Villarreal vs Ajax Correct Score Prediction: Team Stats, H2H & Betting Insights

Our Villarreal vs Ajax Prediction: 2-3

Villarreal vs Ajax in the UEFA Champions League is scheduled for an 20:00 GMT kick-off on Tuesday January 20, 2026. With both teams showing attacking intent, a 2-3 away victory is our primary pick, but over 2.5 goals stands out as another strong betting choice.

This Villarreal vs Ajax prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.

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Recent Form Insights

Villarreal's Last Match – Real Betis vs Villarreal

Villarreal will aim to put their last result behind them following a 0-2 Spain La Liga loss to Real Betis on January 17. In that match, Villarreal recorded 40% possession, firing 6 shots at goal, with 3 on target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Real Betis	60%	9 (6)	1.21	52
Villarreal	40%	6 (3)	0.98	28

Ajax's Last Match – Ajax vs Go Ahead Eagles

Ajax will be determined to find a winning touch after a 2-2 Netherlands Eredivisie draw against Go Ahead Eagles on January 17. In that match, Ajax recorded 51% possession, attempting 14 shots on goal, with 8 hitting the target.

Team	Possession	Shots (on target)	xG	Dangerous Attacks
Ajax	51%	14 (8)	3.47	36
Go Ahead Eagles	49%	9 (6)	0.86	39

Villarreal vs Ajax Stats

Key Stats

Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded

Villarreal are averaging 1.5 goals scored and 1.8 conceded per match, while Ajax average 2.5 scored and 1.9 conceded per game.

What are the odds for this match?

Villarreal to win: @1.533

Draw: @4.5

Ajax to win: @5

Villarreal Fixtures

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