Match Preview
FC Barcelona hosts Deportivo Alavés at home in a highly anticipated Primera Division clash on Matchday 14. Barcelona, currently second in the league, will be looking to maintain pressure on the leaders with a strong performance. They boast one of the most prolific attacks in the division and will be eager to add to their impressive goal tally. Deportivo Alavés, sitting in the mid-lower half of the table, faces a formidable challenge at Camp Nou. While they have shown moments of resilience, securing points against a top-tier team like Barcelona, especially away from home, will be a monumental task.
Current League Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Real Madrid CF | 13 | 10 | 2 | 1 | 16 | 32 |
| 2 | FC Barcelona | 13 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 21 | 31 |
| 3 | Villarreal CF | 13 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 15 | 29 |
| 4 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 14 | 28 |
| 5 | Real Betis Balompié | 13 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 21 |
| 6 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 21 |
| 7 | Getafe CF | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | -3 | 17 |
| 8 | Athletic Club | 13 | 5 | 2 | 6 | -5 | 17 |
| 9 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | -1 | 16 |
| 10 | Elche CF | 13 | 3 | 7 | 3 | -1 | 16 |
| 11 | Sevilla FC | 13 | 5 | 1 | 7 | -2 | 16 |
| 12 | RC Celta de Vigo | 13 | 3 | 7 | 3 | -2 | 16 |
| 13 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | -2 | 16 |
| 14 | Deportivo Alavés | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | -1 | 15 |
| 15 | Valencia CF | 13 | 3 | 4 | 6 | -9 | 13 |
| 16 | RCD Mallorca | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | -7 | 12 |
| 17 | CA Osasuna | 13 | 3 | 2 | 8 | -6 | 11 |
| 18 | Girona FC | 13 | 2 | 5 | 6 | -13 | 11 |
| 19 | Levante UD | 13 | 2 | 3 | 8 | -8 | 9 |
| 20 | Real Oviedo | 13 | 2 | 3 | 8 | -13 | 9 |
- FC Barcelona: Position 2nd, with 31 points from 13 games (10 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses). They have scored an impressive 36 goals and conceded 15, boasting a league-best goal difference of +21.
- Deportivo Alavés: Position 14th, with 15 points from 13 games (4 wins, 3 draws, 6 losses). Alavés has struggled in front of goal, netting only 11 times, while conceding 12, resulting in a -1 goal difference.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Recent Encounters
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Feb 2025 | Primera Division | FC Barcelona | 1 - 0 | Deportivo Alavés |
| 06 Oct 2024 | Primera Division | Deportivo Alavés | 0 - 3 | FC Barcelona |
| 03 Feb 2024 | Primera Division | Deportivo Alavés | 1 - 3 | FC Barcelona |
| 12 Nov 2023 | Primera Division | FC Barcelona | 2 - 1 | Deportivo Alavés |
| 23 Jan 2022 | Primera Division | Deportivo Alavés | 0 - 1 | FC Barcelona |
The historical matchups between FC Barcelona and Deportivo Alavés in the Primera Division paint a clear picture of Barcelona’s dominance. In their last 9 encounters:
- FC Barcelona has secured 7 victories.
- Deportivo Alavés has yet to register a win against Barcelona in this period.
- There have been 2 draws.
Notable recent results include a 5-1 home win for Barcelona and a 0-5 away win, showcasing their ability to dismantle Alavés’ defense. While some matches have been tighter (1-0, 2-1), Barcelona has generally found ways to emerge victorious, often with multiple goals.
Our Prediction
Considering FC Barcelona’s exceptional attacking form this season, scoring 36 goals in just 13 games, and their strong home advantage, we expect them to dictate the pace and create numerous scoring opportunities. Deportivo Alavés, while defensively decent for their league position, has a weak offensive record, which might make it difficult for them to contribute significantly to the scoreline. However, Barcelona’s own scoring prowess is enough to push the total goals past the mark.
Our betting expert’s pick for this La Liga fixture is:
Over 2.5 Total Goals
