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La Liga | Fri 28 Aug, 20:30

Alaves v Villarreal Stats

Data last updated: Thu 27 Aug 2026, 08:15 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Friday night's La Liga fixture at Estadio de Mendizorroza sees Alaves aiming to end a long winless streak against a strong Villarreal side currently fourth in the table. Alaves face defensive challenges with key suspension and injury concerns, while Villarreal bring momentum from four wins in their last six matches and a potent attack with 50 league goals. The hosts rely on aerial strength and set-piece threats to counter Villarreal's clinical transitions and attacking depth. Both teams have shown tendencies for goals recently, setting the stage for an open, high-stakes contest with tactical nuances on both flanks.

BT4Y best bet

Alaves Win & Over 2.5 Goals

  • Alaves have conceded in 12 consecutive league matches but remain strong in aerial duels, averaging 16.6 wins per match.
  • Villarreal have scored 50 goals this season and won four of their last six La Liga games, showing attacking potency.
  • Recent matches involving Villarreal have consistently gone over 2.5 goals, indicating a high-scoring trend.
  • Alaves' key attackers, Lucas Boye and Toni Martinez, provide goal threats through direct play and aerial presence.
  • Villarreal's fluid front line, including Alberto Moleiro and Georges Mikautadze, offers multiple routes to goal through quick transitions.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model identifies strong value in Alaves winning combined with over 2.5 goals, assigning a 43.1% chance against a market implied probability of 23.1%. Alaves' aerial control and set-piece threat provide a realistic scoring route despite their defensive struggles. Villarreal's high-scoring form and attacking depth suggest multiple goals will be scored. The combination reflects a tactical clash where Alaves' physical style and Villarreal's clinical transitions create an open game with scoring opportunities at both ends. No data limitations affect in this pick.

Model Chance43.1%
Strong positive
Market Implied Chance23.1%
Strong positive
Alaves Aerial Duels Won16.6 per match
Positive
Villarreal Goals Scored50 in 27 matches
Strong positive
Recent Over 2.5 Goals RateVillarreal 100%, Alaves 50%
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Alaves' aerial strength and set-piece threat combined with Villarreal's attacking firepower set up a dynamic, high-scoring encounter. While Villarreal are favorites, Alaves' physical style and home advantage provide a solid foundation for a win with goals. This pick balances tactical insight with recent form and statistical trends.

Main risk

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Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match tactical and statistical analysis

“Alaves' ability to exploit aerial duels and set pieces against a Villarreal side vulnerable in the air makes this an intriguing match for a home win with multiple goals. The tactical battle on the flanks and transitions promises an open game.”

Key Data Signals

Alaves Win & Over 2.5 Goals evidence

Alaves have conceded in 12 consecutive league matches but remain strong in aerial duels, averaging 16.6 wins per match.

Villarreal have scored 50 goals this season and won four of their last six La Liga games, showing attacking potency.

Recent matches involving Villarreal have consistently gone over 2.5 goals, indicating a high-scoring trend.

Alaves' key attackers, Lucas Boye and Toni Martinez, provide goal threats through direct play and aerial presence.

What To Watch In The Data

Alaves Win & Over 2.5 Goals notes

  • The last ten head-to-head matches average 3.1 goals, supporting an expectation of a high-scoring game.
  • Villarreal's recent matches consistently exceed 2.5 goals, while Alaves' home games show a mix of defensive vulnerability and aerial threat, indicating a contest with open play and scoring chances on both sides.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Alaves2
Avg goals scored
Villarreal2
Alaves0.5
Avg goals conceded
Villarreal2
Alaves50%
BTTS rate
Villarreal100%
Alaves50%
Over 2.5 goals
Villarreal100%
Best odds for this sectionBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 75% vs implied 60% · edge +15 pts
1.67
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 88%
1.25
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.8
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 48%
3
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Under 2.5 GoalsBetUK guide price · model 31%
2
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 28%
2.1
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Both teams have shown tendencies for goals, with Villarreal's last three league matches all exceeding 2.5 goals and Alaves scoring via aerial set pieces despite defensive frailties. This match is likely to feature multiple goals from open play and set-piece situations, supporting the over 2.5 goals route.
Market odds

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Market aligned with main pickAlaves Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 63% vs implied 48% · edge +15 pts
2.1
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 75%
1.67
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.8
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Alaves to WinBetUK guide price · model 47%
3.1
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The of 10/3 for Alaves to win with over 2.5 goals reflect significant value compared to the model's 43.1% chance. This pricing suggests the market underestimates Alaves' scoring potential and the likelihood of an open game, making this a price-sensitive but attractive selection.

