Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(62) 34 Goals 17 (37)
(51) 26 Assists 18 (23)
(6.6) 6.8 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.4)
30 Average Age 30.7
181.9 Average Height (cm) 182.4
(0.8) 0.8 Shots pg 0.7 (0.7)
(53%) 56% Aerial Duel Success 55% (52%)
(0.8) 0.8 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.4)
(1.2) 0.9 Tackles pg 0.9 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.

Missing Players

Villarreal
Osasuna
Player Reason Status Rating
Boulaye Dia Doubtful 6.62
Samuel Chukwueze Doubtful 6.78
Player Reason Status Rating
Jonás Ramalho Out 6.52
Aridane Hernández Doubtful 6.5
Ante Budimir Doubtful 6.76

Team News

Villarreal
Osasuna
  • Boulaye Dia and Samuel Chukwueze will both be assessed, but Unai Emery can at least call upon Paco Alcacer and Gerard Moreno after the duo used the international break to recover from knocks.
  • That said, Emery may be tempted to go with the same XI that started the 2-0 win over Real Betis last time out.
  • Jonas Ramalho misses for the visitors, who are sweating on the fitness of centre-back Aridane Hernandez.
  • Ante Budimir will also be assessed for the trip to Villarreal.
  • Head coach Jagoba Arrasate could make one change to the XI that started the win over Rayo Vallecano, with Aridane returning to the side, fitness depending.

Prediction

  • Villarreal have made an unbeaten start to the season, which is impressive on paper, but they have drawn five of their seven matches this season. Their two wins have come in their last two home matches.
  • Osasuna have been a surprise package this season and sit fifth in La Liga. They have won three of their last four matches, and they are the only side with a 100% away record up until now.
  • This promises to be one of the games of the weekend in Spain and the spoils may be shared in an entertaining encounter.
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