Spanish Primera 2018-19 – Villarreal vs Real Madrid Preview
AT A GLANCE
When does Villarreal vs Real Madrid kick off? Thursday 3rd January, 20:30 (UK)
Where is Villarreal vs Real Madrid being played? Estadio de la Cerámica
What television channel is Villarreal vs Real Madrid on? This match will not be televised live in the UK
Where can I stream Villarreal vs Real Madrid? Eleven Sports subscribers can stream the match online via the Eleven Sports website
Are tickets still available for Villarreal vs Real Madrid?
Real Madrid – https://www.realmadrid.com/en/tickets
THE TEAM NEWS
VILLARREAL
Predicted line-up (4-4-2): Sergio Asenjo; Layun, Alvaro Gonzalez, Victor Ruiz, Jaume Costa; Chukwueze, Caseres, Trigueros, Pablo Fornals; Bacca, Gerard Moreno
Unavailable: Bruno (Injured), Mario Gaspar (Suspended)
Doubtful: Miguelon Llambrich (Injured)
REAL MADRID
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Courtois; Dani Carvajal, Varane, Sergio Ramos, Marcelo; Casemiro, Kroos, Modric; Lucas Vazquez, Benzema, Bale
Unavailable: Llorente (Injured), Mariano Diaz (Injured), Marco Asensio (Injured)
Doubtful:
THE PREDICTION
Villarreal's league form suffered due to their Europa League commitments but they are a better team than their league position suggests. Real Madrid will be well rested however and know they cannot afford to lose any more ground on Barcelona so expect the visitors to take all three points.
