Villarreal vs Juventus: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Bwin's detailed preview for Villarreal vs Juventus in the Champions League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Villarreal vs Juventus

• Date: Wednesday, 01 October 2025

• Kick-off: 20:00 BST

• Venue: Estadio de la Cerámica

Match Prediction: Villarreal 1-0 Juventus

Villarreal, coming off a narrow defeat to Tottenham, will look to exploit their home advantage against Juventus. Their recent performance suggests a disciplined approach, likely focusing on counterattacks led by Mikautadze and Pépé. 

Juventus, after a thrilling draw against Borussia Dortmund, might struggle to maintain their high-scoring form away from home. The Italian side's defence could be vulnerable, especially if they continue to push forward aggressively, leaving spaces for Villarreal to exploit.

The match could hinge on Juventus's ability to adapt their attacking style to a more cautious approach. Villarreal's solid defensive display against Tottenham indicates they can hold firm, potentially frustrating Juventus's forwards. 

Expect a closely contested game where Villarreal's home advantage and recent tactical discipline could be decisive.

Villarreal's recent loss to Tottenham was by a single goal, showcasing their ability to compete against strong opposition. Their disciplined performance suggests they can maintain a solid defensive structure, which will be crucial against Juventus. 

The team's focus on counter-attacks could be effective, especially with players like Mikautadze and Pépé leading the charge. This approach might help them secure a positive result at home.

Recent Champions League Results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Tottenham Hotspur (A)

Juventus's recent 4-4 draw with Borussia Dortmund highlights both their attacking prowess and defensive vulnerabilities. This high-scoring game indicates they might struggle to maintain a tight defence, particularly away from home. 

Their approach against Villarreal will likely need to be more balanced, focusing on both attack and defence. The team's ability to adapt their style could determine their success in this match.

Recent Champions League Results:

• Draw: 4-4 vs Borussia Dortmund (H)

In their most recent Champions League encounters, Villarreal has had the upper hand against Juventus. The Spanish side secured a convincing 3-0 victory in their last meeting on March 16, 2022, while the previous match ended in a 1-1 draw on February 22, 2022. 

This head-to-head record suggests Villarreal could have the psychological edge going into this match.

Recent Champions League Results

• Juventus 0-3 Villarreal (16 Mar 2022)

• Villarreal 1-1 Juventus (22 Feb 2022)

• Pau Cabanes (Knee) - Out

• Santi Comesaña (Muscle) - Out

• Ayoze Pérez (Groin) - Out

• Juan Foyth (Muscle) - Out

• Gerard Moreno (Hamstring) - Out

• Logan Costa (Knee) - Out

• Ilias Akhomach (Knee) - Doubt

• Willy Kambwala (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Arkadiusz Milik (Unknown Injury) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Júnior, Mouriño, Veiga, Marin, Cardona, Moleiro, Gueye, Partey, Buchanan, Pépé, Mikautadze

Villarreal's predicted lineup suggests a focus on maintaining a solid defensive structure while relying on the speed and skill of Mikautadze and Pépé for counter-attacks. Their recent form indicates they can effectively implement this strategy against Juventus.

• Predicted lineup: Di Gregorio, Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Cambiaso, Thuram, Koopmeiners, Mário, David, Yıldız, Openda

Juventus's predicted lineup points to a continued emphasis on attacking play, with David and Openda likely to lead the charge. However, their recent defensive performance suggests they need to be more cautious to avoid being exploited by Villarreal's counterattacks.

• Mikautadze vs Bremer: This duel will see Villarreal's forward Mikautadze test Juventus's defender Bremer, potentially exploiting any defensive lapses.

• Gueye vs Thuram: Villarreal's midfielder Gueye will need to control the midfield against Juventus's dynamic midfielder Thuram, who can influence the game's tempo.

• Pépé (Villarreal): Pépé's creativity and ability to unlock defences make him a crucial player for Villarreal, especially in counter-attacking situations.

• David (Juventus): David's goal-scoring prowess and ability to lead Juventus's attack make him a key player to watch, particularly if they aim to break down Villarreal's defence.

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