Pontevedra vs Villarreal prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups – December 4, 2024
In the 1/32 final of the Copa del Rey, Pontevedra will face Villarreal. The match will take place on Wednesday, December 4, with kickoff at 21:00 Central European Time. Here's my prediction on the winner of the game.
Match Preview
Pontevedra has never been a top-tier team in Spanish football and occupies a modest position in the country's football landscape. Currently, they are competing in the fourth tier of Spanish football.
Pontevedra is leading their zone and has a strong chance of promotion. They have already managed to eliminate a stronger team, Levante, in the Copa del Rey, defeating them 4-1 in an impressive performance.
Villarreal, on the other hand, is focused on more ambitious goals in La Liga, fighting for a spot in the top four. The team has been performing well and regularly impresses their fans with quality football.
In the Copa del Rey, Villarreal comfortably overcame Poblenense, scoring six goals, although they did concede one, which is hardly a major concern.
Match Facts
- Pontevedra is unbeaten in their last nine matches.
- Villarreal has only lost to Real Madrid and Barcelona this season.
- Pontevedra averages 2.2 goals per home game, while Villarreal averages 2.4 goals per away game.
Probable Lineups
- Pontevedra: Vezoso, Hernández, Suárez, Iranzu, Fontán, Samuel, Chigui, Peñin, Pino, Novo, Charli.
- Villarreal: Reis, Navarro, Cambwala, Costa, Bernat, Pino, Parejo, Gueye, Cabanes, Terrazas, Pérez.
Head-to-Head
The two teams have never met before.
Prediction
I doubt that the hosts will be able to compete with a top-tier La Liga club. I expect Villarreal to secure a comfortable victory, so my bet is on their success with a -1 goal handicap.
