Alaves vs Valencia Preview Prediction Team News and Lineups
In an upcoming La Liga clash, Alaves will host Valencia at Mendizorrotza Stadium on Monday night. The match is crucial for both teams as they seek improvement after a mixed start to the 2025-26 season. Alaves is in 10th place, having accumulated 11 points from their first eight matches, while Valencia is struggling in 15th with only eight points.
Match Preview
Alaves has recorded three victories, two draws, and three losses this season. They aim to build on their recent form, which includes a significant 3-1 win against Elche before the international break. This was their first win in several weeks, showcasing their potential despite an earlier loss to Sevilla at home.
Historically, Alaves and Valencia have met on 44 occasions, with Valencia winning 22 times. However, Alaves holds an unbeaten streak against Valencia over the last five encounters, including four victories. Valencia has not managed to secure an away win at Alaves since 2017, intensifying the pressure on them to perform.
Team Form
- Alaves La Liga form: DWLDLW
- Valencia La Liga form: WLWDLL
Team News
Alaves will likely miss the services of Mariano Diaz, who is dealing with a muscular injury. Moussa Diarra could return to the squad after a foot injury, and Facundo Garces is available after serving a suspension. Carlos Vicente, the team’s key player this season with three goals, is expected to start.
Valencia, on the other hand, will be without Mouctar Diakhaby and Largie Ramazani due to injuries. Filip Urgrinic is also a doubt after sustaining an injury during training. Head coach Carlos Corberan is anticipated to make several changes to the lineup that lost to Girona, with Hugo Duro and Javi Guerra likely returning to the starting eleven.
Possible Lineups
| Alaves | Valencia |
|---|---|
| Sivera; Jonny, Tenaglia, Pacheco, Enriquez; Vicente, Blanco, Ibanez, Rebbach; Martinez, Boye | Agirrezabala; Correia, Tarrega, Copete, Vazquez; Rioja, Pepelu, Guerra, Lopez; Duro, Danjuma |
Prediction
Considering their recent performances and historical context, a draw appears to be a likely outcome for this match. Both teams will aim to avoid further slips, and we predict a final score of Alaves 1, Valencia 1.
