Villarreal vs Valencia: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

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VILLARREAL VS VALENCIA - SPAIN: LA LIGA MATCH PREVIEW

SPAIN: LA LIGA MATCH DETAILS: VILLARREAL VS VALENCIA

As Villarreal prepare to host Valencia on February 22, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this SPAIN: La Liga fixture promises an intriguing contest.

VILLARREAL PREVIEW IN SPAIN: LA LIGA

Villarreal, currently 3rd in the standings with 48 points from 24 games, trail the leaders by 12 points. They've earned 28 points from 12 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 8 goals. The attack has been led by Alberto Moleiro, the leading goalscorer this season with 9 goals, while also providing key assists. Crucial contributions in the final third have come from players like Gerard Moreno, Georges Mikautadze, Karl Etta Eyong, who have delivered important goals and assists.

VALENCIA PREVIEW IN SPAIN: LA LIGA

Valencia, sitting 15th with 26 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 9 points from 12 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. The offensive threat is spearheaded by Hugo Duro, who leads the scoring with 7 goals. Support has come from Diego Lopez Noguerol, Arnaut Danjuma, Luis Rioja, who have chipped in with decisive contributions in attack.

HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR VILLARREAL VS VALENCIA

Recent meetings between Villarreal and Valencia have favored Villarreal, with Valencia claiming victory in their most recent clash (2-0). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Levante, Villarreal recorded a 1-0 victory while lining up in a 4-3-3 formation. Their starting XI featured Luiz Junior, Cardona, Marin, Navarro, Mourino, Moleiro, Gueye, Comesana, Pepe, Mikautadze, Perez. The setup allowed the team to control central areas while maintaining width through their wide attackers.

Valencia's last outing came against Levante, where they secured a 2-0 victory using a 4-4-2 system. Their starting XI featured Dimitrievski, Gaya, Comert, Tarrega, Nunez, Rioja, Ugrinic, Pepelu, Ramazani, Beltran, Duro. This setup relied on discipline and work rate to maintain structure while exploiting wide areas.

Looking ahead, Villarreal are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Villarreal and Valencia are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR VILLARREAL VS VALENCIA

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Villarreal's fixtures have averaged 3.1 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Valencia's games average 2.7 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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