Elche vs Alaves Prediction
🔊 What storylines lie ahead in the clash between the "Green Stripes" and the "Glorious"? Kicking off Saturday's action in La Liga is the encounter between Elche and Alaves at the Manuel Martinez Valero. Both teams are embroiled in the relegation battle, which means each side must give their all. Defensive issues are a common thread for both teams, keeping the potential for a high-scoring game alive. Bookmakers give a slight edge to the home side.
Head-to-Head
📊 Let's take a look at the stats over the last ten head-to-head encounters: the "Green and Whites" have secured five victories, there has been one draw, and the "Brave Ones" have claimed four wins. Considering the average scoring rate for each side over this period: Elche averages 1.1 goals, while Alaves averages 0.8. In the first round of the current championship, the team from Vitoria-Gasteiz achieved a convincing 3-1 victory on their home ground.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
Elche CF Team Overview
🟢 The "Green-Striped" team have shown inconsistency in the latter half of the championship, pushing head coach Eder Sarabia to find ways to make the team's play more adaptable. Currently, the team from the eponymous city sits 14th in the league standings, just two points clear of the relegation zone. Notably, Elche have secured the majority of their points at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero - 31 points from 17 matches (6th best in the league). Let's highlight their average performance metrics: 1.32 goals scored per game against 1.56 conceded.
⚪ In their last La Liga outing, Elche suffered a disappointing defeat to Celta Vigo (1-3). Despite Eder Sarabia's side dominating possession, a lack of composure in the final third cost them crucial points. A glance at the expected goals ratio tells the story: 1.72 to 1.04 in favor of the visitors. The Spanish coach is showing flexibility during this challenging period by shuffling formations. One of the preferred setups is a 3-4-1-2, which allows for creating triangles on the flanks while maintaining defensive compactness. Elche's top scorer remains Andre Silva, with 10 goals in 27 matches.
Match Results: Elche CF
Deportivo Alaves Team Overview
⚪ The appointment of Quique Sánchez Flores as the head coach of Alavés has been a stabilizing factor for the team. Over their last seven matches, "The Glorious" have suffered only two defeats. However, the squad from Vitoria-Gasteiz remains within the relegation zone, trailing the safety of 17th place by just one point. Away games continue to be a particular struggle for Alavés fans, with the team celebrating victory only three times in 17 away matches.
🔵 Since Eduardo Coudet's departure, Alavés have adopted a much bolder style of play, albeit bordering on reckless. In the last round, "The Glorious" were involved in another goal-fest, losing to Athletic (2-4). The expected goals ratio highlights an unusual scoring pattern: 0.97 to 0.49 in favor of the Basques. The Spanish coach employs a 5-3-2 tactical formation, emphasizing vertical football. Alavés' top scorers are Toni Martínez and Lucas Boyé, each with 11 goals.
Match Results: Deportivo Alaves
Latest news
Elche CF
❌ Elche suffered a significant blow with Rafa Mir's injury. The Spanish forward is dealing with a hamstring issue, which forced him to miss last round's match against Celta (1-3). Whether the striker will recover in time for Saturday's clash remains uncertain. Iago Santiago will also miss the rest of the season - the Spanish striker underwent knee surgery on Monday to alleviate persistent discomfort. The medical staff hopes Santiago will be ready for the start of the next campaign.
Deportivo Alaves
❌ Carles Aleñá will miss the upcoming clash against Elche. The Spanish midfielder picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in the last round, which automatically triggered a one-match suspension. Facundo Garcés also faces a prolonged absence from football due to a scandal involving his Malaysian citizenship. Another significant issue is the absence of Lucas Boyé; the Argentine forward suffered a hamstring injury at the end of April. Alavés' top scorer is expected to be sidelined for three weeks.
⚽ Goal Prediction
Let's highlight that in 8 of Elche's last 10 matches, there have been at least three goals scored. This trend is also evident in their previous six encounters. It's crucial to note that both sides have conceded an average of 1.56 goals per game this season. Our team anticipates a dynamic match with numerous positional errors. Therefore, we suggest the following bet - over 2.5 goals at odds of 1.88*.
🚩 Corner Prediction
We recommend focusing on the current statistical trends. In 4 out of Alaves' last 5 matches, there have been at least 11 corner kicks. A similar pattern is seen in 5 of the last 7 head-to-head meetings between these teams. Considering these points, it's reasonable to consider the following event - over 9.5 corners at odds of 1.82*.
*Odds are approximate and may vary across different bookmakers.
Editor's Prediction
Both teams are in desperate need of points as they find themselves in a fierce relegation battle with just four matches left in the season. Elche and Alaves have significant defensive issues, which are exacerbated by the tactical approaches of Eder Sarabia and Quique Sanchez Flores, who favor quick transitions from defense to attack, leaving plenty of open spaces on the field. Our editorial team predicts a final score of 2-2, with the key bet being both teams to score (yes).
Betting Tips: Elche CF - Deportivo Alaves
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