Estadio de la Ceramica will host an exciting La Liga clash as Villarreal faces Atletico Madrid in the opening match of the new season.

Villarreal’s 2023-24 La Liga season was disappointing, as they missed out on a top-seven finish for the first time since the 2018-19 season, marking only their second finish outside the top seven since their return to the top flight in 2013. This year, they are targeting a European spot and have strengthened their squad with six new signings, including Ayoze Perez and Nicolas Pepe.

However, they have seen key departures, with leading goalscorer Alexander Sorloth moving to Atletico Madrid in a major transfer, and goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen joining Chelsea. Villarreal's pre-season has been uneven, highlighted by a 4-0 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion.

Atletico finished fourth last season, 19 points behind champions Real Madrid, but are expected to improve with their notable transfers. The additions of Julian Alvarez, Robin Le Normand, and Sorloth are set to bolster the squad, and a deal for Chelsea's Conor Gallagher is anticipated soon. Key departures include Alvaro Morata, Stefan Savic, Saul Niguez, Mario Hermoso, and Memphis Depay.

During pre-season, Atletico showed strong form with four victories, including a 2-0 win over Juventus in their final friendly, with Joao Felix and Angel Correa scoring in that match.

Prediction:  Atletico Madrid

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