Valencia vs Alaves Prediction 8 March 2026
🔊 Will the crowd at Mestalla play a decisive role in the clash against Alavés? The final fixture of Sunday's La Liga schedule features a showdown between Valencia and Alavés. Both clubs are embroiled in a relegation battle, making every point crucial for each side. Consistency is what both teams lack, not only on the pitch but also off it. Bookmakers give Valencia a two-to-one edge, with the home-field advantage playing its part.
Head-to-Head
📊 Historically, head-to-head clashes between Valencia and Alaves are not particularly goal-laden. Let's take a look at the average scoring rate over their last 10 encounters: the "Bats" average 1 goal per game, while the "Glorious" have a slightly higher average of 1.1. In the first round of the current championship, the teams played out a goalless draw at Mendizorrotza. What intrigues does this upcoming head-to-head match hold? We'll find out soon enough.
Head-to-head statistics Valencia - Alaves
Valencia Team Overview
🟠 The club from the eponymous city is once again struggling to secure results this season. A managerial change and restructuring have already taken place, yet the expected turnaround has not materialized. Currently, the "Bats" find themselves in 15th place in the league standings, with 29 points from 26 matches. Their cushion above the relegation zone is a mere five points. Valencia's average performance metrics are also disappointing their fans, with an average of 1.04 goals scored per game while conceding 1.5.
⚫ In their last league outing, Valencia secured a narrow victory over Osasuna (1-0). The hero of the match was Largie Ramazani, who converted a penalty in the 67th minute. Carlos Corberán is under significant pressure and desperately needs to accumulate points. It's worth noting that the Spanish coach is an advocate of the 4-4-2 formation. This setup theoretically aligns perfectly with his tactical approach, emphasizing numerous vertical passes and the interaction of two diverse forwards in the opponent's half. Valencia's top scorer remains Hugo Duro, with seven goals in 25 appearances.
Match Results: Valencia
Deportivo Alaves Team Overview
🔵 "The Glorious" are struggling to secure a win in their last five matches across all competitions. Their lack of consistency and insufficient decisiveness in front of goal are impacting their current situation. Alaves currently sit 17th in the league table, just one point above the relegation zone. It's worth noting the average performance metrics of the club from Vitoria-Gasteiz-scoring 0.88 goals per match while conceding 1.31. Alaves's away form is particularly concerning, with only 8 points collected from 13 games, ranking them 17th in the league.
⚪ In their last La Liga fixture, Alaves fell short against Levante (0-2). Eduardo Coudet's game plan was effective up to a point-the team managed to thwart the opposition's quick breaks and organized their own attacks well. However, the turning point came with Victor Gonzalez's red card in the 61st minute. The Argentine coach has emphasized zonal defense, and closing down free spaces is crucial throughout the match. Alaves's top scorer this La Liga season is Lucas Boye-the Argentine forward has netted 7 goals in 20 appearances.
Match Results: Deportivo Alaves
Latest news
Valencia
🎤 Ahead of Valencia's Sunday clash with Alaves, Carlos Corberan spoke to the media: “Winning two consecutive home games is our goal; it would be fantastic for us, and we're truly motivated by this. We know how crucial the 'Mestalla' will be for the team to pick up points and climb the table. We're approaching this with determination, enthusiasm, and motivation. We understand how competitive it will be, but we want to deliver a victory that genuinely excites our fans. We are taking each game as it comes; our sole focus is on the match against Alaves. We know the kind of game we need to play, and we're focused on delivering our best performance, finding the moments we want, overcoming tough periods in the game, and being in peak physical condition.”
❌ Among Valencia's injured players are Julen Agirrezabala (knee injury), Lucas Beltran (knee injury), Jose Copete (ankle injury), Mouctar Diakhaby (muscle injury), and Dimitri Foulquier (knee injury).
Deportivo Alaves
📰 The big news of recent days is Eduardo Coudet's departure as head coach of Alaves. Stepping into the role is the well-known Quique Sanchez Flores. During his first press conference, the Spanish coach expressed his feelings: "I find myself surrounded by serious, reliable, and sensible people. I've taken a brief journey to understand the culture of Vitoria and the club, and it's everything a coach could wish for. I'm humble and grateful for this opportunity to continue growing. We will preserve the best of the current Alaves and add our own touch, aligning closely with the club's philosophy at this time. I don't see a broken team. This is a team with spirit, good players. It's a team with great potential. I'm eager to get to work with them."
❌ Among Alaves' unavailable players for the upcoming match are Victor Gonzalez, Pablo Ibanez, and Facundo Garces (all suspended).
⚽ Goal Prediction
Both clubs have struggled with scoring this season: Valencia average 1 goal per game, while Alavés manage just 0.9. It's also worth noting that their head-to-head clashes typically feature few goals, with no more than two goals scored in 5 of their last 6 meetings. Our editorial pick is under 2.5 goals.
🚩 Corner Prediction
In 6 of Valencia's last 7 matches, there have been no more than 10 corners. A similar trend is observed in 5 of Alavés' last 7 games. Additionally, the average number of corners won by each side in their head-to-head encounters is noteworthy: Valencia average 4.8, while Alavés average 4.2. Our editorial choice is under 9.5 corners.
Editorial Prediction
Predicting the likely outcome of this match is quite challenging. The "Bats" are too inconsistent to rely on their strengths, while Alaves have just undergone a managerial change, leaving their performance at the Mestalla uncertain. Our editorial team anticipates a cautious game with limited scoring opportunities, suggesting a final score of 1-1 is plausible. The key bet is on total goals under 2.5.
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