Villa Dalmine vs Real Pilar - Primera B Metropolitana

A fascinating Primera B Metropolitana chapter awaits on May 23, 2026 when Villa Dalmine take on Real Pilar at the home ground — two sides with plenty to play for and everything to prove. The left-back was taken off in the final minutes against Everton with cramp, and was not risked for the Champions League clash vs Sabah on Thursday.

A glance at the Primera B Metropolitana table tells the story: Villa Dalmine in 5th and Real Pilar in 7th, with positions to defend and places to climb. The hosts have been steady if unspectacular, LLDDW in their last five reflecting a win rate of 45.71%. The visitors have been picking up results steadily, WLDWW over their last five with a campaign win rate of 42.86%. The contrast in attacking output — 1 versus 1.09 goals per game — adds an extra layer of intrigue. The midfielder faces a significant period on the sidelines after being stretchered off during Uruguay's 1-0 defeat to Spain in the recent FIFA World Cup.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Villa Dalmine may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Real Pilar have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. Tuesday's print edition of ABC, as relayed by Sport Witness, have claimed that Betis turned down a €50m approach from a wealthy non-Premier League club for Antony.

Individual moments of quality could tip the balance. Both sides possess players capable of producing something out of nothing, and a single flash of brilliance may be all that separates them. Discipline at the back and sharpness in front of goal will likely tilt the balance one way or the other. Jadon Sancho(Image: Richard Heathcote/Getty Images) Chelsea have confirmed the signing of former Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck from Brighton.

Predictions are tricky when the sides are this evenly matched, and small margins — a moment of quality, a slice of luck — could decide it either way. Given the balance of the numbers, Villa Dalmine should have enough to edge it — a 2-1 victory looks the most likely outcome. With the standings tight and form on the line, this is a fixture neither side will want to lose. Fulham's Antonee Robinson could be one of those, who would likely be a cheaper alternative to Hall, who has just enjoyed a breakout season with the Magpies.