Overview
Deportivo Alavés will host Valencia CF in a La Liga fixture at Estadio de Mendizorroza. With Alavés battling to distance themselves from the relegation zone and Valencia aiming to secure a top-half finish, this matchup carries significant weight. Statistically, both teams have shown defensive vulnerabilities, but Valencia edges ahead in terms of form and offensive consistency.
Team Key Players
Deportivo Alavés:
- Antonio Sivera (GK): A vital shot-stopper with multiple clean sheets this season.
- Toni Martínez (ST-1): Key striker with a presence up front; instrumental in holding play and scoring.
- Carlos Vicente (LM): His pace and positioning on the wing will be crucial in breaking Valencia’s defensive line.
Valencia CF:
- Giorgi Mamardashvili (GK): Known for strong reflex saves, a stabilizing force at the back.
- Hugo Duro (ST-1): Leads the line with physicality and composure, one of Valencia’s top scorers.
- André Almeida (CAM): Creative playmaker with vision and distribution that unlocks defenses.
Match Pick
Prediction: Under 2.5 goals
With both teams averaging just over 1 goal per match and Valencia playing a disciplined away game, this fixture is likely to be low-scoring. Alavés struggles to create consistent scoring opportunities while Valencia’s scoring dips away from home. A tactical contest is expected.
