Atalanta BC - Villarreal CF prediction 09.12.2021 Champions League
Gameweek 6 in the Champions League will see the clash between Atalanta and Villarreal CF at Gewiss Stadium. Kick-off time is at 7:00 PM on Dec 9, 2021. In our preview of Atalanta vs. Villarreal CF we will provide you with all the important facts and stats for this Champions League fixture. Let’s start by having a look at the current form of the two teams involved.
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Amid a host of permutations in Group F, one thing is clear – the winner of this final UEFA Champions League (UCL) group stage clash between Atalanta and Villarreal will advance to the knockout stages. The final table is far from decided ahead of kick off. Atalanta need to win to claim second place while Villarreal need to draw, with the added caveat that Young Boys could even claim third should Atalanta lose here!
For maximume payout, we will focus on Betboro and Cyberbet for today’s betting tips.
ATALANTA
Encouragingly for Atalanta, they progressed from their UCL group in their only two prior appearances and they currently enjoy a ten-game unbeaten run (W6, D4) across all competitions after a great win at Napoli on Saturday.
Atalanta will still be on a high after scoring a last minute winner over Napoli last time out, securing their 10th unbeaten form in all competitions. Gasperini and his men have been clinical in their last 15 games, scoring at least 2 goals in 10 of these 15 matches in all competitions.
VILLARREAL
The Europa League champions could also finish 3rd in Group F and fall out of knockout spot competition all together if they don’t show up ready for a war. Hopefully, their manager may inspire confidence in the Villarreal ranks.
It hasn’t been such a fruitful time for Europa League holders Villarreal, who are winless in four of their last five matches (D1, L3). Despite that record, they are unlikely to roll over easily as they’ve lost just three of their last 25 European road trips (in 90 minutes), including two finals this year!
Interestingly, visiting manager Unai Emery has met his opposite number three times in Italian-Spanish encounters – both teams scored in all three and Emery is yet to lose (W2, D1).
Possible Line-Up
ATALANTA
- Musso
- Toloi
- Palomino
- Djimsiti
- Zappacosta
- de Roon
- Freuler
- Gosens
- Malinovsky
- Pessina
- Zapata
- COACH: Gian Piero Gasperini
- MISSING PLAYERS: Hateboer (foot injury)
VILLARREAL
- Rulli
- Foyth
- Albiol
- Torres
- Pedraza
- Parejo
- Capoue
- Trigueros
- Moreno
- Alcacer
- Dia
- COACH: Unai Emery
- MISSING PLAYERS: Danjuma (foot injury), Coquelin (injury), Pino (yellow cards)
Our Atalanta vs. Villarreal Betting Predictions
Considering the same two teams played out a four-goal thriller, many would be expecting a similar galore when they meet again. However, Atalanta are expected to have a pragmatic approach to this game as the Champions League spot remains on the line. as a result, we fancy Atalanta to avoid defeat even though both teams will score: DC 1X & BTTS @ 1.97 odds with Betboro.
Also, Atalanta are set to play their natural game, which involves creating plenty of chances. Unless there are problems in finishing off chances, the Serie A outfit will be expected to score at least 2 total match goals. While you are claiming your Cyberbet bonus, our second tip is Atalanta Over 1.5 Goals @ 1.74 odds with Cyberbet.
Performance
Atalanta performance of the last 5 home matches
Villarreal CF performance of the last 5 away matches
Current Standing
| POS | TEAM | PTS | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
1
|
Manchester United
|
11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 3 |
|
2
|
Villarreal CF
|
10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 12 | 9 | 3 |
|
3
|
Atalanta BC
|
6 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 2 | 12 | 13 | -1 |
|
4
|
BSC Young Boys
|
5 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 12 | -5 |
- Next round
- Europa League