Alaves vs Mallorca: prediction, H2H and probable lineups — 25.04.2026
One of the key matches of La Liga's 35th round in the fight for survival will take place on Saturday at the Mendizorrotza Stadium in Vitoria-Gasteiz, where Alaves will host Mallorca. The gap between the teams is just two points, so the margin for error here is almost nonexistent.
Match preview
Alaves approach the end of the season in the relegation zone, but Quique Sanchez Flores' side hardly look doomed based on their recent performances. In midweek, the Basques put up a solid fight at the Santiago Bernabeu, losing 1-2 to Real Madrid, and before that, they were unbeaten in four straight matches, including a 2-2 home draw with Osasuna.
The main asset for the hosts is the partnership of Lucas Boyé and Toni Martinez, who have netted 20 goals between them in the league. On top of that, Abde Rebbach returns to the squad, and Alaves' remaining fixtures include direct clashes with their relegation rivals, meaning this match could be the turning point of their season.
Mallorca have also improved at the right time: after a tough losing streak, Martin Demichelis' team picked up 11 points from six rounds, climbing to 14th place. Last time out, the islanders drew 1-1 with Valencia, maintaining their momentum ahead of this crucial away game.
However, Mallorca's away form remains a major concern: just six points from 15 road matches — one of the worst records in the league. Even with Vedat Muriqi enjoying a stellar season with 21 goals, the visitors will find it difficult to impose their style in a must-win game for Alaves.
Probable lineups
- Alaves: Sivera, Tenaglia, Jonny, Parada, Perez, Blanco, Ibanez, Rebbach, Guridi, Martinez, Boyé.
- Mallorca: Roman, Maffeo, Valjent, Mascarell, Mojica, Darder, Costa, Morlanes, Torre, Muriqi, Virgili.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Before losing to Real Madrid, Alaves were unbeaten in four consecutive La Liga matches.
- Mallorca have picked up 11 points in their last six league games.
- Mallorca won the first meeting of the season against Alaves 1-0 and could complete the double in head-to-head clashes.
Prediction
Alaves will play more aggressively due to their relegation battle, but Mallorca are organized enough these days not to crumble under pressure. The islanders' poor away record prevents them from being clear favorites, but Muriqi's form makes them dangerous in any attack. We believe the "both teams to score" bet at 1.77 has real value here.
