Villarreal vs Anderlecht: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 March

Betiball's prediction for Villarreal vs Anderlecht on 16 March 2023 (kick-off: 16:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Villarreal vs Anderlecht preview before placing your bet.

Villarreal vs Anderlecht: Starting Lineups Time : 16/03/2023 16:00

Villarreal
0 - 1
Finished
Anderlecht
78' event Jorge Cuenca
72' event Nicolas Jackson / Gerard Moreno Balaguero
72' event Yeremi Pino / Jose Luis Morales Martin
59' event Giovani Lo Celso / Ramon Terrats Espacio
event 87' Mario Stroeykens / Francis Amuzu
event 82' Majeed Ashimeru
event 76' Kristian Malt Arnstad / Yari Verschaeren
event 73' Islam Slimani
event 70' Islam Slimani
event 66' Yari Verschaeren
event 63' Majeed Ashimeru / Lior Refaelov
event 63' Islam Slimani / Benito Raman
event 18' Michael Murillo
78' event Jorge Cuenca
event 87' Mario Stroeykens / Francis Amuzu
72' event Nicolas Jackson / Gerard Moreno Balaguero
event 82' Majeed Ashimeru
72' event Yeremi Pino / Jose Luis Morales Martin
event 76' Kristian Malt Arnstad / Yari Verschaeren
59' event Giovani Lo Celso / Ramon Terrats Espacio
event 73' Islam Slimani
event 70' Islam Slimani
event 66' Yari Verschaeren
event 63' Majeed Ashimeru / Lior Refaelov
event 63' Islam Slimani / Benito Raman
event 18' Michael Murillo
Villarreal Villarreal
Substitutions
#3 Raul Albiol Tortajada
#15 Nicolas Jackson
#35 Filip Jorgensen
#2 Francisco Femenia Far, Kiko
#17 Giovani Lo Celso
#12 Johan Andres Mojica Palacio
#43 Jorge Pascual
#24 Alfonso Pedraza Sag
#21 Yeremi Pino
#4 Pau Torres
#14 Manuel Trigueros Munoz
Villarreal Villarreal Anderlecht Anderlecht
23Shots12
6Shots on Goal3
20Fouls9
12Corner Kick5
10Free kick19
0Offside1
1Yellow card4
2Save9
9Successful Tackles4
3Interceptions13
17Shots off goal9
1Hit The Post0
7Head Success4
19Tackle19
14Dribbles11
21Throw-in13
529Passes320
109Attacks63
82Dangerous attacks46
7Corner Kicks(HT)2
Anderlecht Anderlecht
Substitutions
#24 Ishaq Abdulrazak
#32 Nilson David Angulo Ramirez
#61 Kristian Malt Arnstad
#18 Majeed Ashimeru
#26 Colin Coosemans
#71 Theo Leoni
#27 Noah Sadiki
#54 Killian Sardella
#13 Islam Slimani
#76 Lucas Stassin
#29 Mario Stroeykens
#30 Hendrik Van Crombrugge
Commentary
87' Anderlecht — substitution: Mario Stroeykens / Francis Amuzu
82' Majeed Ashimeru - Anderlecht receive a yellow card
78' Jorge Cuenca - Villarreal receive a yellow card
76' Anderlecht — substitution: Kristian Malt Arnstad / Yari Verschaeren
73' Goal! Islam Slimani - Anderlecht
72' Villarreal — substitution: Nicolas Jackson / Gerard Moreno Balaguero
72' Villarreal — substitution: Yeremi Pino / Jose Luis Morales Martin
70' Islam Slimani - Anderlecht receive a yellow card
66' Yari Verschaeren - Anderlecht receive a yellow card
63' Anderlecht — substitution: Majeed Ashimeru / Lior Refaelov
63' Anderlecht — substitution: Islam Slimani / Benito Raman
59' Villarreal — substitution: Giovani Lo Celso / Ramon Terrats Espacio
18' Michael Murillo - Anderlecht receive a yellow card

How We Build the Villarreal vs Anderlecht Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Villarreal vs Anderlecht on 16 March 2023 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.

Villarreal vs Anderlecht Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Villarreal's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Anderlecht'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 Villarreal and Anderlecht sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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