Celta Vigo are set to play Villarreal on Sunday, August 31, 2025, at 15:00 UTC at Estadio Abanca-Balaídos in Vigo as part of LaLiga Round 3[1][2]. The fixture is significant as Celta Vigo currently ranks 17th while Villarreal holds 2nd position in the standings[2].
Recent head-to-head form shows Villarreal has the edge, winning 12 of their last meetings compared to Celta Vigo’s 8, and the teams have not drawn in their last five encounters[1]. Past meetings from prior seasons have produced high-scoring and competitive games: Villarreal won the previous three by scores of 3-2, 3-1, and 4-3, but Celta Vigo recently prevailed 3-0 on April 23, 2025[3][4].
Celta Vigo’s attack has struggled in recent matches, scoring only 3 goals in their last 5 games, while Villarreal have been in better offensive form, netting 11 times in their last 5 outings[1]. Notable players for this clash include Hugo Sotelo of Celta Vigo, currently ranked first in “big chances created” in the competition, and Villarreal’s Tajon Buchanan, who leads the league in goals scored so far with three[1].
Predicted lineups for this match are typically released a few days ahead, with confirmed starting elevens announced about an hour prior to kickoff[1]. For fans wanting up-to-date information, live scores, stats such as ball possession, shots, cards, and real-time attack momentum, as well as community voting and player ratings, are provided on multiple sports platforms during the match[2].