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Our prediction
Atletico Madrid to win
@ 1.85Our record
Correct 1X2 tips (home win, draw or away win), checked against the final score.
Who will win?
Voting closed at kick-off.
Goals outlook
Possible correct scores
Final score: 2 – 2 – not in our list. Exact scores are long shots – even the likeliest score usually comes in only 1 time in 8–10. 18+.
Win probability
Odds (1X2)
Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal preview and result
Atletico Madrid and Villarreal met in the La Liga on Sunday 23 August 2026 at 16:00 (Nigerian time). The match finished 2 - 2, 0 - 0 at half time.
Our model gives Atletico Madrid a 66% chance of winning, the draw 18% and Villarreal 16%. Our pick was Atletico Madrid to win with 75% confidence at odds of 1.85. The pick lost this time ✗. For a safer option, the double chance 1X (Atletico Madrid or Draw) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.22.
Goals: we expect about 3.0 goals (1.5 for Atletico Madrid, 1.5 for Villarreal). The chance of three or more goals is 58%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (85% confidence). 4 goals were scored.
Form and head to head
Atletico Madrid have 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (W-D-W-W-L), scoring 5 and conceding 3. Villarreal have 3 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (W-W-L-L-W), scoring 9 and conceding 8. In the table, Atletico Madrid are 3rd with 28 points and Villarreal are 8th with 15 points.
Frequently asked questions
What was the prediction for Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal?
Our pre-match prediction is Atletico Madrid to win (75% confidence) at odds of 1.85. Win chances: Atletico Madrid 66%, draw 18%, Villarreal 16%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal?
We expect about 3.0 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 85% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 58%).
What time is Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal?
Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal (La Liga) was played on Sunday 23 August 2026 at 16:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Atletico Madrid vs Villarreal?
The double chance 1X (Atletico Madrid or Draw) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.22. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.
Predictions are estimates from our model, not guarantees. 18+ only – bet responsibly. More: today's predictions · Bet Slip Builder · booking codes.
La Liga table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona |
12 | 11 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 33 |
| 2 | Real Madrid |
12 | 10 | 0 | 2 | 21 | 30 |
| 3 | Atletico Madrid |
12 | 9 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 28 |
| 4 | Real Betis |
12 | 8 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 26 |
| 5 | Real Sociedad |
12 | 7 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 22 |
| 6 | Sevilla |
12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | -2 | 18 |
| 7 | Athletic Club |
11 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 16 |
| 8 | Villarreal |
12 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 15 |
| 9 | Deportivo La Coruna |
12 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 15 |
| 10 | Racing Santander |
12 | 4 | 2 | 6 | -13 | 14 |
| 11 | Celta Vigo |
12 | 2 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 13 |
| 12 | Alaves |
12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | -2 | 13 |
| 13 | Espanyol |
12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -1 | 12 |
| 14 | Rayo Vallecano |
11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | -6 | 12 |
| 15 | Getafe |
12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -10 | 12 |
| 16 | Osasuna |
12 | 3 | 3 | 6 | -11 | 12 |
| 17 | Levante |
12 | 2 | 5 | 5 | -5 | 11 |
| 18 | Elche |
12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | -6 | 10 |
| 19 | Valencia |
12 | 2 | 3 | 7 | -12 | 9 |
| 20 | Malaga |
12 | 0 | 5 | 7 | -14 | 5 |
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