Alaves vs Villarreal Prediction, Lineups, Betting Pick, Latest La Liga Odds - Friday, August 28th
High-flying Deportivo Alaves host Villarreal in an intriguing LaLiga clash on Friday, August 28th. Read our lineups, team news, and match prediction.
OC Staff - August 28, 2026, 1:30 PM EDT
3 Minute ReadAlaves vs Villarreal: Lineups, Team News and Prediction
High-flying Deportivo Alaves host Villarreal in an intriguing LaLiga clash on Friday, August 28th, with kick-off scheduled for 3:30 PM ET. The hosts currently occupy a lofty fifth position in the early standings, while the visitors sit in tenth place, looking to convert their resilient performances into a first victory of the campaign.
Alaves vs Villarreal Recent Results
The hosts approach this fixture in a confident mood following a 1-1 draw away at Rayo Vallecano, which built upon an impressive 3-0 home victory against Getafe in their season opener. Meanwhile, the visitors have proved highly entertaining but slightly frustrated, recording consecutive 2-2 draws against Racing Santander and Atletico. The away side has shown immense character by coming from behind in both matches, but defensive vulnerabilities remain a concern.
Alaves vs Villarreal Head to Head
The last meeting between these two sides in March of last year ended in a tightly contested 1-1 draw. Over their last six encounters, there has been very little to separate them, with the visitors claiming two victories, the hosts winning once, and three matches ending in draws. Historically, games at the home of the Basque side tend to be tight, low-scoring affairs.
Alaves vs Villarreal Odds
Alaves vs Villarreal Date, Time, and Where to Watch
- Date: Friday, August 28th, 2026
- Time: 3:30 PM ET
- Where to Watch: ESPN+, ESPN Deportes
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Alaves vs Villarreal Probable Lineups
Deportivo Alaves (3-5-2): Sivera; Otto, Koski, Tenaglia; Rebbach, Blanco, Suárez, Ibáñez, Pérez; Díaz, Martínez
Villarreal (4-2-3-1): Júnior; Romero, Veiga, Foyth, Mouriño; Gueye, Comesaña; Moleiro, Pérez, Pepe; Mikautadze
The hosts will look to dominate the physical battle, where they hold a clear statistical advantage, winning an average of 15 aerial duels per game compared to the visitors' average of just 8. The defensive trio of Otto, Koski, and Tenaglia will provide a sturdy platform, allowing Blanco and Suárez to control the midfield. For the visitors, the creative spark of Moleiro and Pepe will be crucial in unlocking a disciplined home defense.
Alaves vs Villarreal Team News
The hosts boast a clean bill of health ahead of this fixture. Up front, Martinez and Lucas Boye are both pushing to lead the line. The visitors are also in a fortunate position with a fully fit squad to choose from. They are further boosted by the return of Alassane Diatta, who is available once again following a suspension.
Deportivo Alaves vs Villarreal Match Facts
- Deportivo Alaves have seen under 2.5 goals in their last 3 home matches against Villarreal in all competitions.
- Deportivo Alaves are undefeated in their last 5 home matches against Villarreal in all competitions.
- There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Villarreal's last 3 games in LaLiga.
- Villarreal have scored at least 2 goals in their last 3 matches in LaLiga.
Prediction: Deportivo Alaves 1-1 Villarreal
Both sides have shown qualities that suggest they can cancel each other out. The home side's strengths lie in set-pieces, aerial dominance, and long-range shooting—areas where the visitors are statistically vulnerable, particularly in defending set-pieces and long shots. However, the away side excels at fighting back from losing positions and creating high-quality chances through possession football. Given the visitors' knack for stalemates and the hosts' solid home record, a 1-1 draw is highly likely.
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While historical trends at this venue point toward low-scoring games, the visitors' current form cannot be ignored. They have scored at least two goals in their last three LaLiga matches but have also conceded heavily. With the hosts possessing the offensive tools to exploit the visitors' defensive weaknesses, backing both teams to find the back of the net offers excellent value.
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