Alavés Team News - Soccer

Carlos Benavidez - Back in partial training Benavidez (groin) resumed partial team training Wednesday, according to COPE.

Impact Benavidez sat out the last two matches with a groin issue, but he's trending in the right direction after getting back to partial training on Wednesday. The midfielder is lining up for a potential return Monday against Girona, as he appears close to clearing the final hurdle in his recovery. That said, even if he's available, it's unlikely to shake up the starting XI since he's mostly been deployed as a bench option for Alaves this season.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ville Koski - Trains partially Wednesday Koski (knee) resumed partial team training Wednesday, according to COPE.

Impact Koski sealed his move to Alaves from NK Istra in the final stretch of the transfer window, but he's yet to log his first minutes for his new squad. The center-back is still wrapping up the last stage of his recovery from meniscus surgery he underwent in January. He got back into partial team training Wednesday and is inching closer to cracking the matchday roster. With Monday's showdown against Girona on the horizon, Koski has a little runway left to round into shape. Once he's fully cleared, he'll provide Alaves with added depth in the heart of the back line.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Carles Alena - Assists once Alena assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sevilla.

Impact Alena helped get the lone goal for Alaves Saturday with an assist on two key passes. He breaks his scoresheet drought with his first since Oct 5, putting him at four on the season. His form has been better of late with eight key passes and three tackles won in the last three appearances.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Toni Martinez - Scores one Martinez scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sevilla.

Impact Martinez scores the lone goal for Alaves on Saturday, recording three goals in the last six La Liga appearances. He is trending upward with two goals scored and one assist in the last four appearances, recording six shots on target, seven key passes and five tackles won in that span.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Allows one Sivera had one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Sivera made one save with a high claim while conceding just a single goal during the draw to Sevilla. His last clean sheet came back on Dec 16, making 27 saves while allowing 15 goals in nine league appearances. The keeper will face off with Girona for the next game on Feb 23, who have scored five goals in the last five contests.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jonny Otto - Set for return Jonny is no longer suspended and is an option again.

Impact Jonny is back after a game out due to a ban, with the defender an option to face Girona on Feb. 23. With the defender a regular starter at left-back, and yet to miss a match all season until his suspension, set to return to that role immediately and hopefully find his first goal contribution of the season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Herrera's heroics save point for Osasuna

Goalkeeper Sergio Herrera has produced a string of superb saves to save a point for Osasuna in a 0-0 draw at Elche in La Liga

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Carlos Benavidez - Out vs. Sevilla Protesoni (groin) is out for Saturday's game against Sevilla, manager Eduardo Coudet told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "I think Carlos will be able to return t...

Impact Protesoni missed last week's game against Getafe, and this match against Sevilla comes too close for him as well. The midfielder, who has been playing at center-back of late, will aim to return for the Feb. 23 game against Girona.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Boye - Four shots in loss Boye had four shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Getafe.

Impact Boye put in a strong effort in a match where Alaves were unable to find the net, taking several shots but failing to hit the target. While there was little to show for it statistically in this game, his willingness to shoot keeps his upside intact, especially considering he had three goals and one assist in the four league matches prior to this outing. His 39 shots and 18 chances created place him above average among La Liga strikers this season. Boye will look to capitalize in the next fixture against Sevilla in what should be an even mid-table matchup.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Concedes twice against Getafe Sivera made three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Getafe.

Impact Sivera had another busy evening, facing five shots including a penalty that he was unable to save. It has been a difficult season for the Alaves goalkeeper, who has recorded just three clean sheets while conceding 29 goals in 23 league matches. He has faced 88 shots this season and holds a 67.4 percent save rate, a figure that has made it difficult to consistently limit damage at the back. Alaves will next face Sevilla, another lower mid-table side, making it a fairly even matchup.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sevilla vs Deportivo Alaves Prediction and Betting Tips | February 14th 2026 Sevilla will host Deportivo Alaves at the Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan on Saturday in another round of the 2025-26 La Liga campaign.

