Alaves vs Malaga

Alaves have experienced a difficult run in recent matches, recording one win, one draw, and four losses. Their last victory came at home against Osasuna in September, and they have since struggled to find consistency, falling to defeats in their two most recent outings against Atletico Madrid and Celta Vigo. Meanwhile, Malaga have had a testing start, remaining winless across their six listed matches. Their form has seen three draws and three losses, with their most recent encounter ending in a heavy defeat at home to Real Sociedad. Both sides have shown defensive vulnerabilities throughout this period, though Alaves have managed to maintain a slightly stronger defensive record according to the league table.

• F. Garces is reported suspended for Alaves, while M. Rodriguez is also ruled out.
• Malaga have A. Ochoa and J. Lobete ruled out, with D. Murillo and J. Cruz listed as in doubt.
• Alaves have struggled for momentum, winning only one of their last six matches.
• Malaga remain winless this season and have found points hard to come by on their travels.
• The league table shows a significant gap between Alaves in seventh and Malaga in twentieth.

Alaves host this fixture with the advantage of a higher league position and a stronger defensive record compared to their opponents. Malaga have yet to secure a win this season and have found results on the road particularly difficult. While both teams must manage significant absences, Alaves appear better positioned to take something from this encounter. Our records do not allow for a more definitive view given the current form of both sides.

Our records do not contain head-to-head history between these two sides.