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Villarreal CF and Panathinaikos FC will lock horns in a crucial Europa League Group F encounter at the Estadio de la Cerámica on Thursday, November 30, 2023. Both teams are vying for a place in the knockout stages, making this match a must-win for either side.
Match preview
Villarreal, currently second in the group with five points from four matches, must secure a victory to keep their qualification hopes alive. They have struggled for consistency this season, but their recent 3-1 victory over Osasuna in La Liga suggests they are regaining their form.
Panathinaikos, on the other hand, are third in the group with four points from four matches. They have shown resilience in recent matches, winning their last two games in the Greek Super League.
This match promises to be an exciting affair, with both teams having something to play for. Villarreal will be buoyed by their home advantage and recent upturn in form, while Panathinaikos will be looking to capitalize on Villarreal's inconsistencies.
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Team News
Villarreal
No major injury concerns for Villarreal.
Expected to line up in a 4-4-2 formation.
Panathinaikos
Aitor Sanz and Juande Rivas are doubtful due to injuries.
Expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
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Villarreal vs Panathinaikos Predictions
This match is a toss-up, with both teams having a chance of winning. However, Villarreal's home advantage and recent form could give them a slight edge.
Villarreal to win at 13/8
Draw at 12/5
Panathinaikos to win at 9/2
Betting Tips
Both teams to score at 7/4
Over 2.5 goals at 9/4
Villarreal to score the first goal at 11/2
Villarreal vs Panathinaikos Possible Line-ups
Villarreal (4-4-2): Reina, Femenía, Albiol, Pau Torres, Pedraza, Capoue, Parejo, Trigueros, Yeremy Pino, Gerard Moreno, Danjuma
Panathinaikos (4-2-3-1): Brignoli, Juande Rivas, Magnusson, Sánchez, Aitor Sanz, Rubén Pérez, Kurtić, Juan Carlos, Verbić, Mauricio, Sporar
Villarreal vs Panathinaikos Head-to-Head
This will be the third meeting between the two teams. Villarreal won the first encounter 2-0, while Panathinaikos won the second encounter 3-1.
Time, Venue, and Where to Watch
Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023
Time: 8:00 pm GMT
Venue: Estadio de la Cerámica, Villarreal, Spain
Where to watch: Supersport
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