La Liga action returns on August 28, 2026, as Alaves host Villarreal in a fixture with contrasting narratives. Alaves, with a 26% win rate this season (8W 9D 14L), have shown resilience recently, securing one win and three draws in their last five outings. Their defensive record of 46 goals conceded remains a concern, though they’ve found the net 35 times.
Villarreal, conversely, arrive in strong form, boasting a 61% win rate (19W 4D 8L). Their attacking prowess is evident with 56 goals scored, complemented by a solid defence that has conceded just 36. The Yellow Submarine have won three of their last five, underlining their ambitions. Recent head-to-head encounters suggest a tightly contested affair, with two draws in the last five, alongside two Villarreal wins and a solitary Alaves triumph. The bookmakers’ 50% draw probability reflects this historical parity. Fans can expect a strategic battle, with Villarreal aiming to assert their quality against an Alaves side desperate to upset the odds and secure vital points early in the season.
1. A. Sivera, 7. A. Perez, 14. N. Tenaglia, 16. V. Koski, 17. Jonny Otto, 21. A. Rebbach, 19. P. Ibanez, 8. A. Blanco, 18. M. Rodriguez, 15. L. Boye, 11. T. Martinez
1. Luiz Junior, 15. S. Mourino, 8. J. Foyth, 12. R. Veiga, 20. C. Romero, 19. N. Pepe, 14. S. Comesana, 18. P. Gueye, 10. A. Moleiro, 22. A. Perez, 9. G. Mikautadze
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