Villarreal is facing a poor performing lately team of Recreativo (Huelva) in a match of the Spanish Segunda Division. Recreativo conceded 4 consecutive losses, but the decent results earlier in the season put the team in the middle of the table. The guests have no real chances to get among the first 6 teams in the standings, but are also 9 points above the relegation zone, which means the team has no real struggle for this season.
Villarreal, in turn, is only 4 points behind the second place in the standings, which entitles direct qualification for the Primera Division. Villarreal's ambition is quite clear, namely return to the elite, where the team belongs. The hosts in this meeting are in good form as they are unbeaten in their last 6 games. At first glance it seems Recreativo is an easy to defeat rival for Villarreal in view of the current form of both teams. However, over the years, Recreativo hasn`t been a convenient opponent for Villarreal as both teams have exchanged 4 wins for each and 1 match ended in a draw.
Villarreal starts a series of matches against more modest teams in Segunda Division, which is ideal for the "Yellow Submarine" to secure qualifying for the Primera Division.