La Liga· Season 2025
Match Summary
Alaves defeated Barcelona 1:0. The match was played in La Liga 2025. Goals were scored by I. Diabate 45′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Alaves had 23% possession while Barcelona held 77%. Alaves had 9 shots (3 on target) compared to 8 (0 on target) for Barcelona. Expected goals: Alaves 0.66 — Barcelona 0.59. Alaves made 3 substitutions, Barcelona made 5.
Match Events
assist: A. Blanco
Match Statistics
Alaves had 23% possession against Barcelona's 77%. Alaves registered 9 shots (3 on target) while Barcelona managed 8 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 6–4. Fouls committed: 14–8.
Lineups
Alaves lined up in a 5-3-2 formation under Quique Sanchez Flores, while Barcelona deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Hansi Flick.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Alaves is 6.76, compared to 6.95 for Barcelona. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Alaves's highest-rated starter is T. Martinez (6.99), while Barcelona's best-rated player is A. Cortes (7.70).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Alaves have contributed 23 goals and 18 assists this season, led by T. Martinez (14G). Barcelona's starters account for 34 goals and 25 assists, spearheaded by R. Lewandowski (14G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Alaves deploy 5 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Barcelona's 4-man backline averaging 7.13. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Alaves field 3 midfielders averaging 6.70, versus Barcelona's 5 rated 6.82. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Alaves start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.77, compared to 1 for Barcelona averaging 6.77. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 75% for Alaves and 88% for Barcelona. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Alaves's starters have collected 45 yellow cards this season, compared to 23 for Barcelona. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Alaves's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: A. Perez (23), oldest: D. Suarez (31)), while Barcelona average 24.9 (youngest: P. Cubarsi (18), oldest: R. Lewandowski (37)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Alaves's starters average 27 league appearances each, versus 24 for Barcelona. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: Quique Sanchez Flores
Substitutes
Coach: Hansi Flick
Alaves and Barcelona have met 17 times — Alaves won 1, Barcelona won 14, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Barcelona leads the head-to-head with 14 victories from 17 meetings. A combined 55 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.24 per match (10 for the home side, 45 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (53%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 11 games (65%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Barcelona are currently unbeaten in the last 16 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–1 in 2021.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
Match Prediction
Injuries & Suspensions
Alaves
- DoubtfulL. Boye
- DoubtfulF. Garces
- DoubtfulL. Boye
- DoubtfulF. Garces
Barcelona
- Doubtful—
- DoubtfulLamine Yamal
- DoubtfulRaphinha
- DoubtfulF. de Jong
- Doubtful—
- DoubtfulLamine Yamal
- DoubtfulRaphinha
- DoubtfulF. de Jong
Bookmaker Odds
Best price
Alaves
3.30
Unibet
Draw
3.82
Pinnacle
Barcelona
2.24
1xBet
Betting Odds & Historical Data
Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.
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Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.7
Average goals per game
50%
Games with 3+ goals
60%
Both teams scored
Head-to-Head Record
Barcelona dominatesHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (20%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (31%) — the odds may underestimate Barcelona.
Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.
Market Summary
Margin: 5.4%Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.
Implied Probability
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 3.10 | 3.75 | 2.15 |
| Max | 3.10 | 3.75 | 2.15 |
Result vs. Market
Result differed from market prediction
Match Statistics
Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.
Home Record / Away Record
Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.
Data: football-data.co.uk
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 17 May 2026