Villarreal vs Real Betis Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | LaLiga 2025-26

The Yellow Submarines emerged victorious when they last faced Los Verdiblancos.

Villarreal are all set to lock horns with Real Betis in their matchweek 9 fixture in the 2025-26 LaLiga. Estadio de la Cerámica is ready to witness the interesting clash between the two sides.

The Yellow Submarines have started their new season on a positive note. They have secured five wins in their first eight league games this campaign.

Villarreal are coming in after facing a dominating defeat at the hands of Real Madrid. Other than that, their performances have been good enough.

Los Verdiblancos are coming in after securing a win against Espanyol in their previous LaLiga match. They have started their 2025-26 campaign on a decent note.

They will be keen to continue their winning run. Real Betis will be away from home, but will feel confident.

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— Real Betis Balompié (@RealBetis_en) October 16, 2025

Kick-off:

• Location: Villareal, Spain
• Stadium: Estadio de la Cerámica
• Date: Saturday, October 18
• Kick-off Time: 10:00 p.m. IST/ 04:30 p.m. GMT/ 12:30 p.m. ET/ 09:30 a.m. PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Villareal: W-W-W-D-L

Real Betis: W-D-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Tajon Buchanan (Villareal)

Tajon Buchanan is going to play an important role in the attacking front for Villarreal. In the eight league matches in the ongoing season, he has scored three goals and will be yet again looking to engrave his name on the scoresheet. He can cause real issues for the opponents.

Antony (Real Betis)

Leading the attack from the right, Antony is going to be a crucial asset for his side. He can score goals and create some innovative plays, which can help his side in the final third.

The Brazilian forward is yet to score a goal for Real Betis in the LaLiga this season. It will be interesting to see his performance.

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— Real Betis Balompié (@RealBetis_en) October 15, 2025

Match Facts

• Real Betis are unbeaten in their last six matches.
• Los Verdiblancos are on a three-match winning run.
• Villarreal have not been able to secure a win in any of their last two matches.

Villarreal vs Real Betis: Betting Tips and Odds

• Match to end in a draw @11/4 Unibet
• Tajon Buchanan to score @11/1 Unibet
• Goals under 2.5 @6/5 bet365

Injury and Team News

Villarreal will miss out on the services of Juan Foyth, Willy Kambwala and two other players. They are injured. Gerard Moreno might also miss out due to a lack of fitness. Meanwhile, Santiago Mourino is injured.

Isco, Marc Bartra and Nelson Deossa are injured, hence will not be in action for Real Betis. Sofyan Amrabat might not be fit enough to start.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 36

Villarreal won: 17

Betis won: 11

Draws: 8

Predicted Lineups

Villarreal predicted lineup (4-4-2)

Tenas (GK); Mouriño, Marín, Veiga, Cardona; Buchanan, Comesana, Partey, Gueye; Oluwaseyi, Moleiro

Real Betis predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Lopez (GK); Bellerin, Natan, Gomez, Rodriguez; Fornals, Roca; Antony, Lo Celso, Ezzalzouli; Hernandez

Match Prediction

Both of these clubs are in a positive form. The upcoming LaLiga clash between Real Betis and Villarreal is likely to end in a draw.

Prediction: Villarreal 1-1 Real Betis

Telecast Details

India: FanCode

UK: Premier Sports

USA: ESPN+

Nigeria: SuperSport

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