The UEFA Champions League game continues as Villarreal host Juventus at the Estadio de la Ceramica in the second round on Wednesday. Both teams are coming into this crucial fixture having failed to win their opening game of the competition.
The home team lost to Tottenham in their first game, but went on to recover from the loss with three wins in La Liga, with their recent win being a 1-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao at home.
On the other hand, the visitors were involved in some high-scoring encounters in their first Champions League game, having played a dramatic 4-4 draw against Borussia Dortmund. Since then, they have failed to secure a win in their last three games, having drawn 1-1 with Atalanta in their last Serie A game.
Read our Villarreal vs Juventus predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other UEFA Champions League predictions.
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Villarreal vs Juventus prediction: Expecting a draw in this game
Key statistics
- Their previous encounter ended in a first-half draw.
- A 1-1 scoreline has been played once in their last three meetings.
- Both teams have conceded in three of their last five game in all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Villarreal 1-1 Juventus
The Yellow Submarine are currently unbeaten in their last five games in all competitions, but a trip to Spain to face Villarreal will not come easily for them. For this game, we are predicting a 1-1 draw. Villarreal have had a decent start to their season and will be looking to take their league form into this clash against the Old Lady. We believe the game will end in a stalemate, with both teams sharing the spoils.
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Pre-match odds and win probability: close odds, no clear favourite
- Home: 6/4 (2.50) – 40.0%
- Draw: 23/10 (3.30) – 30.3%
- Away: 7/4 (2.75) – 36.4%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Based on the odds given by the bookmaker, there is no clear favourite in this game. The Yellow Submarine are seen as the slight favourite with a 40% chance of winning at 2.50 odds. The Old Lady are close behind, given a 36.4% chance at 2.75 odds. The draw is set at 3.30, which equals a 30.3% chance.
Most recent head-to-head: Juventus edge record
There is not a long history of games between these two sides, with their last five encounters being limited to just three matches. The most recent meetings occurred during the Champions League knockout stages in 2022. The first leg ended in a 1-1 draw at Villarreal's home ground, followed by a decisive 3-0 victory for Juventus in the second leg.
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Villarreal preview: Key players to miss
Marcelino Garcia Toral’s team will be without several important players for this match. Gerard Moreno is doubtful with a hamstring injury and could miss out. Juan Foyth is sidelined by a muscle injury and is expected to return in mid-October 2025, while Ayoze Perez is also ruled out with a groin problem and has a similar recovery timeframe. Logan Costa and Pau Cabanes are both long-term absentees due to cruciate ligament injuries, with their return set for early April 2026. Willy Kambwala is also unavailable as he recovers from a hamstring issue. These injuries will force the manager to make adjustments and depend on the depth of his squad.
Predicted lineup: Junior (GK), Mourino, Cardona, Marin, Gueye, Veiga, Partey, Solomon, Mikautadze, Pepe & Akhomach
Last five fixtures
- 27.09.25 – Villarreal 1 – 0 Athletic Bilbao
- 23.09.25 – Sevilla 1 – 2 Villarreal
- 20.09.25 – Villarreal 2 – 1 Osasuna
- 16.09.25 – Tottenham 1 – 0 Villarreal
- 13.09.25 – Atlético Madrid 2 – 0 Villarreal
Juventus preview: Few players out of the clash
Igor Tudor’s team is battling with some injury problems, with a few players missing for this match. Chico Conceicao is sidelined with a muscle injury and is expected back in mid-October 2025.
Fabio Miretti is also ruled out with a thigh problem and has a similar return timeframe. Arkadiusz Milik is unavailable due to a shin injury, leaving the manager with fewer attacking options to choose from.
Predicted lineup: Di Gregorio (GK), Kelly, Bremer, Gatti, Kalulu, Adzic, Cambiaso, Thuram, Koopmeiners, Yildiz & Vlahovic
Last five fixtures
- 27.09.25 – Juventus 1 – 1 Atalanta
- 20.09.25 – Verona 1 – 1 Juventus
- 16.09.25 – Juventus 4 – 4 Dortmund
- 13.09.25 – Juventus 4 – 3 Inter
- 31.08.25 – Genoa 0 – 1 Juventus
Player to watch: Dusan Vlahovic
One key player to keep an eye on for Juventus is striker Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbian international has been in fine form recently, scoring four goals and providing one assist in his last five matches.
His finishing and ability to trouble defenders have played a big role in Juventus’ strong start to the season. Vlahovic is expected to be a constant danger for the Villarreal defence.