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 are currently 3rd with 72 points after 38 matches.
RCD Espanyol sit 11th with 46 points from 38 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Villarreal to win with probability 55%.
Head-to-head history favors Villarreal, who have won 6 of the last 6 meetings. RCD Espanyol have no wins, while 0 matches ended in draws.

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

Villarreal

100%

Draw

RCD Espanyol

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

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Goals

Scored

281

Avg. per game

0.94

Conceded

219

Avg. per game

0.73

Scored

229

Avg. per game

0.78

Conceded

188

Avg. per game

0.64

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 300 matches

YesNo

179 (60%)121 (40%)

In last 300 matches

NoYes

169 (57%)125 (43%)

Villarreal

Recent matches

RCD Espanyol

Under /Over

(91%)41 4(9%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(36%)16 29(64%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

/Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(58%)26 19(42%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Villarreal

RCD Espanyol

Shots

Villarreal

Total shots

12.46 avg / game

Blocked

743 total

Avg. 3.14

RCD Espanyol

Total shots

11.02 avg / game

Blocked

535 total

Avg. 2.96

Villarreal Pass RCD Espanyol

Total passes

114264

Avg. 455 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

75519

Avg. 370 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

47%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Villarreal

300

Played games

RCD Espanyol

294

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.33

4.58

1373

Corners

1346

4.58

14.32

4295

Throw-ins

2836

9.65

1.87

561

Offsides

453

1.54

2.53

758

GK saves

728

2.48

Villarreal

DISCIPLINARY

RCD Espanyol

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.09

627

659

2.24

0.10

0.11

10.58

3173

Fouls

3331

11.33

11.68

3504

Tackles

3013

10.25

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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

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Spanish La Liga predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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