Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(33) 20 Goals 16 (29)
(28) 17 Assists 7 (12)
(6.4) 6.6 Average Ratings 6.5 (6.4)
25.2 Average Age 30.5
182.5 Average Height (cm) 177.4
(0.8) 0.8 Shots pg 0.8 (0.8)
(48%) 50% Aerial Duel Success 48% (47%)
(0.6) 0.5 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.4)
(1.1) 1 Tackles pg 1 (1.1)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in LaLiga.

Missing Players

Deportivo Alaves
Rayo Vallecano
Player Reason Status Rating
Aleksandar Sedlar Out 6.57
Player Reason Status Rating
Diego Méndez Out 6.34

Team News

Deportivo Alaves
Rayo Vallecano
  • Alex Sola returns to full fitness having been given a break during the match against Osasuna, he could start whilst Carlos Vicente drops to the bench.
  • Antonio Blanco was selected for media duties Alaves' midweek press conference and will likely start this weekend. Carlos Benavidez could find himself as a substitute again.
  • Pep Chavarria returns from his suspension and will be available as a defensive option for Rayo.
  • Isi Palazon returns, whilst Diego Mendez is the visitors' only injury concern for Sunday.

Prediction

  • Deportivo Alaves welcome Rayo Vallecano to the Basque country on Sunday afternoon, aiming to seek revenge for the 2-0 loss they suffered to Rayo in Madrid back in September. Since then, Alaves have found a solid grip on the standings in their return to the Spanish first division.
  • This one is likely to be an action-packed matchup, with neither side sharing the spoils in the two's last five meetings. Whoever comes away with the points will take some much-needed confidence, too, with Alaves last winning on the 26th of January and Rayo last winning on the 2nd of January.
  • Expect this match to be a tight one - and contrary to previous meetings - a draw could be on the cards.
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