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Celta Vigo Vs Villarreal Preview

Tournament: La Liga

Date: Sunday, 31 August

Kick-off time: 15:00 GMT

Venue: Balaidos

Celta Vigo welcome table toppers Villarreal in round three action of the La Liga on Sunday. This clash presents the chance for the home side to secure its first win of the season. Now, let's take a look at the Celta Vigo vs Villarreal Preview. Celta Vigo haven't made the best of a start, having failed to secure a win in their first three matches of the season. In the opening weekend, they suffered a 2-0 defeat against Getafe before drawing against Mallorca and Real Betis in the last two matches. Goal scoring has been a major problem for the team, having only managed to score two while conceding four. Hugo Alvarez leads the goalscoring chart with one goal, while Hugo Sotela provides the most assists with one. Villarreal, on the other hand, have made the best possible start, winning their opening two matches of the season in emphatic fashion, securing an impressive 2-0 win over Real Oviedo and then thrashing Girona with a 5-0 scoreline. While attacking, they have looked sharp, but it is their defensive play that has impressed after keeping two clean sheets in a row. Tajon Buchanan leads the goalscoring chart for them with three goals, while Nicolas Pepe provides the most assists with one.

Celta Vigo Team News

The good news for the home side is that they have all the players available for selection except one. The player of concern is Carl Starfelt, who is dealing with a muscle injury with his return schedule in early September. We expect them to start the same eleven that played a 1-1 draw against Real Betis, with the team looking more balanced.

Villarreal Team News

The Yellow Submarines, despite their impressive start to the new season, are missing several players at the moment. The injury list includes Ayoze Perez, Gerard Moreno, Logan Costa, Pau Cabanes, and Willy Kambwala. It's staggering to see that despite missing big players on the sidelines have still managed to get the results.

Celta Vigo Vs Villarreal Predicted Lineups

Celta Vigo predicted lineup (3-4-2-1):

Goalkeeper: Radu

Defenders: Rodriguez, Lago, Ristic

Midfielders: Mingueza, Sotelo, Moriba, Alvarez

Attackers: Duran, Swedberg, Iglesias

Villarreal predicted lineup (4-4-2):

Goalkeeper: Junior

Defenders: Mourino, Foyth, Marin, Cardona

Midfielders: Buchanan, Gueye, Comesana, Pino

Attackers: Pepe, Eyong

Celta Vigo Vs Villarreal H2H Record

In the last 24 meetings between the two sides, the visitors have a slightly better record, having registered 12 wins against the home team while drawing four and losing eight times against them. In the last meeting, Celta Vigo, however, emerged victorious, securing a 3-0 victory over them.

Key players to watch in Celta Vigo Vs Villarreal

Hugo Alvarez (Celta Vigo)

Another exciting prospect to emerge from the academy. Hugo Alvarez, after already showcasing his potential last season, has started the new season in brilliant form. He scored the goal in his first match for the club with a well-taken goal. Known for his wonderful left foot, he has the eye for the goal, can create, score, and help the team defensively by covering a lot of ground. Already being coveted by a lot of clubs, he remains the player to watch out for this season for Celta.

Tajon Buchanan (Villarreal)

The Canadian international has made an astonishing start to the new season, scoring three goals from the opening two matches. Buchanan was a menace against Girona in the last match as he scored a perfect hat-trick to already surpass last season's tally of three goal contributions after making 13 appearances. This season looks to be the breakthrough year for the former Club Brugge player, who was once dubbed the next big thing in Canadian football.

Celta Vigo Vs Villarreal Prediction

This will be another interesting match to watch as Celta Vigo, who are yet to secure their first win of the season, are set to battle against table toppers Villarreal, who have surprised everyone by making an excellent start. Considering the form and performance of both teams, we expect Villarreal to emerge victorious here and continue their winning run.

Predicted Score: Celta Vigo 1-2 Villarreal

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