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Estadio Mendizorrotza
Athletic Club won
This La Liga encounter between Alaves and Athletic Club presents a fascinating tactical battle between two evenly matched sides. Both teams have demonstrated remarkably similar attacking output this season, with Alaves registering 19.2 expected goals while Athletic Club maintains comparable metrics, highlighting the tight margins that separate these clubs.
The statistical foundation strongly supports a closely contested affair, as both teams exhibit similar defensive solidity and attacking threat levels. Neither side has established clear dominance in recent form, with their underlying performance metrics suggesting minimal separation in quality between the squads.
Weather conditions at Mendizorroza will be ideal for football, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures around 21°C eliminating any environmental factors that could influence the outcome. The absence of confirmed injury concerns or significant tactical changes for either team reinforces the expectation of a balanced contest.
The betting market reflects this equilibrium, with draw odds offering compelling value given the statistical evidence. Athletic Club's slight underdog status appears generous considering their comparable metrics to the hosts, while Alaves' home advantage may not prove decisive against well-organized opposition. This Basque derby has all the hallmarks of a tactical stalemate, making the draw the most logical outcome in what promises to be a tightly contested 90 minutes.
2025/2026 Season
Last 10 head-to-head matchups
Recent encounters favor Athletic Club, who won the reverse fixture 1-0 at San Mames in September 2025. However, Alaves claimed...
Recent encounters favor Athletic Club, who won the reverse fixture 1-0 at San Mames in September 2025. However, Alaves claimed a memorable 1-0 victory in their last home meeting in May 2025, demonstrating their ability to compete with their Basque neighbors. The head-to-head record shows competitive matches with narrow margins, typically decided by single goals. Both teams have traded victories in recent years, with Athletic edging the overall record but Alaves proving resilient at home.
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14 of 15 in La Liga
Form Rating
4.3/10
Alaves enter this fixture with renewed confidence following their 2-1 home victory over Mallorca, ending...
Alaves enter this fixture with renewed confidence following their 2-1 home victory over Mallorca, ending a difficult spell. Their home record of six wins, six draws, and four losses from 16 matches shows they can be competitive at Estadio Mendizorrotza. However, defensive consistency remains an issue, conceding 1.48 goals per game overall. Recent performances include draws against quality opposition like Real Sociedad and Osasuna, plus an impressive away win at Celta Vigo. Key player F. Garces serves a suspension, while C. Protesoni remains sidelined with a muscle injury, potentially affecting their defensive stability.
12 of 15 in La Liga
Form Rating
4.7/10
Athletic Club's away form represents their biggest weakness, with just three wins from 16 road...
Athletic Club's away form represents their biggest weakness, with just three wins from 16 road matches this season. They've lost 10 away games, scoring a meager 14 goals on their travels. Recent form shows inconsistency - a narrow 2-3 defeat at Atletico Madrid followed by a 1-0 home win over Osasuna. Their attacking output of 1.09 goals per game is concerning, particularly away from home where they struggle to create chances. B. Prados Diaz remains out with a knee injury, while M. Jauregizar is suspended following a red card, limiting their midfield options for this crucial away fixture.
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Alaves vs Athletic Club - Match Analysis
Athletic Club's away form is catastrophic - just three wins from 16 road matches with only 14 goals scored. They've lost 10 away games this season, making them vulnerable despite sitting six places higher than Alaves. Their travel woes, combined with key suspensions to M. Jauregizar and injury to B. Prados Diaz, significantly undermines their positional advantage. Alaves have proven competitive at home and will be confident of exploiting Athletic's away day struggles.
Draw No Bet on Alaves offers excellent value, protecting against the draw while capitalizing on Athletic's poor away record. Under 2.5 Goals is highly attractive given both teams' low-scoring tendencies - they average just 2.24 combined goals per game. Both Teams to Score No also merits consideration, as Athletic have managed just 14 away goals all season while Alaves have failed to score in 10 matches this campaign.
Alaves enter with momentum from their 2-1 home win over Mallorca, boosting confidence at Estadio Mendizorrotza. Athletic's recent form shows inconsistency - losing at Atletico Madrid before beating Osasuna at home. Crucially, Athletic's away form remains their Achilles heel with just one win in their last eight road trips. The form differential favors Alaves when combined with home advantage, making them a viable upset candidate despite their lower league position.
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