Alavés Faces Girona in Crucial LaLiga Clash Amid Relegation Battle

Deportivo Alavés will host Girona this Saturday at 14:00 local time in a pivotal LaLiga EA Sports match at Mendizorroza Stadium. The game comes as Alavés, currently struggling near the relegation zone, seeks its first win under new coach Eduardo “Chacho” Coudet. The team has accumulated 17 points this season, while Girona, sitting comfortably mid-table, boasts 25 points after a recent victory over Valladolid.

Offensively, Girona holds the edge, averaging 1.4 goals per game compared to Alavés’ 1.2. The visitors also lead in expected goals (1.0 vs. 0.8) and shots on target (3.8 vs. 3.2), according to statistics from Driblab. Girona’s passing accuracy (88.9%) and possession (48%) further highlight their superior control in matches.

Defensively, Girona also outperforms Alavés, conceding fewer goals (1.4 vs. 1.7 per game) and winning more aerial duels (46.8% vs. 42%). Alavés, however, has shown resilience in defensive actions, averaging 12 ball recoveries in the opponent’s half per game, slightly below Girona’s 12.9.

Coudet, who took over Alavés recently, remains optimistic despite the team’s struggles. “I see the team assimilating the idea of play and work. We’ve used this break well, and the players have worked hard. I hope we can reflect that on the field,” he said in a pre-match press conference.

Girona’s coach, Míchel, praised his team’s preparation but acknowledged the challenge ahead. “Alavés is a tough opponent, especially at home. We respect them, but we aim to continue our positive momentum,” he stated.

Alavés will miss one of its key Argentine players due to a training injury, while Tomás Conechny and another regular starter are expected to feature. The match is crucial for Alavés, who are just two points above the relegation zone and have gone six games without a win in LaLiga.