In the final round of the Primera Division, fierce rivals for a place on the podium meet at the Estadio de la Cerámica. Villarreal and Atlético Madrid both have 69 points, and although the hosts are ahead of their visitors on additional points, it was the Madrid club that won the first meeting 2-0. Both teams enter this match in good attacking form, demonstrating high-scoring football, as evidenced by their high position in the table.
Despite the "mattress makers"' defensive style, recent head-to-head matches suggest there will be plenty of goals. Villarreal traditionally plays first fiddle at their home stadium, while Atlético, missing several key defenders (Jiménez and Molina) due to injuries, has become less reliable in front of goal. Considering that even a draw would be enough for the visitors to secure bronze, the "yellow submarine" will be forced to constantly attack, leaving open spaces.
We'll likely see open football with goals being exchanged. Villarreal has consistently scored in eight of their last 10 matches against this opponent, while Atlético has lost its usual impenetrability. Even with the possible absence of Gerard Moreno for the hosts, Villarreal's attack remains dangerous. In this game, betting on both teams to score looks the safest bet.
