Celta Vigo vs Alaves Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

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Celta Vigo host Alaves at Estadio Abanca-Balaídos on Sunday in a LaLiga matchup where the standings point one way and the moneyline points the other.

Celta sit 11th in the standings after a start built on stalemates. They also arrive just three days removed from a UEFA Europa League loss to Juventus.

Alaves sit seventh, but they come in off a home loss to Atletico Madrid. Lucas Boyé leads the line and gives this side a direct, physical focal point.

The head-to-head offers no tiebreaker. Their previous meetings are split evenly, two apiece for Celta wins, Alaves wins and ties, so the home side has to make the difference.

Celta Vigo vs Alaves Recent Results

Celta Vigo are undefeated in their last five LaLiga games, but closing games out is the problem, as last time out's scoreless tie at Elche showed. The UEFA Europa League brought a 2-1 home loss to Juventus. Hugo González has been their most productive attacker in league play, which matters for a team that struggles to finish its chances.

Alaves sit seventh in LaLiga with their wins and losses level so far. Last time out, Atletico Madrid edged them 2-1 at Mendizorroza. Toni Martínez gives them a second striker, but Lucas Boyé sets the tone. He shoots often, and Alaves are built to create long-range looks for him.

Celta Vigo vs Alaves Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Celta Vigo: Borja Iglesias (Injured/out), Carl Starfelt (Injured/out), Miguel Roman (Injured/out), Jones El Abdellaoui (Injured/out), Pablo Duran (Injured/doubtful)

Alaves: Facundo Garces (Injured/out), Mikel Rodriguez (Injured/out)

Celta Vigo

Celta are without Borja Iglesias (calf) and Carl Starfelt, who has a semimembranosus injury and isn't expected back until mid-November. Miguel Roman (knee arthroscopy) is out until early November, Jones El Abdellaoui is still recovering from knee arthroscopy, and Pablo Duran is a doubt with a soleus problem. The big boost is that Iago Aspas is available again. In the probable XI, Ferran Jutglà leads the line with Hugo Álvarez and Hugo González behind him.

Alaves

Alaves remain without Facundo Garces and Mikel Rodriguez, who are both out until April with ACL injuries. Ville Koski is back in contention and is expected to start in the back three. The Celta Vigo vs Alaves lineups point to Lucas Boyé and Toni Martínez as the probable strike partnership, with Denis Suárez in a crowded midfield.

Celta Vigo vs Alaves Predicted Lineup

Celta Vigo

Formation: 3-4-2-1

Predicted Starting Lineup: I. Radu; M. Alonso, Y. Lago, Á. Núñez; J. Galán, I. Moriba, A. Febas, J. Rueda; H. Álvarez, H. González; F. Jutglà

Alaves

Formation: 3-5-2

Predicted Starting Lineup: A. Sivera; N. Valentini, V. Koski, J. Otto; A. Rebbach, D. Suárez, A. Blanco, P. Ibáñez, N. Tenaglia; L. Boyé, T. Martínez

Celta Vigo vs Alaves Key Stats & Game Facts

• Deportivo Alaves have received 2+ cards in 10 of their last 10 games vs Celta Vigo (LaLiga).
• Celta Vigo have scored at least 2 goals in 5 of their last 6 home games against Deportivo Alaves in all competitions.
• Hugo González has scored or assisted in 3 of his last 3 appearances (LaLiga).
• Lucas Boyé has committed 2+ fouls in 6 of his last 6 appearances (LaLiga).
• Ángel Pérez has recorded 1+ shots on target in 4 of his last 5 appearances (LaLiga).

Celta Vigo vs Alaves Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our Celta Vigo vs Alaves prediction is a 2-1 home win. Celta are the moneyline favorite at +138 (Polymarket), and the edge comes from Balaídos and the flanks: Alaves struggle to defend attacks down the wings, which is exactly where Javi Galán and Javi Rueda operate. Alaves have the strikers to find the net, so expect both teams to score, but Celta's extra quality in the final third makes the difference.

Best Picks

Lucas Boye Over 2.5 in the Player Shots market. Alaves' main striker has been a consistent shot-taker in recent LaLiga games. This one lands in the Player Shots market, and it is about volume, not finesse. Boyé has put together multiple shots in the majority of his recent league outings, and Alaves are wired to generate long-range looks, so he keeps pulling the trigger even with Celta favored.

Denis Suarez Over 1.5 in the Player Tackles market. The Alaves midfielder is expected to start in a busy central battle. This one sits in the Player Tackles market. Suárez projects into the probable lineup, Alaves rank among the league's best at stealing possession, and Celta prefer to control the game in the opposition's half, setting up a congested midfield battle.

Celta Vigo vs Alaves Same Game Parlay

Our Celta Vigo vs Alaves same game parlay picks lean into a physical, messy game: a Yoel Lago card, Lucas Boyé fouls and shots, and multiple Alaves cards.

Yoel Lago to Be Shown A Card: the Celta center back has picked up a card in each of his last three LaLiga outings, and a bruising striker like Boyé will test him.

Lucas Boyé Over 1.5 in Player Fouls: he has racked up multiple fouls in every one of his last six LaLiga appearances. He leads the line by battling defenders, not avoiding them.

Lucas Boyé Over 2.5 in Player Shots: this mirrors our first pick, with added support from his shot volume across his last seven league outings.

Over 1.5 in Total Away Team Cards: Deportivo Alaves have received 2+ cards in 10 of their last 10 games vs Celta Vigo in LaLiga. Hard to argue with that.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Celta Vigo vs Alaves Talking Points

The biggest storyline is Iago Aspas, who is available again after being a regular contributor to goals against this opponent, a trend that stretches back across his last ten appearances vs Deportivo Alaves in LaLiga. The catch is the schedule. Celta are on a three-day turnaround after the Juventus game, and this is a squad that likes to rotate its first eleven, so how many minutes Aspas gets matters. The Celta Vigo vs Alaves betting odds make the hosts favorites, and a fresh Aspas off the bench late on is the kind of weapon that turns another stubborn tie into a home win.

Celta Vigo vs Alaves Predictions FAQs

Which players are ruled out for Celta Vigo and Alaves?

Celta Vigo are without B. Iglesias, C. Starfelt, M. Román and J. E. Abdellaoui through injury, with P. Durán doubtful. Alaves are missing F. Garcés and M. Rodríguez, who are both injured.

When is the Celta Vigo vs Alaves game?

The game kicks off at 10:15 AM ET / 7:15 AM PT on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Where is Celta Vigo vs Alaves being played?

The game is being played at Estadio Abanca-Balaídos.

Where can I watch Celta Vigo vs Alaves?

The game is listed on DAZN.

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