Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 January

Betiball's prediction for Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal on 28 January 2026 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal preview before placing your bet.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal: Starting Lineups Time : 28/01/2026 16:00

Bayer Leverkusen
3 - 0
Finished
Villarreal
89' event Edmond Tapsoba / Alex Grimaldo
70' event Exequiel Palacios / Aleix Garcia Serrano
70' event Ernest Poku / Ibrahim Maza
62' event Arthur Augusto de Matos Soares / Lucas Vazquez Iglesias
62' event Christian Michel Kofane / Patrik Schick
57' event Alex Grimaldo
35' event Malik Tillman
12' event Malik Tillman
event 82' Pape Alassane Gueye / Santi Comesana
event 69' Daniel Budesca / Nicolas Pepe
event 65' Daniel Parejo Munoz,Parejo / Alassane Diatta
event 56' Nicolas Pepe
event 52' Rafa Marin
event 46' Hugo Lopez / Tajon Buchanan
event 46' Georges Mikautadze / Thomas Partey
event 45+1' Pau Navarro Badenes
89' event Edmond Tapsoba / Alex Grimaldo
event 82' Pape Alassane Gueye / Santi Comesana
70' event Exequiel Palacios / Aleix Garcia Serrano
event 69' Daniel Budesca / Nicolas Pepe
70' event Ernest Poku / Ibrahim Maza
event 65' Daniel Parejo Munoz,Parejo / Alassane Diatta
62' event Arthur Augusto de Matos Soares / Lucas Vazquez Iglesias
event 56' Nicolas Pepe
62' event Christian Michel Kofane / Patrik Schick
event 52' Rafa Marin
57' event Alex Grimaldo
event 46' Hugo Lopez / Tajon Buchanan
35' event Malik Tillman
event 46' Georges Mikautadze / Thomas Partey
12' event Malik Tillman
event 45+1' Pau Navarro Badenes
Bayer Leverkusen Bayer Leverkusen
Substitutions
#25 Exequiel Palacios
#12 Edmond Tapsoba
#35 Christian Michel Kofane
#19 Ernest Poku
#13 Arthur Augusto de Matos Soares
#42 Montrell Culbreath
#36 Niklas Lomb
#18 Jonas Omlin
#16 Axel Tape-Kobrissa
Bayer Leverkusen Bayer Leverkusen Villarreal Villarreal
15Shots5
7Shots on Goal2
7Fouls15
4Corner Kick1
8Free kick2
0Offside2
0Yellow card3
13Aerial15
0Save3
11Successful Tackles12
8Interceptions11
21Long pass10
2Assist0
3Successful center0
5Substitution5
5Shots off goal2
1Hit The Post0
8Head Success6
3Blocked1
6Tackle6
8Dribbles1
7Throw-in9
366Passes209
128Attacks62
80Dangerous attacks27
1Corner Kicks(HT)0
2BigChances0
1BigChancesMissed0
8ShotsInsideBox1
3ShotsOutsideBox1
27DuelsWon16
2.03ExpectedGoals0.25
2.01xGOpenPlay0.17
2.03xGNonPenalty0.25
1.93xGOT0.24
43Touches In Opposition Box4
14AccurateCrosses5
41GroundDuelsWon33
8AerialDuelsWon6
10Clearances17
Villarreal Villarreal
Substitutions
#9 Georges Mikautadze
#18 Pape Alassane Gueye
#32 Hugo Lopez
#30 Daniel Budesca
#10 Daniel Parejo Munoz,Parejo
#1 Luiz Júnior
#20 Alberto Moleiro
#13 Diego Conde
#24 Alfonso Pedraza Sag
#7 Gerard Moreno Balaguero
Commentary
89' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Edmond Tapsoba / Alex Grimaldo
82' Villarreal — substitution: Pape Alassane Gueye / Santi Comesana
70' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Exequiel Palacios / Aleix Garcia Serrano
70' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Ernest Poku / Ibrahim Maza
69' Villarreal — substitution: Daniel Budesca / Nicolas Pepe
65' Villarreal — substitution: Daniel Parejo Munoz,Parejo / Alassane Diatta
62' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Arthur Augusto de Matos Soares / Lucas Vazquez Iglesias
62' Bayer Leverkusen — substitution: Christian Michel Kofane / Patrik Schick
57' Goal! Alex Grimaldo - Bayer Leverkusen
56' Nicolas Pepe - Villarreal receive a yellow card
52' Rafa Marin - Villarreal receive a yellow card
46' Villarreal — substitution: Hugo Lopez / Tajon Buchanan
46' Villarreal — substitution: Georges Mikautadze / Thomas Partey
45+1' Pau Navarro Badenes - Villarreal receive a yellow card
35' Goal! Malik Tillman - Bayer Leverkusen
12' Goal! Malik Tillman - Bayer Leverkusen

How We Build the Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal on 28 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Bayer Leverkusen vs Villarreal Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Bayer Leverkusen's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Villarreal's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Bayer Leverkusen and Villarreal sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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