Deportivo Alaves vs Barcelona prediction and betting tips on February 3, 2024

Prediction on game Win Barcelona

Odds: 1.936

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One of the Saturday clashes in the 23rd round of the Spanish championship will be played at the Mendizorroza arena, where the local Alavés will host the Catalan giants, Barcelona. Our website's experts have crafted a prediction for this encounter.

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Deportivo Alaves

Under the management of Luis García, the team did not stay outside the elite division for long and promptly, albeit through highly dramatic playoff clashes, returned to La Liga. Moreover, the "bean destroyers" have almost secured themselves from relegation thanks to a three-game winning streak, culminating in a convincing 3-0 away victory over Almería in the last round. Currently, Alavés holds the 11th position in the La Liga standings with 26 points to their credit. Samu Omorodion notched a brace, and Luis Rioja added a third goal to their tally.

Barcelona

The current season has proven challenging for the Catalans. While Barcelona navigated through the group stage of the Champions League smoothly, constant setbacks in the domestic league have resulted in the "blaugranas" occupying only the fourth position. They trail the leading Girona by 8 points, with Real Madrid, having a game in hand, positioned 7 points ahead. The loss in the "El Clásico" to Real Madrid in the Spanish Super Cup (1:4), followed by a defeat to Athletic Bilbao in the Copa del Rey (2:4), led to significant instability in Xavi's legendary managerial chair. The definitive decision about his departure was made after a thrashing by Villarreal at Camp Nou – 3:5. However, midweek, the "culés" secured three points in a home fixture against Osasuna, although this is unlikely to be a consolation for the fans.

Interesting facts about the match and head-to-head history

• In the first round, Barcelona defeated Alavés 2-1, with the "blaugranas" conceding a goal in the first minute of the game.
• In the last 10 head-to-head encounters, Barcelona has never lost to Alavés, winning on 8 occasions.
• Only in one of the last 5 matches between these teams at Mendizorroza, more than two goals were scored.

Deportivo Alaves vs Barcelona prediction

Luis García's team is in good form and will play with the support of their home crowd. Alavés, in their own fortress, is capable of challenging any opponent, as evidenced by Real Madrid snatching a victory in the dying moments. We believe Barcelona will find a way through the "brave" defense, so our wager is a "Barcelona Win" with odds set at 1.9.

Prediction on game Win Barcelona

Odds: 1.936

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