Villarreal vs Celta Vigo Preview at 02:00 on April 27, La Liga Round 33

Villarreal vs Celta Vigo Preview (02:00, April 27). Prediction, expected lineup, expert analysis for the match between Villarreal and Celta Vigo in Round 33 of the Spanish National Championship (La Liga) 2025/26.

Villarreal vs Celta Vigo Preview

Villarreal holds a significant advantage in the race for a Champions League spot next season. Despite a disappointing European campaign (finishing 35th in the Champions League League Phase), domestically, the "Yellow Submarine" is soaring high in 3rd place with 62 points. A 13-point gap from 5th-placed Real Betis means Marcelino's squad has almost secured a return to Europe's most prestigious competition.

The Ceramica home ground has been a true fortress for Villarreal this season, with 37 points accumulated from 15 matches and only 13 goals conceded. Their stable play and the brilliance of players like Georges Mikautadze make Villarreal one of the toughest teams to beat currently. Despite a surprising draw with Real Oviedo, their quality and focus on the top 3 goal mean Villarreal will certainly aim for a win to solidify their position.

In contrast, Celta Vigo is experiencing a crisis at the most crucial stage of the season. Their elimination by Freiburg in the Europa League quarter-finals appears to have heavily impacted the team's morale under coach Claudio Giraldez. The Galician side has suffered 4 consecutive losses across all competitions and has only won once in their last 6 matches.

Currently 7th with 44 points (equal to 6th-placed Getafe), Celta's hope for a European cup spot next season remains intact but is seriously threatened. A rare positive for Celta Vigo is their impressive away form, boasting the 3rd-best away record in the league (27 points from 16 matches). However, facing a Villarreal that is extremely stable at home, this trip is predicted to be "more trouble than gain" for the visitors from Vigo.

Squad Status for Villarreal vs Celta Vigo

Villarreal: Juan Foyth, Pau Cabanes, and Logan Costa continue to be absent due to injuries. Santiago Mourino's availability remains uncertain. However, the hosts welcome the crucial return of midfielder Santi Comesana after suspension. Top scorer Georges Mikautadze (11 goals) will continue to be the most dangerous attacking threat.

Celta Vigo: Miguel Roman has officially ended his season due to injury. Defender Carl Starfelt requires last-minute medical assessment. Good news for the visitors is that main striker Borja Iglesias, along with Oscar Mingueza and Williot Swedberg, are expected to return to the starting lineup after being partially rested in the match against Barcelona.

Expected Lineup for Villarreal vs Celta Vigo

Villarreal (4-4-2): Junior; Freeman, Navarro, Veiga, Pedraza; Pepe, Gueye, Comesana, Moleiro; G Moreno, Mikautadze.

Celta Vigo (3-4-3): Radu; Alonso, Aidoo, Rodriguez; Nunez, Sotelo, Vecino, Mingueza; Lopez, Iglesias, Swedberg.

Head-to-head History and Form of Villarreal vs Celta Vigo

Villarreal's Form

24/04/26: Real Oviedo 1-1 Villarreal (La Liga)

13/04/26: Athletic Bilbao 1-2 Villarreal (La Liga)

07/04/26: Girona 1-0 Villarreal (La Liga)

21/03/26: Villarreal 3-1 Real Sociedad (La Liga)

14/03/26: Alaves 1-1 Villarreal (La Liga)

Celta Vigo's Form

23/04/26: Barcelona 1-0 Celta Vigo (La Liga)

16/04/26: Celta Vigo 1-3 Freiburg (Europa League)

12/04/26: Celta Vigo 0-3 Real Oviedo (La Liga)

10/04/26: Freiburg 3-0 Celta Vigo (Europa League)

05/04/26: Valencia 2-3 Celta Vigo (La Liga)

Head-to-head History Villarreal vs Celta Vigo

31/08/25: Celta Vigo 1-1 Villarreal

24/04/25: Celta Vigo 3-0 Villarreal

27/08/24: Villarreal 4-3 Celta Vigo

05/05/24: Celta Vigo 3-2 Villarreal

21/12/23: Villarreal 3-2 Celta Vigo

Prediction for Villarreal vs Celta Vigo

This is a match between a very strong home team and a visitor with impressive away results. However, their completely contrasting recent form is the decisive factor. While Villarreal is steadily advancing towards their goal, Celta Vigo shows signs of fatigue and loss of direction. The attacking power at Ceramica and the return of Comesana will help the "Yellow Submarine" sink a struggling Celta.

Predicted Score: Villarreal 2-1 Celta Vigo