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Las Palmas vs Villarreal: Match Preview, Team News & Betting Tips | Feb 8, 2025

Villarreal will aim to continue their push for a top-four finish in La Liga when they travel to face Las Palmas on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 5:30pm UK time. Marcelino’s side are currently fifth in the table, four points behind fourth-placed Athletic Bilbao, while Las Palmas sit 15th, just two points above the relegation zone.

Interesting Fact: Villarreal are the third-highest scorers in La Liga this season, with 44 goals in 22 matches, but their defensive record (33 goals conceded) could hinder their top-four ambitions.

Team Analysis

Las Palmas

Las Palmas are in a precarious position, sitting just two points above the relegation zone after a 2-1 defeat to Girona on Monday night. Diego Martínez’s side have struggled for consistency this season, with six wins, five draws, and 11 defeats from 22 league matches.

Current Form:

  • Last 5 matches: 1 win, 1 draw, 3 losses.
  • Last match: 2-1 loss to Girona in La Liga.

Key Players:

  • Fabio Silva: The on-loan Wolves striker has been a bright spot in Las Palmas’ attack.
  • Kirian Rodríguez: The midfielder’s creativity and work rate are crucial to the team’s structure.

Injuries/Suspensions:

  • José Campaña (out, hamstring injury).
  • Jaime Mata (suspended).
  • Sandro Ramírez, Adnan Januzaj, and Marvin Park (doubtful).

Home Form:
Las Palmas have picked up 13 points from 11 home matches this season, with three wins, four draws, and four losses.

Villarreal

Villarreal are in strong form, having won three of their last four matches, including a 5-1 thrashing of Real Valladolid last time out. Marcelino’s side are pushing for a top-four finish and will be eager to capitalise on their attacking firepower.

Current Form:

  • Last 5 matches: 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss.
  • Last match: 5-1 win over Real Valladolid in La Liga.

Key Players:

  • Ayoze Pérez: The forward is Villarreal’s top scorer this season with 12 goals.
  • Álex Baena: The winger has contributed five goals and five assists in 21 appearances.

Injuries/Suspensions:

  • Alfonso Pedraza (out, knee injury).
  • Ilias Akhomach (out, knee injury).

Away Form:
Villarreal have the fifth-best away record in La Liga, with 18 points from 11 matches (five wins, three draws, three losses).

Head-to-Head and Past Encounters

The last meeting between these two sides was earlier this season, when Villarreal secured a 3-1 victory. However, Las Palmas won the corresponding fixture last season 3-0, showcasing their ability to compete at home.

Key Stats:

  • Villarreal have scored in each of their last 10 La Liga matches.
  • Las Palmas have kept just two clean sheets in their last 10 home matches.

Prediction

Goal.mu/Mauri.bet predicts: Las Palmas 1-2 Villarreal

Villarreal’s attacking quality and recent form make them favourites for this clash. However, Las Palmas’ home advantage and desperation for points could make this a tightly contested match. Expect Villarreal’s firepower to ultimately prove decisive.

Betting Tips

  • Both Teams to Score: Yes
    Both teams have shown attacking intent in recent matches.
  • Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over
    Villarreal’s matches often produce high-scoring games.
  • Anytime Goalscorer: Ayoze Pérez
    The in-form forward is likely to find the net.

Hot Stat

Villarreal are the third-highest scorers in La Liga this season, averaging two goals per game.

Possible Lineups

Las Palmas (4-2-3-1):
Cillessen; Pelmard, Suárez, McKenna, Mármol; Éssugo, Muñoz; Fuster, K. Rodríguez, Moleiro; Silva.

Villarreal (4-4-2):
Condé; Femenía, Foyth, Kambwala, S. Cardona; Pino, Gueye, Comesaña, Baena; Barry, Pérez.

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