Real Madrid are heavily favored to win against Villarreal with moneyline odds of 1.70, reflecting their superior position as second-place leaders in LaLiga with 48 points compared to Villarreal's 41 points. Real Madrid have demonstrated consistent form with 15 wins in 20 matches and a goal differential of +26, while Villarreal struggle in attack despite their defensive strength, having scored only 37 goals this season with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match kicks off at 8:00 PM UTC on January 24, 2026, which corresponds to 3:00 PM CET (Central European Time) or 9:00 AM EST for North American viewers.

The match will be played at Estadio Santiago Bernabéu in Madrid, Spain, one of Europe's most iconic stadiums with a capacity of over 81,000 seats and a rich history as Real Madrid's home ground.

Real Madrid are predicted to secure victory with odds favoring them significantly over Villarreal, who have struggled against top-tier opposition this season. Real Madrid's attacking prowess with 43 goals scored and their defensive solidity make them strong contenders, while Villarreal's recent form shows they have lost all three meetings against the LaLiga big three, including a 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid in October.

In their recent head-to-head encounters, Real Madrid defeated Villarreal 3-1 in October 2025, demonstrating their dominance in direct matchups. Historically, Real Madrid maintain a superior record against Villarreal, and this trend is expected to continue given Real Madrid's current league position and Villarreal's offensive limitations despite their defensive organization.