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Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Alaves6
Avg corners for
Villarreal6.5
Alaves12
Avg total corners
Villarreal12
Alaves3
Avg yellow cards
Villarreal3
Alaves16.5
Avg shots
Villarreal12.5
Best odds for this sectionOver 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · Model 61% vs implied 56% · edge +5.4 pts
1.8
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Both teams average around six corners per game, indicating balanced territorial exchanges. Alaves commit around three fouls per game, matching Villarreal's discipline level, suggesting a competitive but controlled match. Shot data shows Alaves take more shots on target, highlighting their attacking intent despite defensive issues.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Alaves

DW
Last 51W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 0L
20 Aug 2026A Rayo Vallecano1-1
15 Aug 2026H Getafe3-0

Villarreal

DD
Last 50W 2D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 2D 0L
23 Aug 2026A Atletico Madrid2-2
16 Aug 2026A Racing Santander2-2
Market aligned with main pickHome / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 77% vs implied 62% · edge +15 pts
1.62
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Alaves Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 63%
2.1
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Alaves to WinBetUK guide price · model 47%
3.1
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Alaves have struggled for wins but maintain a 50% rate of matches going over 2.5 goals, reflecting openness in their games. Villarreal's recent form is strong, with four wins in six and a 100% over 2.5 goals rate, indicating momentum and attacking that could challenge Alaves' defense.
Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

3Alaves wins
3Draws
4Villarreal wins
13 Mar 2026Alaves v Villarreal1-1
10 Jan 2026Villarreal v Alaves3-1
08 Mar 2025Alaves v Villarreal1-0
09 Nov 2024Villarreal v Alaves3-0
10 Feb 2024Alaves v Villarreal1-1
22 Oct 2023Villarreal v Alaves1-1
Market aligned with main pickAlaves to WinBetUK guide price · Model 47% vs implied 32% · edge +15 pts
3.1
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BTTS YesBetMGM guide price · model 75%
1.67
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.8
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The recent head-to-head sample of ten matches shows an average of 3.1 goals per game, indicating a history of open contests. Previous meetings have seen both teams score, supporting the likelihood of goals but offering only moderate support for an Alaves win given Villarreal's recent superiority.
Player stats

Player-level trends, roles and attacking routes.

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Season team stats

La Liga

Alaves2
Played
Villarreal2
Alaves2
Avg goals for
Villarreal2
Alaves0.5
Avg goals against
Villarreal2
Alaves1
Clean sheets
Villarreal0
Market aligned with main pickAlaves Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 63% vs implied 48% · edge +15 pts
2.1
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Alaves to WinBetUK guide price · model 47%
3.1
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Villarreal's 50 goals in 27 matches underscore their offensive efficiency, while Alaves' 25 goals highlight their more limited scoring but notable aerial strength. Defensively, Alaves' 12-match conceding streak contrasts with Villarreal's vulnerability in aerial duels, suggesting a tactical mismatch that could lead to multiple goals.
League standings snapshot

Current table context.

PosTeamPtsPWDLGD
4Alaves421103
9Villarreal220200
Villarreal's fourth-place position reflects consistent top-level performance and pressure to maintain momentum. Alaves sit lower in the table, facing urgent need for points. The standings add context to the stakes but the tactical and form factors provide stronger insight into the likely match dynamics.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

50%Alaves Over 2.5
100%Villarreal Over 2.5
3.1H2H avg goals
The last ten head-to-head matches average 3.1 goals, supporting an expectation of a high-scoring game. Villarreal's recent matches consistently exceed 2.5 goals, while Alaves' home games show a mix of defensive vulnerability and aerial threat, indicating a contest with open play and scoring chances on both sides.

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