Alaves vs Malaga prediction, lineups, bet builder tips and odds for this LaLiga clash, plus team news, standout bets and where to watch the game live.
Alaves vs Malaga Match Summary
Competition | Spanish Primera Division (LaLiga), 2026/2027 |
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Match Date | Friday 23 October 2026 |
Match Time | 20:00 UK time |
Venue (City, Stadium) | Vitoria-Gasteiz, Mendizorroza |
Broadcast (TV / Streaming / Radio / Bookmaker Streaming) | DAZN (Spain, streaming) |
Mendizorroza hosts a fixture with an obvious storyline on Friday night, as Alaves vs Malaga pits a side desperate to stop the rot against the only winless team in LaLiga.
Alaves sit seventh on 11 points, but a promising start has soured badly. Back-to-back defeats have cranked up the pressure, and a home date with the bottom side is the perfect reset.
Newly promoted Malaga are rock bottom with four points and no wins. Their long top-flight absence has ended, but survival already looks a steep climb.
History leans towards the hosts as well. Alaves have won four of the previous meetings between the clubs to Malaga's one, with a single draw completing the record.
Alaves vs Malaga Form
Alaves have stalled. A bright start has given way to a five-match winless run in LaLiga, and the latest setback was a 2-1 defeat at Celta Vigo, where Hugo Novoa's late goal was only a consolation. The good news is that Ángel Pérez is available again, and his threat from the right flank gives the attack some much-needed bite.
Malaga are still waiting for a first league win of the campaign and have now gone 13 LaLiga matches without a victory. A 5-2 home thumping by Real Sociedad last time out summed up their problems at the back. Adrián Niño has been the bright spark in attack, offering the goal threat that keeps them in games.
Alaves vs Malaga Lineups & Team News
Injuries & Suspensions
Alaves: Facundo Garces (Injured/out, Suspended), Mikel Rodriguez (Injured/out)
Malaga: Joaquin Munoz (Injured/out), Julen Lobete (Injured/out), Aaron Ochoa (Injured/out), Diego Murillo (Injured/doubtful), Juan Cruz (Injured/doubtful)
Alaves
The big boost for the Alaves vs Malaga lineups is the return of Angel Perez, who is expected to start at right wing-back. Facundo Garces and Mikel Rodriguez remain out until April with ACL injuries, and Garces is also serving a FIFA suspension. Mariano is in line to partner Lucas Boye up front.
Malaga
Malaga are without Joaquin Munoz, who has been ruled out with a soleus injury. Julen Lobete is sidelined until April with an ACL injury, while Aaron Ochoa's torn meniscus keeps him out until January. Diego Murillo (knee) and Juan Cruz (hamstring) are both doubts, and Adam Aznou is in line to start at left-back.
Alaves vs Malaga Predicted Lineup
Alaves
Formation: 3-5-2 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Sivera; N. Valentini, V. Koski, N. Tenaglia; Á. Pérez, D. Suárez, A. Blanco, P. Ibáñez, A. Rebbach; L. Boyé, M. Díaz
Malaga
Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)
Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Herrero; Rafita, Á. Recio, F. Calero, A. Aznou; P. Martínez, C. Dotor; D. Larrubia, D. Lorenzo, A. Niño; Chupe
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Alaves vs Malaga Key Stats & Match Facts
Malaga have received 2+ cards in 4 of their last 4 matches vs Deportivo Alaves (LaLiga).
Jonny Otto has made 4+ tackles in 3 of his last 4 appearances vs Malaga (LaLiga).
There have been 11+ shots on target in 3 of Malaga's last 3 matches (LaLiga).
Ángel Pérez has recorded 1+ shots on target in 4 of his last 5 appearances (LaLiga).
Rafita has won 2+ fouls in 4 of his last 4 appearances (LaLiga).
Alaves vs Malaga Prediction & Best Bets
Our prediction: Alaves 3-1 Malaga. The hosts are out of sorts, but there is no better opponent to arrest a slide than a side without a win in 13 LaLiga outings. Malaga struggle badly in the air and against counter-attacks, both areas where Alaves carry real menace, so the Alaves vs Malaga prediction is a comfortable home win, with the visitors still good enough to nick a goal.
Best Bets
Alaves to win the match in the Win Market. The hosts are the clear favourites at home against bottom-placed Malaga. This is the cornerstone of our Alaves vs Malaga best bets. Malaga have won none of their last nine matches against all opponents, and an Alaves side that loves stealing the ball and attacking down the wings is well set up to expose a leaky back line.
Both Teams To Score: Yes. Both sides are projected to find the net. Alaves create plenty of chances and Malaga are poor at defending counter-attacks and long shots, so the hosts have goals in them. At the other end, Malaga love to attack down the right, and that is exactly where an Alaves defence that struggles against wide attacks can be got at.
Alaves vs Malaga Bet Builder
Our Alaves vs Malaga bet builder tips lean heavily on Lucas Boyé, with a trio of his player props joined by Adrián Niño to score, combining at 19/2 with Bet365.
Lucas Boyé Over 1.5 Fouls: Boyé has picked up 2+ fouls in every one of his seven LaLiga outings this term. He leads the line physically and never shies away from a duel.
Lucas Boyé Over 2.5 Shots: Five of his previous seven LaLiga games have brought 3+ shots, and Alaves are a team that take plenty of them.
Lucas Boyé Over 0.5 Shots On Target: He has tested the keeper at least once in five of his last seven top-flight appearances, and Malaga's soft defending only helps.
Adrián Niño Anytime Goalscorer: The attacker has found the net twice in his past three LaLiga games and fits our view that Malaga get on the scoresheet here.
At the time of writing, this bet builder pays a best price of 19/2 and is as short as 7/1 elsewhere.
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Alaves vs Malaga Talking Points
Einar Galilea's return to Mendizorroza is the human story, with the Malaga centre-back heading back to the club where he spent 16 years in the academy and first team. He has picked up a card in two of his last three top-flight outings, so Boyé's physical approach could test his discipline. Malaga have conceded 18 goals in their first nine LaLiga matches, among the leakiest records in the division, which only underlines why Alaves fancy their chances of ending a winless run that has dragged on far too long.
Alaves vs Malaga Predictions FAQs
When is Alaves vs Malaga kicking off?
Alaves vs Malaga kicks off at 20:00 UK time on Friday 23 October 2026.
Where is Alaves vs Malaga being played?
The match is being played at Mendizorroza in Vitoria-Gasteiz.
Where can I watch Alaves vs Malaga?
The match is listed on DAZN in Spain.
What competition is Alaves vs Malaga in?
It is a LaLiga match in the 2026/2027 season.
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