La Liga· Season 2025
Match Summary
Sevilla defeated Villarreal 3:2. The match was played in La Liga 2025. Goals were scored by G. Moreno 13′, G. Mikautadze 20′, Oso 36′, K. Salas 45′, A. Adams 72′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Villarreal had 63% possession while Sevilla held 37%. Villarreal had 6 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Sevilla. Expected goals: Villarreal 0.83 — Sevilla 0.87. Villarreal made 4 substitutions, Sevilla made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Villarreal and Sevilla — 5 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: G. Mikautadze
assist: A. Moleiro
assist: L. Agoume
Match Statistics
Villarreal had 63% possession against Sevilla's 37%. Villarreal registered 6 shots (4 on target) while Sevilla managed 13 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 11–9.
Lineups
Villarreal lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Marcelino, while Sevilla deployed a 5-3-2 under Luis Garcia Plaza.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Villarreal is 6.93, compared to 6.87 for Sevilla. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Villarreal's highest-rated starter is N. Pepe (7.25), while Sevilla's best-rated player is K. Salas (6.93).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Villarreal have contributed 48 goals and 24 assists this season, led by G. Mikautadze (13G). Sevilla's starters account for 4 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by K. Salas (3G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Villarreal deploy 4 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against Sevilla's 5-man backline averaging 6.93. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Villarreal field 4 midfielders averaging 7.04, versus Sevilla's 3 rated 6.84. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Villarreal start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.05, compared to 2 for Sevilla averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 81% for Villarreal and —% for Sevilla. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Villarreal's starters have collected 37 yellow cards this season, compared to 18 for Sevilla. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Villarreal's starting XI is 26.2 (youngest: P. Navarro (20), oldest: D. Parejo (36)), while Sevilla average 23.8 (youngest: Oso (22), oldest: D. Sow (28)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Villarreal's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 21 for Sevilla. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Marcelino
Substitutes
Coach: Luis Garcia Plaza
Rivalry since 2010
Villarreal vs Sevilla Head to Head Results· 31
Villarreal and Sevilla have met 31 times — Villarreal won 10, Sevilla won 11, with 10 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Sevilla leads the head-to-head with 11 victories from 31 meetings. A combined 89 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.87 per match (45 for the home side, 44 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 21 matches (68%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (65%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Villarreal are currently unbeaten in the last 5 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–2 in 2025.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Villarreal have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. Sevilla show 1 win, 1 draw and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
Match Prediction
Statistical tip
Double chance: Villarreal or draw
Injuries & Suspensions
Villarreal
- DoubtfulP. Cabanes
- DoubtfulJ. Foyth
- DoubtfulP. Cabanes
- DoubtfulJ. Foyth
Sevilla
- DoubtfulM. Bueno
- DoubtfulMarcao
- DoubtfulI. Romero
- DoubtfulM. Bueno
- DoubtfulMarcao
- DoubtfulI. Romero
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Villarreal
2.11
Dafabet
Draw
3.57
Pinnacle
Sevilla
4.33
BetVictor
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
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Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
3.2
Average goals per game
60%
Games with 3+ goals
90%
Both teams scored
Head-to-Head Record
Even recordHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Market Summary
Margin: 5.7%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 2.10 | 3.30 | 3.60 |
| Max | 2.10 | 3.30 | 3.60 |
Result vs. Market
Result differed from market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Home Record: Villarreal
Away Record: Sevilla
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026