Levante vs Villarreal Prediction and Betting Tips for the LaLiga, scheduled for Wednesday, February 18, 2026, at 19:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on Premier Sports 1 and ESPN from the Estadi Ciutat de València in Valencia. Check out the latest Spain La Liga Predictions here.
The hosts are in a desperate state having lost five consecutive matches while picking up zero points lately. Meanwhile, the Yellow Submarine arrives with immense momentum after securing five wins from their last five outings. It looks like a massive mismatch between nineteenth and third in the current standings.
Levante vs Villarreal Key Facts and Stats
Levante has failed to score in three of their last five fixtures in the league.
Villarreal is currently on an impressive seven game unbeaten streak across all competitions recently.
The home side has managed only four wins in twenty three games this season so far.
Both teams have seen over 2.5 goals in 55 percent of their league matches.
Villarreal has kept three clean sheets in their last five outings showing great defensive stability.
The visitors have scored at least once in their previous eleven matches in a row.
High 91% frequency of matches with over 1.5 goals scored.
Disciplined defensive play with only 11.91 fouls committed per game.
Attractive style of football with 64% of home games seeing BTTS.
Moderate attacking threat with 11.55 shots taken per home match.
- Levante's Weaknesses
Worst home record in the league with 0.64 points per game.
Weakest defensive line conceding 2.0 goals per game at home.
Poor corner management allowing 5.73 conceded per match at home.
League Position
3
+ Villarreal's Strengths
Third best away attack with 1.55 goals scored per match.
Strong travel form ranked fourth in the league for away PPG.
Maximum reliability with 100% of away games featuring over 1.5 goals.
Solid tactical discipline conceding only 4.73 corners per away match.
- Villarreal's Weaknesses
Aggressive style leading to 3.36 average cards received per game.
Lowest corner production in away matches with only 2.82 won.
Match Preview
Luís Castro is facing a real crisis as his side sits nineteenth in the table. They are missing Kevin Arriaga due to suspension which leaves a hole in midfield. Adrián De La Fuente will need to be sharp as he leads the back line tonight.
Carlos Álvarez is a key creative spark in the projected 4-2-3-1 system for the hosts. He currently averages 0.16 goals per 90 minutes and will be vital for providing service. However, the team has not found the back of the net in three matches.
Iván Romero is expected to lead the line and has four goals this season so far. He averages 0.23 goals per 90 minutes and needs to improve his clinical edge. Without a turnaround in form, Levante looks destined for a difficult evening.
Marcelino has his team flying high in third place and they look very comfortable on the road. They are missing star man Gerard Moreno due to injury which is a blow. Even so, the squad depth is impressive enough to maintain standards.
Tajon Buchanan is expected to start in midfield and he has been quite productive this term. He has five goals and will likely be a constant threat down the wing. His average of 0.47 cards per 90 minutes shows he is aggressive.
This game feels like a perfect opportunity for the visitors to cement their top three spot. Given the current form of both sides, it is hard to see anything but an away win. We expect a controlled game for our Spain La Liga Predictions.
Villarreal is facing a challenging period on the road, having failed to win any of their last three away matches in LaLiga. Following a recent 2-1 defeat against Getafe, Marcelino’s side has now gone over a year without such a poor away streak. Their last victory away from La Cerámica occurred in early January against Elche, highlighting a sudden dip in form during recent travels.
O. Rey, U. Vencedor K. Tunde, C. Álvarez, I. Romero
FW
E. Eyong
OUT
U. Raghouber(OUT),
P. Martínez(QUES),
R. Brugué(OUT),
K. Arriaga(OUT)
Villarreal (4-4-2)
Marcelino
GK
L. Júnior
DF
S. Mouriño, P. Navarro, R. Veiga, A. Pedraza
MF
T. Buchanan, P. Gueye, D. Parejo, H. Lopez
FW
N. Pépé, T. Oluwaseyi
OUT
G. Moreno(OUT),
A. Moleiro(OUT),
W. Kambwala(QUES),
L. Costa(OUT),
P. Cabanes(OUT),
J. Foyth(OUT),
A. González(OUT),
T. Partey(QUES),
S. Cardona(OUT)
Prediction
Under 26.5 Shots @1.65
Levante averages 11.55 shots at home while Villarreal manages only 9.27 on the road. These numbers suggest a match where clear chances might be limited for both sides. The combined average sits around 20.82 shots per game which is well below the 26.5 line. Both managers often prioritize structure over chaos in high stakes matches during the second half.
Villarreal is missing several creative players like Gerard Moreno and Alberto Moleiro due to recent injuries. This absence of talent should naturally lower their offensive output in the final third. Levante has also struggled to create anything recently failing to score in three straight games. Statistically, there is a 59 percent chance that this specific shot total will stay under the line.
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FAQ – Levante vs Villarreal Prediction
Who is the favorite to win between Levante and Villarreal?
Villarreal enters as the strong favorite due to their third place standing and five match winning streak.
Where can I watch the Levante vs Villarreal live?
The Levante vs Villarreal LaLiga match will be broadcast live on Premier Sports 1 and ESPN.
What time does Levante vs Villarreal start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00(GMT) on Wednesday February 18, 2026.
Are there any major injuries for Villarreal?
Yes, Villarreal is missing several key players including Gerard Moreno and Alberto Moleiro for this fixture.
What is the predicted score for this match?
Given the form of both teams, a comfortable 2-0 or 1-0 victory for the visitors is expected.
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