Alaves vs Osasuna Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds for Sunday, September 6th

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The Alaves vs Osasuna prediction centers on two fast starters. Both sides banked seven points from their opening three games, and only goal difference splits them in the LaLiga standings heading into Sunday.

Alaves have been the story, sitting fourth after an unbeaten opening trio. The hosts are enjoying their best start to a top-flight season in 25 years, riding real momentum into this matchup.

Osasuna sit just behind in fifth on goal difference. They opened with a tie before edging Celta Vigo and Getafe in their next two, and they arrive at Mendizorroza carrying plenty of confidence of their own.

History leans toward the visitors. Osasuna are undefeated in their last 9 away games against Alaves in all competitions, a run that makes this evenly matched contest more intriguing than the standings suggest.

Alaves vs Osasuna Recent Results

Alaves have flown out of the gate, sitting fifth in the LaLiga standings with a form ranking to match. They are unbeaten through their first three games and racked up seven points, conceding just once along the way. Their strengths on counter attacks, set pieces and creating scoring chances give them a direct, aggressive edge, with Lucas Boye leading the line.

Osasuna have kept pace, sitting sixth in the standings after a strong opening stretch of their own. They also gave up only one goal across three games, blending a stubborn, set-piece-savvy defense with a knack for coming back from losing positions. Ante Budimir spearheads the attack and has a long history of finding the net against these hosts.

Alaves vs Osasuna Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Alaves: Toni Martinez (Injured/out), Mikel Rodriguez (Injured/doubtful)

Osasuna: Jorge Herrando (Injured/out), Aimar Oroz (Injured/out), Valentin Rosier (Injured/doubtful)

Alaves

Toni Martinez picked up an injury last week and is set to be out until the middle of September. Mikel Rodriguez also suffered a knee injury this week, so he is a doubt for this game.

Osasuna

Valentin Rosier could miss out for the visitors. He has been out for over a month and is a doubt here. Jorge Herrando and Aimar Oroz both picked up injuries earlier this week and have been ruled out.

Alaves vs Osasuna Predicted Lineup

Alaves

Formation: 3-5-2

Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Sivera; J. Otto, V. Koski, N. Tenaglia; A. Rebbach, A. Blanco, D. Suarez, P. Ibanez, A. Perez; L. Boye, A. Manas

Osasuna

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: S. Herrera; A. Bretones, E. Boyomo, A. Catena, I. Arguibide; I. Munoz, J. Moncayola; M. Gomez, R. Garcia, J. Dubasin; A. Budimir

Alaves vs Osasuna Key Stats & Game Facts

• Osasuna have received 2+ cards in 10 of their last 10 games vs Alaves (LaLiga).
• Osasuna have won without conceding in 6 of their last 9 games vs Alaves (LaLiga).
• Ante Budimir has recorded 2+ shots on target in 7 of his last 7 appearances vs Alaves (LaLiga).
• Ante Budimir has scored in 6 of his last 7 appearances vs Alaves (LaLiga).
• Lucas Boye has been carded in 3 of his last 4 appearances vs Osasuna (LaLiga).

Alaves vs Osasuna Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

We're calling a 1-1 tie here. Alaves carry the slight home edge and are the projected favorites, but Osasuna's stubborn defense and their unbeaten away record in this matchup point to both sides sharing the points in a tight, physical game.

Best Picks

Nahuel Tenaglia to record Over 1.5 tackles in the Player Tackles market. In the Player Tackles market, Tenaglia carries a 71% AI probability to clear this line against an Osasuna attack that likes to go wide and attack down the right. With traffic coming his way all game, the Alaves center back should rack up the defensive work.

Lucas Boye to register Over 2.5 shots in the Player Shots market. In the Player Shots market, Boye is backed by a 70% AI probability to fire off at least three attempts as Alaves' primary attacking outlet. Leading the line in a game where the hosts are favored and known to take a lot of shots, Boye is well-placed to hit this number.

Alaves vs Osasuna Same Game Parlay

Our Alaves vs Osasuna Same Game Parlay leans on Ante Budimir's history against these hosts and Lucas Boye's disciplinary record, stacking three player-prop legs that all fit the matchup.

First up, Ante Budimir Over 1.5 shots on target. He has cleared that bar in all 7 of his last 7 games against Alaves in LaLiga, a remarkably consistent run from Osasuna's main man.

Next, Ante Budimir Over 2.5 shots. The striker has attempted 3+ shots in 6 out of his last 7 outings against Alaves in LaLiga, so the shot volume backs up his shots-on-target trend.

Finally, Lucas Boye to be shown a card. He picked up a card 3 times across his last 4 games against Osasuna in LaLiga, and this matchup tends to get chippy throughout.

Stack those legs together and the Same Game Parlay carries real appeal in what looks like a tight, physical game between two well-matched sides.

At the time of writing, this parlay tops out at +1732 and drops as low as +825 at the shortest price available. That's a swing of $91 in profit on a $10 stake from the top price to the bottom.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Alaves vs Osasuna Talking Points

This is a clash of tight defenses, and the Alaves vs Osasuna betting odds reflect how close it is. Both teams conceded just one goal across their first three games this season, so scoring chances may be at a premium at Mendizorroza. Alaves lean on counter attacks, set pieces and their aerial edge, while Osasuna are dangerous coming from behind and stout defending set pieces. Add in a matchup that consistently produces cards, with Osasuna picking up 2+ cards in each of their last 10 games against these hosts in LaLiga, and this shapes up as a physical, cagey affair where the smallest of margins could decide it.

Alaves vs Osasuna Predictions FAQs

When is the Alaves vs Osasuna game?

The game takes place on Sunday, September 6, 2026, kicking off at 12:30 PM ET / 9:30 AM PT.

Where is Alaves vs Osasuna being played?

The game will be played at Mendizorroza in Vitoria-Gasteiz.

What is the team news for Alaves vs Osasuna?

Alaves are without Toni Martinez, while Mikel Rodriguez is doubtful. Osasuna are missing Jorge Herrando and Aimar Oroz through injury, with Valentin Rosier also listed as doubtful.

What is the score prediction for Alaves vs Osasuna?

Both teams enter the fixture in positive form following unbeaten starts to the season, pointing toward a tightly contested game between two well-matched sides.

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