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Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal Prediction

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Leverkusen

€429.25m

28 Jan15:00
3 : 0

Villarreal

€247.30m

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Leverkusen vs Villarreal Prediction UEFA Champions League

Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal Prediction: Stats, Odds & Betting Tips

The stage is set for an intriguing UEFA Champions League night as Bayer Leverkusen welcome Villarreal to the BayArena on January 28, 2026, at 20:00 GMT. If you’re searching for the best Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal prediction, this preview breaks down the latest stats, betting odds, and team news—making it easy for both sports betting newbies and seasoned punters to make sense of the numbers.

Head to Head, Form, and Tactics: What the Stats Say

Let’s start with a little history. This is the first time these two sides meet in the Champions League, but they’ve crossed paths four times in the Europa League, where Villarreal have been a real thorn in Leverkusen’s side—three wins and a draw for the Spanish outfit. But as football fans know, history doesn’t always repeat itself, especially when the stakes are this high and the squads have changed.

  • Bayer Leverkusen (aka Leverkusen) sit 20th in the Champions League league phase with 9 points. Their campaign has been a rollercoaster: two wins (including a stunning 2-0 win away at Manchester City), three draws, and two defeats. At home, they’ve been tough to break down, especially against Spanish sides—five wins and a draw in their last six such matches.
  • Villarreal (often called Villarreal in Spain and beyond) have had a rough ride. They’re languishing in 35th with just 1 point, their only bright spot a home draw with Juventus. Six defeats, including losses to Borussia Dortmund, Tottenham, and Manchester City, have already ended their knockout stage hopes.
  • Market value tells a story too: Leverkusen’s squad is worth €5.2.25m, almost double Villarreal’s €247.30m. Money doesn’t guarantee results, but it often helps!

Tactically, Leverkusen under Kasper Hjulmand (appointed late 2023) have focused on possession and quick transitions. Expect them to dominate the ball—our projections suggest a whopping 78% possession for the home team. Villarreal, meanwhile, are likely to sit deep and try to hit on the break, but their recent away record in Germany isn’t inspiring: no wins in their last five European trips.

Recent News, Injuries & Players to Watch

  • Leverkusen are missing key men Mark Flekken and Nathan Tella, both out for several weeks, and defender Edmond Tapsoba is also sidelined. Recent Bundesliga form has been mixed, with defeats to Stuttgart and Hoffenheim, and a weather-postponed clash with Hamburg.
  • Villarreal have had their own ups and downs—recent LaLiga wins over Alaves and Elche, but losses to Ajax and Real Betis have dented morale. Dani Parejo, usually their midfield maestro, has yet to register a goal or assist in Europe this season.
  • For Leverkusen, keep an eye on Alejandro Grimaldo (3 goals, 4 shots on target) and Patrik Schick (0.70 goals per 90 minutes). For Villarreal, Luiz Junior has only made 1 save in Europe—he’ll likely be busier in this one.

AI-Driven Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal Prediction & Betting Odds

Now, let’s get to the heart of the matter: the Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal prediction powered by our AI analysis, betting odds, and all those juicy stats you love.

  • Sports betting odds put Leverkusen as clear favorites at 1.754 for the home win, 4.25 for the draw, and 5.2 for a Villarreal upset. The standout pick? A home win (1) with a confidence level of 5.2.50.
  • Our AI expects a low-scoring affair, predicting under 3.5 goals (odds of 1.754, confidence 1.4/10). The final scoreline? 1-0 to Leverkusen, with a goalless first half likely as Villarreal try to frustrate their hosts.
  • Expect Leverkusen to fire in 17 shots (5 on target), while Villarreal may manage just 7 (with only 1 testing the keeper). Corners should be plentiful—9 for Leverkusen, 3 for Villarreal—so corner markets might be worth a look for bettors.
  • Discipline shouldn’t be a big issue: 1 yellow card each is the AI’s best guess.

The stats and head to head history suggest Leverkusen have never beaten Villarreal, but with the Spanish side’s poor form and nothing left to play for, this could finally be the night for Die Werkself. Villarreal’s away woes in Germany and Leverkusen’s strong home record against Spanish teams only strengthen the case for a home win.

Final Thoughts: Betting Tips & What to Expect

To wrap up our Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal prediction:

  1. Home win (1) at 1.754 is the top pick—Leverkusen should have too much quality and motivation.
  2. Under 3.5 goals is a solid shout, given both teams’ recent scoring records and Villarreal’s likely defensive approach.
  3. If you’re feeling adventurous, a 1-0 correct score bet could offer value.

In summary, all signs point to a tight but ultimately successful night for Leverkusen. If you’re betting, keep an eye on the odds and consider the stats—but as always in football, expect the unexpected. Good luck, and enjoy the match!

