Real Madrid, fresh from their Champions League quarter-final qualification, will continue their La Liga campaign with a crucial match against Villarreal at Estadio de la Ceramica. Los Blancos are currently second in the La Liga table, level on points with leaders Barcelona, while Villarreal sit fifth, five points behind fourth-placed Athletic Bilbao in the race for a Champions League spot.
📅 Match Date: March 15, 2025
⏰ Nepali Time: 11:15 PM
🏟 Venue: Estadio de la Ceramica
Team Preview
Villarreal’s Performance
Villarreal have been an entertaining side this season, scoring 48 goals but conceding 36—the most in the top eight. Marcelino’s side suffered a shock 1-0 loss to Alaves in their last match, which ended their six-game unbeaten streak. However, they have been strong at home, losing only twice this season.
The Yellow Submarine have not finished fourth in La Liga since the 2015-16 season, and a win against Real Madrid would be a massive boost for their Champions League qualification hopes.
🔹 Last 6 La Liga Matches: D, W, W, D, W, L
Real Madrid’s Performance
Real Madrid come into this match after a penalty shootout victory over Atletico Madrid in the Champions League Round of 16. In La Liga, they secured a 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano last weekend, keeping them level on points with Barcelona.
Carlo Ancelotti’s men have not been at their best in recent games, struggling in multiple matches, but their squad depth and experience make them difficult to write off.
🔹 Last 6 La Liga Matches: L, D, D, W, L, W
Head-to-Head Record
🔹 Total Matches: 52
🔹 Real Madrid Wins: 30
🔹 Draws: 16
🔹 Villarreal Wins: 6
Key Stats
✅ Villarreal have only won 6 of their 52 matches against Real Madrid.
✅ The last encounter between these teams ended in a thrilling 4-4 draw.
✅ Real Madrid are unbeaten in their last five away La Liga matches.
Match Prediction
With both teams fighting for crucial points, this match is expected to be highly competitive. Villarreal are strong at home, but Real Madrid’s quality in attack gives them the edge.
🔮 Prediction: Villarreal 1-2 Real Madrid
Team News
Villarreal Team News
🚑 Injuries: Gerard Moreno, Ilias Akhomach
📋 Squad Update: Kiko Femenia remains a doubt, but no new injuries reported.
🔰 Villarreal Possible Starting XI:
Conde, Foyth, Kambwala, Costa, S Cardona, Pino, Gueye, Parejo, Baena, Barry, Perez
Real Madrid Team News
🚑 Injuries: Dani Carvajal, Eder Militao, Dani Ceballos, Jesus Vallejo, Ferland Mendy
📋 Squad Update: Fran Garcia expected to start at left-back, Lucas Vazquez likely to replace Carvajal.
⚪ Real Madrid Possible Starting XI:
Courtois, Vazquez, Asencio, Rudiger, F Garcia, Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham, Rodrygo, Mbappe, Vinicius
Where to Watch from Nepal
Fans in Nepal can watch the match live on:
✅ GXR WORLD
✅ Score808
✅ Epics Sports
