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Real Valladolid vs Alaves Preview: Odds, Tips and Prediction
Venue: Estadio Jose Zorilla, Valladolid Kickoff Time: 16:30 (UK Time) Date: Saturday, 18 May While both sides might not be battling it out for mid-table placings, there will be no love lost when Valladolid welcome Alaves in the league. The hosts have been edging closer to the relegation zone earlier this year and are now dead and buried, but Alaves have been the surprise package for a lot of people this year. The visitors aren’t out of the woods just yet, but they will know they need to win this game to give themselves a chance at survival.
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SportsBoom delves into the niceties of this encounter. For La Liga fans already rummaging through odds and value options, head to our La Liga betting page for further insights and suggestions.
Pre-Game Odds and Win Probability:
Home: 42/10 (5.2) – 13%
Draw: 49/20 (3.45) – 27%
Away: 13/20 (1.65) – 60%
*Odds courtesy of Betway, subject to change
Head-To-Head Record
Last five meetings (All competitions):
18/10/2024: Deportivo Alaves 2–3 Real Valladolid
04/01/2023: Deportivo Alaves 1–0 Real Valladolid
05/02/2021: Deportivo Alaves 1–0 Real Valladolid
25/10/2020: Real Valladolid 0–2 Deportivo Alaves
04/07/2020: Real Valladolid 1–0 Deportivo Alaves
Real Valladolid Current Form – LWWDW
The hosts have picked up zero points from their last five encounters and in truth, had a season they would no doubt much rather forget. They are now on a run of nine straight defeats and have just 16 points to show from 35 fixtures.
Comfortably coming into this game as the league’s lowest goal scorers, registering just 26 goals all campaign at the time of writing, and conceding a mammoth 85.
Key Players to Watch
Chuki San Jose
He has seen really impressive performances of late and his attacking attributes have been on full display. Valladolid have struggled in front of goal all season, but their inherent quality goes without question.
Raul Moro
One of Valladolid’s top goal scorers, he has been a consistent attacking threat and even in the midst of his team struggling collectively, his attacking prowess has been crucial. He will be one to keep an eye on.
Selim Amallah
Amallah is another with incredible presence and ability in the midfield. He has to fight for a starting position in the team, but his versatility sees him assist his side with and without the ball.
Real Valladolid Team News
David Torres has suffered a hernia, Joseph Aidoo is sidelined with a hamstring strain and Javi Sanchez is still struggling with a knock. Other than that, the hosts come into this game with a full complement of players available.
Alaves Current Form – LDLLD
Alaves continues to hover in and around the drop zone, but after winning eight games, drawing 11 and losing 16 – this shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise. Alaves have struggled to score goals – not scoring more than a single goal in any of their previous 12 games – and that is largely to blame for their poor form.
At this point, their only saving grace has been the fact that have hardly conceded any goals – proving to be one of the more difficult sides to break down in La Liga.
Key Players to Watch
Santiago Mourino
The young defender has been instrumental in Alaves’ recent form. His contributions have seen clean sheets and confidence in their defensive shape. He will be one of the instrumental players to see his side rise out of the relegation zone and survive the drop – keep an eye on him.
Kike Garcia
Garcia continues to be the primary offensive threat for this Alaves side. He has seen his team register 11 goals this season and often proves vital in tight environments. We wouldn’t be surprised to see him back on the scorecard here.
Carlos Vicente
He is currently the player who has been crucial in creating scoring opportunities for Alaves. His pace and vision often bring a dynamic attacking edge to Alaves’ play and he has contributed significantly to their forward momentum.
Alaves Team News
At the time of writing, Abdel Abqar is the only player sidelined for Alaves – he is recovering from a hamstring strain.
Predicted Line-Up
Valladolid: 5-4-1
Hein, Anuar, Ozkcar, Parente, Comert, Silva, Chuki, Martin, Grillitsch, Moro, LatasaAlaves: 4-2-3-1
Sivera, Tenaglia, Garces, Mourino, Sanchez, Blanco, Guevara, Vincente, Guridi, Alena, Garcia.
Suggested Bets
Consider our suggested bets for all of your weekend La Liga football betting.
Alaves: Alaves have been more consistent in the league, and given that they need a positive result more than their hosts, we are backing them to claim all three points on offer. 7/10 (1.7) with BetWinner.
Correct Score (2:1): It’s always challenging to try and predict the correct scoreline but backing Alaves to edge it in a close affair could be the way to go. 7/10 (1.7) with Pinnacle.
Both Teams to Score: These two sides have both had struggles in defence, so backing Both teams to Score might yield a hefty return here. 1/1 (2.0) with Stake.
Value Bets
Alaves + Both Teams to Score: Combine the Alaves victory with both teams scoring for a seriously valuable potential return. 3/1 (4.0) with Betway
Red Card to be Issued: Interestingly, the last three times these two teams have met, a red card has been issued. Now, when you add to the fact that they are fighting to avoid relegation…tension could be at an all-time high. 5/1 (5.0) with 1xBet
Over 2.5 Goals: The hosts have managed to score the odd goal, which will help us here, but in truth, it is their defensive record which guides us to this betting angle. 1/1 (2.0) with Stake
Prediction: Alaves to Win
The hosts are in pole position to claim all three points. They will be up for this one, knowing that if they drop any unnecessary points, they could pay the ultimate price. Nevertheless, we are backing the visitors to come away with all three here.
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