When is Villarreal playing Alavés?

The match is scheduled for Saturday, January 11, 2026, at 10 a.m. ET/ 7 a.m. PT.

Are Canadian players involved in the Villarreal vs. Alavés match?

Yes, Canadian stars Tajon Buchanan and Tani Oluwaseyi are key players for Villarreal.

How is Villarreal performing in La Liga this season?

Villarreal is third in the table, trailing the leaders by 11 points but with games in hand, and is looking to stay in the title race.

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Villarreal Battles Alavés in Crucial La Liga Clash

10 Jan

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Summary

Villarreal aims to strengthen title race position with a home game.
Canadian stars Buchanan and Oluwaseyi are key players for Villarreal.
Alavés poses an intense, dynamic challenge, known for strong defense.

Villarreal Battles Alavés in Crucial La Liga Clash

Villarreal faces Alavés this Saturday in a pivotal La Liga encounter, with Canadian stars Tajon Buchanan and Tani Oluwaseyi playing key roles. The Yellow Submarine recently secured a vital 3-1 victory against Elche, halting a three-game losing streak across all competitions.

Manager Marcelino emphasized the need for defensive solidity, noting the team's struggle to maintain clean sheets in recent matches. Despite trailing league leaders by 11 points, Villarreal holds two games in hand and is eager to capitalize on their home advantage against a well-drilled Alavés side.

Buchanan has been a standout performer with five league goals this season, earning a Player of the Month nomination, while Oluwaseyi contributes significantly in attack. Alavés, currently 13th in the table, enters the match winless in their last three league outings.