Barcelona hosts Alavés while Real Madrid takes on Girona in La Liga showdown
As La Liga continues, Barcelona is set to face Deportivo Alavés, aiming to bounce back from a recent Champions League defeat. The match is scheduled for Saturday, at 16:15, at Camp Nou. This clash marks the 14th match day in the Spanish league.
Current Standings and Form
Barcelona recently defeated Athletic Club 4-0 at home, securing their third consecutive victory in La Liga. They are currently just one point behind leaders Real Madrid, who lead the standings with 32 points after a 2-2 draw against Elche.
Alavés, on the other hand, sits in 14th place in the league with 15 points. Their recent form has been less impressive, with three losses in their last five matches.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Historically, Barcelona has dominated their recent encounters with Alavés. Of their last 16 meetings, Barcelona has won 14. The last time Alavés triumphed over Barcelona was in 2016.
Player Availability
- Barcelona will lack their goalkeeper, Marc-André ter Stegen, and midfielder, Gavi.
- PEDRI is expected to be available for selection.
Real Madrid vs. Girona
On Sunday at 21:00, Real Madrid will play against Girona. Girona is struggling this season, currently positioned 18th with only 11 points and boasting the weakest defense in the league.
Real Madrid has performed well against Girona, winning four of their last five encounters. Recently, they secured a thrilling 4-3 victory over Olympiacos in the Champions League, with Kylian Mbappé netting all four goals.
