The market's verdict

The betting market closed with Real Madrid (David) at 2.34 — an implied 40% chance. Villarreal CF (Lio) upset it.

• Draw: closed 3.35 (28%)
• Real Madrid (David): closed 2.34 (40%)
• Villarreal CF (Lio): closed 2.84 (33%)

Villarreal CF (Lio) v Real Madrid (David) — previous meetings

• 2026-07-26Real Madrid (David) 3-2 Villarreal CF (Lio)
• 2026-07-25Villarreal CF (Lio) 1-3 Real Madrid (David)
• 2026-07-25Real Madrid (David) 2-1 Villarreal CF (Lio)