Barcelona secured the La Liga title on Thursday night and are set to be presented with the trophy in front of their home fans ahead of their Matchday 37 clash with Villarreal.
The Yellow Submarine will be hoping to capitalise on any post-title celebrations from Barça and extend their impressive run of form. A strong end to the season under Marcelino has put Villarreal in pole position to claim the extra Champions League place awarded to La Liga.
Barcelona vs Villarreal best bets
- Barça to win or draw and BTTS – 4/5 with Ladbrokes
- Lamine Yamal to score or assist – 4/5 with Tote
- Ayoze Pérez to score anytime – 13/8 with Spreadex
Barcelona vs Villarreal odds
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Barcelona vs Villarreal predictions
Barcelona will head into Sunday’s clash with Villarreal full of confidence after sealing the La Liga title with a 2-0 win over Espanyol on Thursday night.
The victory not only secured their 28th league championship but also wrapped up a domestic treble in Hansi Flick’s first season in charge.
The German coach has transformed the team in a short space of time, quickly stamping his identity on the squad.
Flick has embraced Barcelona’s traditional footballing philosophy – built on attacking flair and the promotion of homegrown talent – while also getting the best out of experienced stars like Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha.
One of the standout stories of the season has been the emergence of 17-year-old Lamine Yamal. The electric winger opened the scoring against Espanyol with a stunning strike, adding yet another highlight to a remarkable campaign.
His recent performances have drawn comparisons to club legends like Lionel Messi, and he has been instrumental in guiding Barça over the line during a period marked by injuries to key players such as Lewandowski.
Villarreal head into Sunday’s clash with Barcelona in excellent form, having won four consecutive La Liga matches.
This impressive run has propelled the Yellow Submarine into fifth place, putting them on the brink of securing a spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League.
Their recent victories include a commanding 3-0 win over Leganés, where Ayoze Pérez netted twice, and a 1-0 triumph over Girona, courtesy of a 90th-minute goal from Karl Etta Eyong.
With 64 points, Villarreal are five points ahead of sixth-placed Real Betis, solidifying their position in the top five.
Barcelona vs Villarreal betting tips
Barcelona have wrapped up the title with two games to spare. With the trophy already secured and no FIFA Club World Cup commitments this summer, will the Catalans ease off and mentally head for the beach? Our match betting tips follow:
Barcelona to win or draw and BTTS
Barcelona are unbeaten in the league in 2025. We need to go back to December 21st to find the last time the Catalans lost, that was a 2-1 home defeat to Atletico in the final match before the seasonal break.
Barça are 17 matches unbeaten since. The run includes 15 wins and two draws. The Catalans are currently on a winning streak of six.
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Villarreal have lost only one match in their previous nine and are on a winning streak of four.
If ever Barcelona is going to be vulnerable, it is this Sunday. But, we are still not convinced the Catalans will lose, so we think we have found the perfect wager.
Tip – Back Barcelona to win or draw and yes in both teams to score at 4/5 with Ladbrokes
Lamine Yamal to score or assist
Lamine Yamal set himself a high standard to live up to after his breakout performances at Euro 2024.
Following a bright start to the season, the youngster’s form dipped slightly over the winter and into early 2025, as he struggled to shake off a persistent ankle injury.
However, he’s finishing the campaign in style. Despite Barcelona’s Champions League semi-final exit, Yamal delivered two standout performances against Inter Milan, including a stunning goal in the first leg.
He has also scored in each of his last two league appearances and registered his 25th assist of the season during Barça’s title-clinching 2-0 win over Espanyol on Thursday.
Unless Hansi Flick opts to give him a rest, back Yamal to continue his outstanding form this weekend.
Tip – Back Lamine Yamal to score or assist at 4/5 with Tote
Ayoze Pérez to score anytime
One of the key reasons behind Villarreal’s success this season has been the form of Ayoze Pérez.
The former Leicester City and Newcastle forward has scored 18 goals and provided two assists in 29 league matches for the Yellow Submarine.
This includes a run of ten goals in 17 games in 2025 and more recently, four goals in his previous three matches.
The Barcelona defense has been vulnerable in recent weeks. The Catalans have conceded seven in their last five in La Liga, and Inter Milan exposed their weaknesses to great effect in their two-legged Champions League semi-final goal fest.
Given the form Pérez is currently in, if the Catalans aren’t on their game (which let’s face it, they are likely not to be), there is every chance the Spaniard will add to his goal tally.
Tip – Back Ayoze Pérez to score anytime at 13/8 with Spreadex
How to watch Barcelona vs Villarreal
- Location: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona, Spain.
- Date and time: Sunday 18th May, 6pm BST.
- How to watch: LA LIGA TV.
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