Match Overview
The match between Alaves and Villarreal is set to take place on February 10, 2024, at the Estadio de Mendizorroza. This La Liga fixture is part of the regular season and both teams will be looking to secure three points. The odds for this match favor Alaves with a winning probability of 44%, while the chances of a draw are estimated at 28% and an away win for Villarreal stands at 29%.
Historical Face-Off
In their previous encounters, these two teams have faced each other multiple times in La Liga. Looking back at their last eight matches, we can observe that Alaves has won four times, while Villarreal has emerged victorious on three occasions. One match ended in a draw.
When it comes to goals scored, there has been an average of 3.5 goals per game in these fixtures. In six out of the eight matches played, three or more goals were scored.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Alaves has shown mixed results recently across various competitions. In their last six matches, they have won four games and lost two. Their goal scoring record during this period stands at nine goals scored and seven conceded.
In terms of their performance in La Liga, Alaves currently sits in the 11th position with 26 points from 23 matches played. They have recorded seven wins, five draws, and suffered eleven defeats so far this season.
Their most recent match was against Barcelona which ended in a disappointing defeat with a scoreline of 1-3.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Villarreal has struggled in their away games recently. Out of their last six away matches across all competitions, they have managed only one victory while losing two games and drawing three others. They have scored eight goals and conceded 11 during this period.
In La Liga, Villarreal currently occupies the 14th position with 24 points from 23 matches played. Their record includes six wins, six draws, and eleven losses.
Their most recent match was against Cadiz which ended in a goalless draw.
Key Players Spotlight
For Alaves, Samuel Omorodion has been a standout player in recent matches. He has contributed seven goals and one assist so far this season. Another player to watch out for is Luis Rioja who has scored four goals and provided three assists.
Villarreal’s Gerard Moreno has been their top performer with eleven goals and three assists in La Liga. He will be a key figure in their attack. Dani Parejo is another influential player with three goals and one assist to his name.
Statistical Insights
Looking at the statistics, Alaves has been more successful at home compared to Villarreal’s away performances. Alaves has won five out of their eleven home matches in La Liga, while Villarreal has managed only three wins on the road out of their eleven away games.
Furthermore, Alaves’ goal difference at home stands at -2, whereas Villarreal’s goal difference away from home is -8.
Both teams have struggled defensively this season, conceding an average of over one goal per game. However, they have also shown potency in attack with an average of around one goal scored per game.
Match Prediction: Alaves 2-1 Villarreal
Based on the analysis of both teams’ recent form, performance statistics, and key players’ contributions, it is predicted that Alaves will emerge as winners in this match against Villarreal. The final scoreline is anticipated to be Alaves 2-1 Villarreal.
