Alaves - Real Madrid

Regular Season - 18
Kickoff: 2023-12-21 19:30

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Alaves - Real Madrid Predictions

Prediction: Real Madrid
Best odds: 1.71

As the La Liga season heats up, an intriguing clash is on the horizon with Alaves set to host the formidable Real Madrid at Estadio de Mendizorroza on a chilly Thursday night. The predictions are pointing towards a Real Madrid victory, but with football's unpredictable nature, could Alaves cause an upset in front of their home crowd?

Key Players

Alaves will rely heavily on their defensive stalwart, Aleksandar Sedlar. With a rating of 6.75, Sedlar has been a rock at the back, contributing not only defensively but also offensively with one goal from his four total shots. In the midfield, Ander Guevara Lajo stands out with a 6.90 rating. His vision and ability to distribute the ball, as evidenced by his 622 total passes and 10 key passes, make him a pivotal figure in Alaves' attempts to control the midfield battle.

Real Madrid, on the other hand, boasts a wealth of talent including Brahim Abdelkader Díaz, who holds a 6.78 rating. Although his time on the pitch has seen limited action with only 57 passes, his potential to make a difference is evident. The attacking prowess of José Luis Sanmartín Mato, known as Joselu, cannot be underestimated. With a 6.91 rating, 15 shots on target, and 5 goals, his clinical finishing will be key for Real Madrid. Lastly, Vinícius José Paixão de Oliveira Júnior, commonly known as Vinícius Júnior, with a 7.00 rating, is a constant threat with his pace and skill, contributing 2 goals and an assist to the team's cause.

Recent Form

Alaves' form has been a mixed bag, with their last five games resulting in two wins, a draw, and two losses (LDWLW). Their home record is more reassuring, with four wins from eight games. Real Madrid's recent form is more consistent (DWWWD), and they sit comfortably in second place in the standings. Their away form is particularly impressive, with six wins from nine outings.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head record between these two sides is not provided, but given Real Madrid's historical dominance in La Liga, it would not be surprising if they held the upper hand against Alaves.

Prediction

The prediction for this match is leaning heavily towards Real Madrid with a significant 71.7% chance of victory according to the provided data. Alaves, with a 0% chance of winning as per the predictions, will need to defy the odds to come away with any points. The form of key players like Joselu and Vinícius Júnior for Real Madrid will be crucial, as will the defensive performances of Aleksandar Sedlar for Alaves.

Real Madrid's attacking strength is highlighted by their superior attacking stats, with an attacking rating of 69 compared to Alaves' 31, and a defensive rating of 67 against Alaves' 33. Goals are expected to be in Real Madrid's favor, with a -3.5 goal difference forecast for the away team, indicating a potential for a high-scoring affair.

In conclusion, while football can always surprise us, the data suggests a strong likelihood of a Real Madrid victory. Alaves will have to put in a remarkable performance to take anything from this match, especially considering Real Madrid's potent attacking force and solid defense. Fans can expect an exciting game, with Real Madrid likely to continue their pursuit of the top spot in La Liga.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

24%
76%

Attacking Potential

21%
79%

Defensive Potential

30%
70%

Poisson Distribution

25%
75%

Stregth H2H

20%
80%

Goals H2H

22%
78%

Wins the game

24%
76%

Alaves - Real Madrid Head to Head

La Liga standings

Rank Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts
1 Real Madrid players, news and schedule Real Madrid 30 23 6 1 66 20 46 75
2 Barcelona players, news and schedule Barcelona 30 20 7 3 61 34 27 67
3 Girona players, news and schedule Girona 30 20 5 5 62 36 26 65
4 Athletic Club players, news and schedule Athletic Club 30 16 8 6 50 28 22 56
5 Atletico Madrid players, news and schedule Atletico Madrid 29 17 4 8 54 34 20 55
6 Real Sociedad players, news and schedule Real Sociedad 30 13 10 7 43 31 12 49
7 Real Betis players, news and schedule Real Betis 30 10 12 8 36 36 0 42
8 Valencia players, news and schedule Valencia 29 11 8 10 32 32 0 41
9 Osasuna players, news and schedule Osasuna 30 11 6 13 36 43 -7 39
10 Villarreal players, news and schedule Villarreal 29 10 8 11 47 51 -4 38
11 Getafe players, news and schedule Getafe 30 9 11 10 37 43 -6 38
12 Las Palmas players, news and schedule Las Palmas 30 10 7 13 29 33 -4 37
13 Alaves players, news and schedule Alaves 30 8 8 14 26 36 -10 32
14 Sevilla players, news and schedule Sevilla 30 7 10 13 37 44 -7 31
15 Mallorca players, news and schedule Mallorca 30 6 13 11 25 35 -10 31
16 Rayo Vallecano players, news and schedule Rayo Vallecano 30 6 12 12 25 38 -13 30
17 Celta Vigo players, news and schedule Celta Vigo 30 6 10 14 32 44 -12 28
18 Cadiz players, news and schedule Cadiz 30 4 13 13 21 40 -19 25
19 Granada CF players, news and schedule Granada CF 29 2 8 19 30 59 -29 14
20 Almeria players, news and schedule Almeria 30 1 10 19 28 60 -32 13