| Odds via Tonybet | |
|---|---|
| Villarreal vs Manchester City odds | Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 3:00 PM EDT |
| Villarreal odds | +359 |
| Manchester City odds | -137 |
| Draw | +309 |
| Both teams to score | Yes -157, No +257 |
Villarreal vs Manchester City Team News
Villarreal Team News
Villarreal surprisingly sit third in La Liga after dropping points against Real Betis (2-2) last Sunday. The Yellow Submarine were 2-0 up by the 64th minute, but Antony equalized for the visitors in additional time. The club have only lost two league matches, both against Madrid sides (Atlético and Real).
Players like Albert Moleiro, who struggled to adapt in the early weeks, have now fully integrated into the squad and contribute to the team’s playmaking. Against Betis, Gerard Moreno finally returned to the pitch after months out with injury. Though lacking sharpness, he demonstrated why he’s considered a leader in the final third: Villarreal don’t have another forward who’s as involved in the build-up and as clinical in the box.
In the Champions League, the Yellow Submarine have struggled to replicate their domestic form as they’ve drawn with Juventus and lost to Tottenham.
Logan Costa, Willy Kambwala, and Pau Cabanese De La Torre are sidelined with injuries, while Juan Foyth is awaiting medical clearance.
Villarreal predicted lineup vs Manchester City (4-4-2): Tenas; Cardona, Veiga, Marín, Mouriño; Buchanan, Gueye, Partey, Pépé; Mikautadze, Pérez.
Manchester City Team News
After a difficult start to the season, Manchester City sit second in the Premier League, only three points behind Arsenal. The team have only lost twice in eight matches – against Tottenham and Brighton in the first weeks of the season.
Man City defeated Everton 2-0 with ease, inspired by a brace from Erling Haaland in the second half. One of the key factors behind the Citizens’ improvement in recent weeks has been the signing of goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, whose shot-stopping ability has helped prevent more goals than his predecessors.
In the Champions League, City defeated Napoli 2-0, aided by a first-half red card. However, Pep Guardiola’s men dropped points against Monaco, despite another Haaland brace in the first half. The Citizens conceded a penalty in the 90th minute, converted by Eric Dier.
Rodri, Abdukodir Khusanov, and Rayan Aït-Nouri are sidelined with injuries, while Omar Marmoush is recovering and awaiting medical clearance.
Manchester City predicted lineup vs Villarreal (4-2-3-1): Donnarumma; O’Reilly, Gvardiol, Dias, Nunes; González; Doku, Foden, Reijnders, Silva; Haaland.
Villarreal vs Manchester City Main Match Info
- Date and Kickoff Time: Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 3:00 PM EDT
- Stadium: Estadio de la Cerámica
- Location: Vila-Real, Spain
- Last match: Villarreal 1:2 Manchester City (November 2, 2011, Champions League)
Villarreal vs Manchester City Prediction, Odds
- Prediction: Manchester City to win
- Odds: -137 (Tonybet)
- Correct score prediction: Villarreal 1-2 Manchester City
Villarreal often struggle against physically dominant strikers, such as Erling Haaland. With Foyth and Kambwala sidelined, the Yellow Submarine are without defenders capable of matching him in the air or in ground duels.
However, a crushing victory isn’t expected either, given that Manchester City often find it difficult to break down 4-4-2 counterattacking formations. Villarreal have demonstrated this season that they know how to be patient and wait for their opponents to overexpand, exploiting the spaces left behind. Despite that, the difference in individual quality tilts the game in Man City’s favour.
Villarreal vs Manchester City Betting Tip
- Pick: Erling Haaland to score
- Odds: -115 (Tonybet)
More than a collective problem, Villarreal face an individual issue: their two most physically strong defenders are unavailable, leaving the path free for Erling Haaland to dominate duels in the penalty box.
The Norwegian forward can also count on the support of Jeremy Doku and Bernardo Silva in the wings to distract defenders, increasing his chances of finding space in the box.
Haaland has already scored three times in two Champions League games and 11 in eight Premier League matches, demonstrating his dominance in front of goal.
Villarreal vs Manchester City: Where to Watch (Canada)
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