Osasuna vs Alaves Prediction 20 December 2025
🎙️ Will Alaves extend their unbeaten run in head-to-head clashes with Osasuna? One of the unpredictable matchups in Saturday's La Liga lineup features Osasuna taking on Alaves at El Sadar. Both clubs are currently direct rivals, fighting to maintain their status in the top tier of Spanish football. The "Reds" have the home-field advantage, but the "Glorious" have repeatedly shown their ability to challenge even the giants of Spanish football. Bookmakers slightly favor Osasuna, giving them a two-to-one edge.
Head-to-Head
📊 In their last three head-to-head encounters, Alaves have not lost to Osasuna. Last season, both clashes ended in draws: 2-2 at "El Sadar" and 1-1 at "Mendizorrotza." Let's note the average scoring rate for each side over their last 10 meetings: the "Reds" average 1.4 goals, while the "Glorious" average 1. Both teams are highly motivated to upset each other to boost their chances of staying in the top flight, adding extra intrigue to the match.
Head-to-head statistics Osasuna - Alaves
Osasuna Team Overview
🔴 Osasuna are currently unpredictable-they could secure points against a top team or falter against a clear underdog. This inconsistency is typical as Alessio Lisci and his coaching staff need time to fully implement their tactical ideas. At the moment, the "Reds" sit 16th in the league standings with just 15 points. It's worth noting that the majority of their points come from home games-13 from 7 matches (only 2 losses at El Sadar in the current La Liga season).
📌 Despite their struggles in the domestic league, Osasuna's performances in the Copa del Rey have been a source of joy for their fans. Last Wednesday, the "Reds" secured an away victory over Huesca (4-2 AET), which earned them a spot in the Round of 16. One of the standout performers was Raúl De Aro, who netted a brace. However, in their previous La Liga outing, the team from Pamplona couldn't pull off an upset, falling to Barcelona (0-2). Alessio Lisci's tactical plan largely worked as Osasuna maintained a low defensive line and refrained from pressing, which prevented gaps between their lines and made it harder for their opponents to break through.
Match Results: Osasuna
Deportivo Alaves Team Overview
🔵 The "Glorious Ones" are one of the toughest opponents for any team in La Liga. Their pragmatic tactical approach and strong physical conditioning contribute to their defensive reliability, effectively holding back opposing attacking lines. Alavés have averaged 0.88 goals per game while conceding 1.06 in this season's league campaign. Currently, the club from Vitoria-Gasteiz sits 12th in the standings with 18 points. However, their away form leaves much to be desired, with only one victory this season (against Athletic - 1-0).
⚪️ Eduardo Coudet's side also progressed to the next round of the Copa del Rey, with Sevilla falling victim to the club from Vitoria-Gasteiz (1-0). A goal from Carlos Vicente was enough to secure the win and break the opponent's resistance. However, their league form has been less impressive, with just one win in their last five matches (against Real Sociedad - 1-0). In their latest La Liga outing, the "Glorious Ones" narrowly lost to Real Madrid (1-2). The Argentine coach prepared his team well and tactically outmaneuvered his counterpart, but the individual brilliance of Los Blancos proved decisive.
Match Results: Deportivo Alaves
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Osasuna
🎤 Following their cup victory over Huesca (4-2 AET), Alessio Lisci expressed his satisfaction with his team's performance: "The team is very pleased with what we achieved. I believe we deserved to avoid extra time, but it was necessary, and that's football. We stepped back and moved forward. The last time Osasuna reached the final, they had four matches that went into extra time. That doesn't mean the team was poor or didn't deserve to reach the final. You have to do what the competition demands. I'm thrilled with this tournament from the first round. Every round is challenging for me. Obviously, the further you go, the happier you are. Now we need to carry this momentum into the upcoming league match.”
❌ Among Osasuna's unavailable players are Iker Benito (knee injury) and Flavien Boyomo (on international duty).
Deportivo Alaves
📰 Alaves are undoubtedly struggling with their scoring efficiency. However, Eduardo Coudet doesn't focus solely on this issue. In his framework, maintaining excellent physical fitness is far more crucial, as it allows the team to sustain high intensity throughout the match. The current attacking powerhouse for Alaves is Carlos Vicente, who has tallied 8 goals and 3 assists across all competitions this season. It's been mentioned multiple times that successful work in the transfer market will enable Eduardo Coudet to build a systematic team focused on achieving the club's long-term objectives.
❌ Among the unavailable players for Alaves in the upcoming match are Facundo Garces (suspension), Lucas Boye (leg injury), and Jonny Otto (leg injury).
⚽️ Goal Prediction
This season, both clubs have struggled to convert their chances, averaging just 0.9 goals per game. Moreover, head-to-head encounters between Osasuna and Alaves have rarely been high-scoring affairs, with no more than two goals scored in 5 of their last 7 meetings. Given these statistics, we suggest the following bet - total goals under 2.5.
🚩 Corner Prediction
In 5 of their last 7 head-to-head matches, there have been a maximum of 10 corner kicks. The emphasis on vertical play with numerous long passes has impacted each club's current league standings. Let's also note the average number of corners earned by each side this season: Osasuna - 2.9, Alaves - 5.3. We recommend considering the following bet - Osasuna's individual total corners under 5.5.
Editorial Prediction
When forming the key bet, it's crucial to consider the home/away performance of the teams. If the "Reds" secure most of their points at their home ground, the "Braves" face significant challenges in away fixtures. Moreover, Alessio Lisci is gradually adapting his tactical ideas to the current squad, achieving several interim successes along the way. Our editorial team predicts a final score of 1-0, with the key bet being Osasuna to win with a handicap (0).
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