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Villarreal vs Levante Predictions, Picks & Odds – 20/09/2026
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Villarreal sit 14th in La Liga on five points after a sluggish start to the campaign, and manager Iñigo Pérez faces mounting pressure to turn things around. Their 3-1 victory over Málaga on September 17 offered a timely confidence boost, with Pape Gueye scoring twice off the bench to earn a likely starting berth here. That said, a run of 21 consecutive matches without a clean sheet across all competitions remains a genuine concern at the Estadio de la Cerámica.
Levante occupy 15th place, level on points with their Valencian rivals, and arrive at this derby in patchy form. Their midweek fixture against Athletic Bilbao was postponed due to heavy rain, granting them extra recovery time. However, a 4-2 loss to FC Barcelona last time out exposed defensive frailties, and three successive away trips without scoring paint a worrying picture. Rediscovering their attacking rhythm on the road will be essential if they hope to take anything from this contest.
Villarreal's home win at 1.60 is the primary selection here. The Yellow Submarine have won all three recent meetings against Levante, including a commanding 5-1 victory in May and a 1-0 away triumph in February. That head-to-head dominance is difficult to overlook, particularly with Levante failing to score in three consecutive away outings. Pape Gueye's likely promotion to the starting lineup adds further firepower after his brace against Málaga.
The over 2.5 goals market at 1.46 also deserves serious consideration. Villarreal have conceded in 21 consecutive matches across all competitions, a staggering defensive vulnerability. Their recent 3-1 win over Málaga and Levante's 4-2 loss to Barcelona both confirm that neither side keeps things tight. Goals feel inevitable in this Valencian Community derby, where pride and proximity sharpen attacking intent.
Both teams to score at 1.56 rounds out the selections. While Levante's away scoring record looks bleak, Villarreal's inability to keep a clean sheet over 20 straight league fixtures provides a genuine opening. Levante's midweek postponement against Athletic Bilbao means fresher legs, and the derby atmosphere could spark a response from their forwards. Still, Villarreal's superior quality and home advantage should prove decisive.
Odds correct at time of publication.
Trends to Know about Villarreal vs Levante
- Villarreal won all three recent derbies
- Levante scoreless in three away trips
- Hosts conceded in 21 consecutive matches
Form & Statistics: Villarreal vs Levante
Villarreal
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Levante
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Lineups: Villarreal vs Levante
Villarreal
Starters
- 1 Gulacsi
- 2 Mouriño
- 3 Logan Costa
- 4 Renato Veiga
- 5 Carlos Romero
- 6 Pape Gueye
- 7 William Saliba
- 8 Alberto Moleiro
- 9 Nicolas Pépé
- 10 Georges Mikautadze
- 11 Gerard Moreno
Absent
- Sergi Cardona (injury)
- Daniel Thioune (suspended)
- Alfonso Pedraza (injury)
- Juan Foyth (Achilles injury)
- Santi Comesana (Ankle injury)
- Raúl Albiol (Suspension)
Levante
Starters
- 1 Mathew Ryan
- 2 Nacho Pérez
- 3 Adrián Dela
- 4 Aïssa Mandi
- 5 Manu Sánchez
- 6 Jon Olasagasti
- 7 Oriol Rey
- 8 Enzo Bardeli
- 9 Roger Brugué
- 10 Iván Romero
- 11 Thiago Fernández
Absent
- Unai Elgezabal (injury)
- Karl Etta Eyong (Thigh problem)
- Alejandro Primo (Shoulder injury)
- Hugo Sotelo (Knee injury)
Medium confidence
A mirror-image 4-3-3 vs 4-3-3 sets up a fascinating tactical contest at Estadio de la Cerámica. Both sides share the same structural blueprint, so the battle in the central midfield trio will likely be decisive in determining which team controls the tempo.
For Villarreal, Georges Mikautadze leads the attack as the focal point, with Gerard Moreno offering experienced support on the flanks. Levante's shape looks equally compact, and with both lineups sourced from the same outlet at similar confidence levels, the tactical picture is clear heading into Sunday's clash.
Villarreal vs Levante: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Villarreal vs Levante Match?
What time is Villarreal vs Levante?
Villarreal host Levante at the Estadio de la Cerámica on 20 September 2026, kicking off at 17:30 local time.
Where is Villarreal vs Levante being played?
This Valencian Community derby takes place at the Estadio de la Cerámica, Villarreal's home ground.
How Can I Watch Villarreal vs Levante on TV and Live Stream?
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