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Alaves Eye Upset Against Struggling Real Madrid
14 Dec
Summary
- Alaves seeks to end a three-game losing streak against Real Madrid.
- Real Madrid has the league's best away record despite recent struggles.
- Both teams face significant injury and suspension concerns for the match.
Deportivo Alaves are set to host Real Madrid at Mendizorrotza Stadium, with Alaves looking to build on their recent 1-0 win over Real Sociedad, which ended a three-game losing streak. In contrast, Real Madrid suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Celta Vigo the previous day.
Real Madrid's form has been inconsistent, securing only nine points from their last six league fixtures and trailing leaders Barcelona by four points. Manager Xabi Alonso faces mounting pressure, and a poor result here could jeopardize his tenure. Despite recent home struggles, Real Madrid boasts the league's best away record, suggesting their attacking capabilities could still secure a victory.
Alaves, however, enters the match with confidence, having lost only two home games this season and boasting the second-best defensive record at home. The fixture is further complicated by significant team news: Alaves will be without Nikola Maras (injured) and Facundo Garces (suspended), with Jon Guridi a doubt. Real Madrid faces a lengthy injury list including Trent Alexander-Arnold, Dani Carvajal, David Alaba, Eder Militao, Ferland Mendy, and Antonio Rudiger, while Endrick, Fran Garcia, and Alvaro Carreras are suspended. Eduardo Camavinga, Federico Valverde, and Kylian Mbappe are doubtful, though Dean Huijsen has returned from injury.
