Barcelona vs Alaves Lineups, Prediction, Betting Picks & Odds

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Barcelona host Alaves at Spotify Camp Nou in LaLiga, and the leaders want a response after back-to-back defeats. Our Barcelona vs Alaves prediction leans firmly toward the hosts.

Barcelona still sit top of the LaLiga standings with 27 points, but the mood has dipped. Hansi Flick insists he is sticking with his high-pressing approach anyway.

Alaves arrive with 12 points, but their early promise has faded fast. Facundo Garcés and Mikel Rodríguez remain sidelined with ACL injuries, which thins out an already stretched group.

Barcelona have won five of the six previous meetings between these clubs, with Alaves taking the other. With Atlético Madrid just two points back, the leaders can't afford a slip.

Barcelona vs Alaves Recent Results

Barcelona have dropped back-to-back games, falling at Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League before a 2-1 home loss to Real Madrid, their first LaLiga defeat. The attack hasn't gone cold, though. Raphinha scored against Real Madrid and has a goal or assist in eight of his nine most recent LaLiga outings, while Lamine Yamal supplies the danger on the right.

Alaves have gone six LaLiga games without a win, and the latest was a 1-1 home tie with Malaga that needed a late Aitor Mañas equalizer to salvage. Lucas Boyé is still the focal point up front, and Alaves need far more from him if this slump is going to end at Spotify Camp Nou.

Barcelona vs Alaves Lineups & Team News

Injuries & Suspensions

Barcelona: Andreas Christensen (Injured/out), Dani Olmo (Injured/out), Eric García (Injured/out), Roony Bardghji (Injured/out), Xavi Espart (Injured/out), Jules Koundé (Injured/doubtful)

Alaves: Facundo Garcés (Injured/out, Suspended), Mikel Rodríguez (Injured/out)

Barcelona

The Barcelona vs Alaves lineups start with a long Barcelona injury list. Dani Olmo is out with a torn adductor, Andreas Christensen and Eric García are still working their way back, and Jules Koundé is a doubt as he nears a return from an ankle sprain. The good news is that Raphinha is fit after a minor skin procedure. Alejandro Balde is set to start at left back, with João Cancelo moving over to the right.

Alaves

Alaves remain without Facundo Garcés and Mikel Rodríguez, who are both out until April with ACL injuries, and Garcés is also serving a FIFA suspension. Toni Martínez is expected to partner Lucas Boyé up front, while Jonny Otto and Hugo Novoa are in line to start at fullback.

Barcelona vs Alaves Predicted Lineup

Barcelona

Formation: 4-2-3-1 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: Joan García; João Cancelo, Pau Cubarsí, Gerard Martín, Alejandro Balde; Rodri, Pedri; Lamine Yamal, Fermín López, Anthony Gordon; Raphinha

Alaves

Formation: 4-4-2 (probable)

Predicted Starting Lineup: Probable XI: Antonio Sivera; Hugo Novoa, Nahuel Tenaglia, Ville Koski, Jonny Otto; Ángel Pérez, Antonio Blanco, Pablo Ibáñez, Abde Rebbach; Lucas Boyé, Toni Martínez

Barcelona vs Alaves Key Stats & Game Facts

• Barcelona have scored 3+ goals in 3 out of 5 games against Alaves (LaLiga).
• Barcelona have had 6+ shots on target in 10 of their last 10 games (LaLiga).
• Lucas Boyé has committed 2+ fouls in 7 of his last 7 appearances against Barcelona (LaLiga).
• Abde Rebbach has been carded in 2 of his last 3 appearances against Barcelona (LaLiga).
• Raphinha has assisted in 2 of his last 3 appearances against Alaves (LaLiga).

Barcelona vs Alaves Prediction & Best Picks

Our Prediction

Our prediction is Barcelona 3-0 Alaves. The Barcelona vs Alaves betting odds have the hosts at -700 (BetMGM) on the moneyline, and that price looks earned against an Alaves side that struggles to keep the ball and doesn't have the firepower to trade blows. Barcelona have plenty to prove after their recent stumble, and we see them answering with a comfortable home win and a clean sheet.

Best Picks

Lamine Yamal Over 5.5 in the Player Shots market. Barcelona are expected to dominate the ball and the chances at home. This one sits in the Player Shots market and leads our Barcelona vs Alaves best picks. Yamal has taken 4+ shots in each of his last 5 games in LaLiga, and against an Alaves side that can't hold on to possession, the volume should be there again.

Both Teams To Score: No. Barcelona are strong favorites and Alaves are projected to score only about half a goal. This pick sits in the Both Teams To Score market. Alaves project for barely half a goal, and they face a Barcelona side that has won 8 of their last 9 home games against them in all competitions.

Barcelona vs Alaves Same Game Parlay

Our Barcelona vs Alaves same game parlay picks combine Raphinha to score anytime, two Lamine Yamal shooting props and Barcelona over 2.5 home goals.

Raphinha, Anytime Goalscorer: He has found the net in 7 of the last 9 LaLiga games he has played, and he leads the line again after shaking off a minor skin procedure.

Lamine Yamal Over 2.5, Player Shots: Yamal has attempted 3+ shots in 9 out of 9 recent LaLiga appearances. Alaves struggle against skillful attackers, so this line looks very reachable.

Over 2.5, Total Home Goals (Barcelona): Barcelona have scored 3+ goals in 7 of their last 8 games in LaLiga, and this leg fits our projected scoreline neatly.

Lamine Yamal Over 1.5, Player Shots On Target: Yamal has scored or set up a goal in 7 of his previous 8 outings in LaLiga, and his shot volume backs it up.

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Same Game Parlay odds correct at time of publishing.

Barcelona vs Alaves Talking Points

At his pregame press conference, Hansi Flick zeroed in on cheap turnovers, calling them the main thing that broke up Barcelona's rhythm against Real Madrid, and he described defensive solidity as a job that starts with the forwards. That message fits this matchup perfectly, because stealing the ball is what this Alaves side does best. Flick also praised Lamine Yamal's mental maturity and how he has responded in training since the Ballon d'Or ceremony. If Barcelona look after the ball, the 19-year-old winger is the man most capable of making Alaves pay.

Barcelona vs Alaves Predictions FAQs

When is the Barcelona vs Alaves LaLiga game?

The game kicks off at 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT on Saturday, October 31, 2026.

Where is Barcelona vs Alaves being played?

The game is being played at Spotify Camp Nou in Barcelona.

Who is expected to start for Barcelona?

Barcelona's probable starting lineup in a 4-2-3-1 formation is Joan García, Alejandro Balde, Gerard Martín, Pau Cubarsí, João Cancelo, Rodri, Pedri, Anthony Gordon, Fermín López, Lamine Yamal and Raphinha.

Who is the favorite to win the Barcelona vs Alaves game?

Barcelona are the favorites to win the game, with Alaves listed as the underdogs.

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