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Best Tip

The best betting football prediction for Leverkusen vs Villarreal

1 -133

Leverkusen is expected to win with odds of -133
5/10

1x2 Tip

1 -133

Leverkusen is expected to win with odds of -133
5/10

Total Goals

Under 3.5 -161

No more than 3 goals will be scored in the match
1/10

Both Teams To Score

No 140

At least one team is not expected to score
1/10

Bet Builder Tip

1X&U5.5 -263

Home win/draw and under 5.5 goals
3/10
Both Teams To Score

Half-Time Score

0:0

Correct Score

1:0

Stats Predictions

2.04
xG
1.06
78%
Ball Possession
22%
17
Total Shots
7
5
Shots on Goal
1
7
Shots Off Goal
2
9
Corners
3
1
Yellow Cards
1

Average / Match

1.55
Expected Goals
1.72
2.5
Total Goals
2.9
1.1
Goals Scored
1.3
1.4
Goals Against
1.6
57%
Possession
50%
14.2
Total Shots
16.5
4.5
Shots on Goal
5.2
5.7
Shots off Goal
6.8
8.5
Fouls
13.1
7
Corners
7.8
1.4
Offsides
2.9
2.33
Yellow Cards
2.5
573
Total Passes
407

Overview Last 10 Matches

4
Wins
3
7
Over 1.5 Goals
10
4
Over 2.5 Goals
5
3
Over 3.5 Goals
3
4
Both Teams Scored
6
0
Unexpected Wins
0
0
Unexpected Loses
2

Head to Head

Bayer Leverkusen
0 - 1 - 1
Villarreal
Bayer Leverkusen Leverkusen 17-Mar-16
0:0
 Villarreal Villarreal
Villarreal Villarreal 10-Mar-16
2:0
 Leverkusen Bayer Leverkusen

Profile time Recent Matches of Leverkusen

31 Jan Frankfurt Frankfurt.
-
 Leverkusen. Leverkusen
28 JanW Leverkusen Leverkusen.
3:0
 Villarreal. Villarreal
24 JanW Leverkusen Leverkusen.
1:0
 Werder Bre. Werder Bremen
20 JanL Olympiakos Olympiakos.
2:0
 Leverkusen. Leverkusen
17 JanL Hoffenheim Hoffenheim.
1:0
 Leverkusen. Leverkusen
10 JanL Leverkusen Leverkusen.
1:4
 Stuttgart. Stuttgart
20 DecW RB Leipzig RB Leipzig.
1:3
 Leverkusen. Leverkusen
13 DecW Leverkusen Leverkusen.
2:0
 1. FC Koln. 1. FC Koln
10 DecD Leverkusen Leverkusen.
2:2
 Newcastle. Newcastle
06 DecL Augsburg Augsburg.
2:0
 Leverkusen. Leverkusen

Profile time Recent Matches of Villarreal

28 JanLLeverkusen Leverkusen.
3:0
Villarreal.Villarreal
24 JanLVillarreal Villarreal.
0:2
Real Madri.Real Madrid
20 JanLVillarreal Villarreal.
1:2
Ajax.Ajax
17 JanLBetis Betis.
2:0
Villarreal.Villarreal
10 JanWVillarreal Villarreal.
3:1
Alaves.Alaves
03 JanWElche Elche.
1:3
Villarreal.Villarreal
21 DecLVillarreal Villarreal.
0:2
Barcelona.Barcelona
17 DecLRacing S Racing S.
2:1
Villarreal.Villarreal
10 DecLVillarreal Villarreal.
2:3
FC Copenha.FC Copenhagen
06 DecWVillarreal Villarreal.
2:0
Getafe.Getafe

World - UEFA Champions League World - UEFA Champions League

Team Matches Goals Points
1 Arsenal Arsenal7
20-2
21
2 Bayern München Bayern7
20-7
18
3 Real Madrid Real Madrid7
19-8
15
4 Liverpool Liverpool7
14-8
15
5 Tottenham Tottenham7
15-7
14
6 Paris Saint Germain Paris Saint7
20-10
13
7 Newcastle Newcastle7
16-6
13
8 Chelsea Chelsea7
14-8
13
9 Barcelona Barcelona7
18-13
13
10 Sporting CP Sporting CP7
14-9
13
11 Manchester City Manchester7
13-9
13
12 Atletico Madrid Atletico7
16-13
13
13 Atalanta Atalanta7
10-9
13
14 Inter Inter7
13-7
12
15 Juventus Juventus7
14-10
12
16 Borussia Dortmund Borussia7
19-15
11
17 Galatasaray Galatasaray7
9-9
10
18 Qarabag Qarabag7
13-15
10
19 Marseille Marseille7
11-11
9
20 Bayer Leverkusen Bayer7
10-14
9
21 Monaco Monaco7
8-14
9
22 PSV Eindhoven PSV Eindhoven7
15-14
8
23 Athletic Club Athletic Club7
7-11
8
24 Olympiakos Piraeus Olympiakos7
8-13
8
25 Napoli Napoli7
7-12
8
26 FC Copenhagen FC Copenhagen7
11-17
8
27 Club Brugge KV Club Brugge KV7
12-17
7
28 Bodo/Glimt Bodo/Glimt7
12-14
6
29 Benfica Benfica7
6-10
6
30 Pafos Pafos7
4-10
6
31 Union St. Gilloise Union St.7
7-17
6
32 Ajax Ajax7
7-19
6
33 Eintracht Frankfurt Eintracht7
10-19
4
34 Slavia Praha Slavia Praha7
4-15
3
35 Villarreal Villarreal7
5-15
1
36 Kairat Almaty Kairat Almaty7
5-19
1
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