Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds for Saturday, September 5th
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Grayson Parker - September 5, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT
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Competition | LaLiga |
|---|---|
Game Date | September 5, 2026 |
Game Time | 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Estadio de la Ceramica |
The Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna prediction lands on a matchup between a Champions League qualifier still hunting its first win and a promoted side punching above its weight at the Estadio de la Ceramica.
Villarreal finished third in LaLiga in 2025-26 and booked a spot in the 2026-27 Champions League league phase, but they are still searching for their first win this season after drawing twice and losing once.
Deportivo returned to LaLiga this season after an eight-year absence and made it count, going unbeaten through their first three games and collecting five points on their comeback trail.
The overall head-to-head across these six previous meetings favors neither side heavily, with one Villarreal win, three ties and two Deportivo wins on the board.
Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Recent Results
Villarreal have collected two points from their first three games, drawing with Racing de Santander and Atletico Madrid before a 1-0 loss to Deportivo Alaves on August 30. It's been a stodgy start for a side that scored 72 goals last season, and coach Inigo Perez wants more bite in the final third.
Deportivo have been the surprise package, opening with 1-1 ties against Elche and Malaga before a 3-1 home win over Valencia on August 30. Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang bagged his first goal of the campaign in that win and has scored in three of his last three LaLiga games, giving the promoted side a real cutting edge.
Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Villarreal: Juan Foyth (Injured/doubtful)
Deportivo A Coruna: Noe (Injured/out), Adria Alti (Suspended)
Villarreal
Villarreal could have a nearly fully fit squad to pick from. Juan Foyth is a doubt after picking up a knock, but he is the only concern heading into this game.
Deportivo A Coruna
Deportivo have minimal injury issues. Noe is ruled out with an ankle injury suffered last month, while Adria Alti is suspended after being sent off in their previous game.
Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Predicted Lineup
Villarreal
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineup: L. Junior; C. Romero, R. Veiga, P. Navarro, A. Freeman; P. Gueye, S. Comesana; A. Moleiro, G. Moreno, N. Pepe; G. Mikautadze
Deportivo A Coruna
Formation: 4-3-1-2
Predicted Starting Lineup: L. Roman; G. Quagliata, L. Noubi, B. Ede, X. Navarro; L. Amatucci, M. Soriano, R. Rodriguez; L. Cruz; B. Nsongo, P. Aubameyang
Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Key Stats & Game Facts
- Villarreal have seen under 2.5 goals in 6 of their last 7 home games against Deportivo in all competitions.
- Gerard Moreno has recorded 1+ shots on target in 6 of their last 6 games vs Deportivo A Coruna in LaLiga.
- Villarreal have received 2+ cards in 8 of their last 10 games against Deportivo in LaLiga.
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has scored in 3 of his last 3 LaLiga games.
- Villarreal have had 6+ shots on target in 3 of their last 3 LaLiga games.
Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Prediction & Best Picks
Our Prediction
Our prediction is a 2-1 Villarreal win. The home side finally get off the mark here, with their attacking edge and home comfort proving too much for a plucky but exposed Deportivo defense that struggles to protect a lead. Villarreal are the clear favorites on the moneyline at -200 (Bet365).
Best Picks
Under 2.5 Goals in Total Goals Over/Under. This pick sits under the Total Goals Over/Under market. Villarreal have seen under 2.5 goals in six of their last seven home games against Deportivo in all competitions, making a tight, low-scoring affair the smart read on a yellow-submarine ground that has historically squeezed scoring dry.
No in Both Teams To Score. This selection falls under the Both Teams To Score market. Games between these two sides have regularly featured clean sheets, and a Deportivo attack facing a Villarreal defense that has kept things locked up at home adds up to one side being shut out here.
Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Same Game Parlay
Our Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Same Game Parlay picks back a home win, Georges Mikautadze to score anytime, and Bright Ede to be shown a card as Deportivo dig in defensively.
Home win is the anchor. Villarreal have had 6+ shots on target in three of their last three LaLiga games, and their home comfort should carry them past a promoted Deportivo side.
Georges Mikautadze to score anytime makes sense as the man leading the Villarreal line, backed to find the net against a Deportivo defense that struggles to protect a lead.
Bright Ede to be shown a card fits the pattern, with the center back set for plenty of defensive work and Deportivo having received 3+ cards in three of their last three games against Villarreal.
Ximo Navarro is another booking candidate, having picked up a card in each of his last two LaLiga outings, adding to the sense of a scrappy, physical night for the visitors.
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Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna Talking Points
This is a matchup of contrasting momentum. Villarreal are juggling a demanding Champions League league phase draw that includes Liverpool, PSG and Borussia Dortmund, yet they still have not won in LaLiga this season, and coach Inigo Perez has called for more intensity and sharpness in the final third after the loss to Alaves. Deportivo, by contrast, are riding the high of a return to the top flight, with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang up and running after his goal in the 3-1 win over Valencia. Villarreal's attacking strength should still tell at home, but the visitors have shown they can bite.
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The Villarreal vs Deportivo A Coruna game will be played at Estadio de la Cerámica.
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