuma’s pace and directness. With Sevilla likely to push forward, gaps could appear for Danjuma to exploit, making him a solid bet to find the net during this encounter.

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