Villarreal vs RCD Espanyol: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 09 February

Villarreal

W W D L L

3rd place in Spanish La Liga

4-1

09/02/2026 16:00

RCD Espanyol

D L L W W

11th place in Spanish La Liga

Spanish La Liga

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Villarreal vs RCD Espanyol on 09 February 2026 (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 RCD Espanyol preview before placing your bet.

Villarreal will face RCD Espanyol in Spanish La Liga on February 9, 2026 at 16:00.
Villarreal are currently 3rd with 72 points after 38 matches.
RCD Espanyol sit 11th with 46 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.65.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

16:00

2026-02-09

Villarreal vs RCD Espanyol - Prediction & Odds

Villarreal

RCD Espanyol

2026-02-09 16:00

STANDINGS UP TO 09/02/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 FC Barcelona	94	38	31	1	6	95	36	59
02 Real Madrid	86	38	27	5	6	77	35	42
03 Villarreal	72	38	22	6	10	72	46	26
04 Atletico Madrid	69	38	21	6	11	62	44	18
05 Real Betis	60	38	15	15	8	59	48	11
06 Celta Vigo	54	38	14	12	12	53	48	5
07 Getafe	51	38	15	6	17	32	38	-6
08 Rayo Vallecano	50	38	12	14	12	41	44	-3
09 Valencia	49	38	13	10	15	46	55	-9
10 Real Sociedad	46	38	11	13	14	59	61	-2
11 RCD Espanyol	46	38	12	10	16	43	55	-12
12 Athletic Bilbao	45	38	13	6	19	43	58	-15
13 Sevilla	43	38	12	7	19	46	60	-14
14 Alaves	43	38	11	10	17	44	56	-12
15 Elche	43	38	10	13	15	49	57	-8
16 Levante	42	38	11	9	18	47	61	-14
17 Osasuna	42	38	11	9	18	44	50	-6
18 Mallorca	42	38	11	9	18	47	57	-10
19 Girona	41	38	9	14	15	39	55	-16
20 Real Oviedo	29	38	6	11	21	26	60	-34

Head To Head

08/11/2025 16:00

RCD Espanyol

0 - 2

Villarreal

SPA D1

27/04/2025 10:15

Villarreal

1 - 0

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

26/09/2024 13:00

RCD Espanyol

1 - 2

Villarreal

SPA D1

27/04/2023 13:30

Villarreal

4 - 2

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

09/11/2022 15:00

RCD Espanyol

0 - 1

Villarreal

SPA D1

27/02/2022 09:00

Villarreal

5 - 1

RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

RCD Espanyol

50%

Draw

Villarreal

50%

Villarreal Last 6 matches

31/01/2026 11:15

Osasuna 2 - 2 Villarreal

SPA D1

28/01/2026 16:00

Bayer Leverkusen 3 - 0 Villarreal

UEFA CL

24/01/2026 16:00

Villarreal 0 - 2 Real Madrid

SPA D1

20/01/2026 16:00

Villarreal 1 - 2 AFC Ajax

UEFA CL

17/01/2026 16:00

Real Betis 2 - 0 Villarreal

SPA D1

10/01/2026 11:15

Villarreal 3 - 1 Alaves

SPA D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches RCD Espanyol

30/01/2026 16:00

RCD Espanyol 1 - 2 Alaves

SPA D1

24/01/2026 11:15

Valencia 3 - 2 RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

16/01/2026 16:00

RCD Espanyol 0 - 2 Girona

SPA D1

11/01/2026 11:15

Levante 1 - 1 RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

03/01/2026 16:00

RCD Espanyol 0 - 2 FC Barcelona

SPA D1

22/12/2025 16:00

Athletic Bilbao 1 - 2 RCD Espanyol

SPA D1

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Spanish La Liga

Played games

Villarreal

RCD Espanyol

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.71

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.35

Scored

Avg. per game

1.13

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.43

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 49 matches

YesNo

37 (76%)12 (24%)

In last 49 matches

NoYes

30 (75%)10 (25%)

Villarreal

Recent matches

RCD Espanyol

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(75%)30 10(25%)

Under /Over

(38%)17 28(62%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(30%)12 28(70%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)20 20(50%)

/Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)23 17(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Villarreal

RCD Espanyol

Shots

Villarreal

Total shots

13.35 avg / game

Blocked

157 total

Avg. 3.27

RCD Espanyol

Total shots

12.67 avg / game

Blocked

128 total

Avg. 3.28

Villarreal Pass RCD Espanyol

Total passes

19673

Avg. 410 / game

Accurate

82%

Ball possession

45%

Total passes

13580

Avg. 348 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

43%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Villarreal

Played games

RCD Espanyol

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.20

Clean sheets

0.25

4.35

213

Corners

188

4.70

17.92

878

Throw-ins

739

18.48

1.88

Offsides

1.83

2.59

127

GK saves

133

3.33

Villarreal

DISCIPLINARY

RCD Espanyol

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.06

101

2.38

0.08

0.13

11.80

578

Fouls

546

13.65

10.04

492

Tackles

391

9.78

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Villarreal vs RCD Espanyol Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Villarreal vs RCD Espanyol on 09 February 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 Spanish La Liga 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 RCD Espanyol 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 RCD Espanyol'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.

Spanish La Liga 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 Spanish La Liga standings and the Spanish La Liga form table to understand exactly where Villarreal and RCD Espanyol sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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