FEBRUARY 12 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Real Sociedad beats Athletic Bilbao 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals

Real Sociedad has won 1-0 at Athletic Bilbao in a Basque Country derby in the first leg of the semifinals of Copa del Rey

FEBRUARY 11 • Associated Press

Jonny Otto - Picks one match suspension Jonny will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Jonny accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Sevilla on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been an undisputed starter in the backline for Alaves, with Nahuel Tenaglia as the main option to replace him on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad both score late to make it to Copa del Rey semifinals

Iñaki Williams has scored six minutes into stoppage time as Athletic Bilbao won 2-1 at Valencia to reach the semifinals of the Copa del Rey

FEBRUARY 4 • Associated Press

Denis Suarez - Back in action Wednesday Suarez (groin) took one shot (zero on goal) and delivered three crosses (one accurate) in Wednesday's Copa del Rey loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Suarez was rather active as he recorded 84 minutes on the field after overcoming the issue that forced him to miss the last couple of league games. He has lacked offensive production this season other than his lone goal and his average of 0.7 chances created per game in 17 La Liga appearances. He'll challenge Calebe and Pablo Ibanez on the right flank and a central spot, respectively, for the remainder of the season.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Toni Martinez - Hot stretch continues Martinez grabbed one assist, created two chances and had two shots on goal in Friday's 2-1 win versus Espanyol.

Impact In his last four matches Martinez has now accounted for three goal contributions, six tackles won, six chances created and seven shots on goal. It is no coincidence that Alaves has gone undefeated in that stretch as they go as Martinez goes. Up next is Sociedad on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Boye - Scores in win Boye scored one goal on three shot attempts (two on target), won both his tackle attempts and had two clearances in Friday's 2-1 win versus Espanyol.

Impact Boye is really starting to click for Alaves. In his last six appearances the forward now has three goals and one assist. Up next is a showdown versus Sociedad on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Blanco - Scores first of the year Friday Blanco scored one goal on one shot, won two tackles and had five interceptions in Friday's 2-1 win versus Espanyol.

Impact Blanco found the back of the net for the first time this season when he tied the game at one with a beautiful strike from just outside the box in the 27th minute. The midfielder would also match his season high in interceptions (five) as he proved to be a massive part of Alaves victory. Blanco will look to keep it rolling on Wednesday versus Sociedad.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Gives up one in win Sivera made two saves on 10 shot attempts (three on target) and conceded one goal in Friday's 2-1 win versus Espanyol.

Impact Make it three appearances in a row that Sivera has given up only one goal and while earning the win in two of those three. While he has been playing good and getting results, the clean sheets and saves have been tough to come by. Up next is a showdown with Sociedad on Wednesday.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ville Koski - Joins Alaves on loan Koski has joined Alaves on loan from NK Istra until the end of the season, his new club announced.

Impact Koski is a central defender who has represented Finland at every youth level and is one of the standout players for NK Istra, which currently sits third in the Croatian league. He developed in the academy of PKKU before starting his professional career with FC Honka, then moved to Croatian football in the 2023/24 season. Since joining NK Istra, he has made 64 official appearances across league and cup competitions and has been a key defensive figure, noted for his defensive solidity and ability to play out from the back.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Espanyol stunned by Alaves comeback victory in La Liga

Espanyol has been stunned by Alaves 2-1 in La Liga which has extended its winless run to five games

JANUARY 30 • Associated Press

Carlos Benavidez - Forced off Friday Benavidez was withdrawn after picking up an apparent muscle injury in the first half of Friday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.

Impact Benavidez made his second straight start at center-back but failed to make a meaningful impact before his forced substitution. This issue puts his participation in doubt for the next league clash with Getafe, with the no longer suspended Facundo Garces likely able to take his place in the lineup. In any case, the Uruguayan doesn't have a defined recovery timeline, and his production would be greatly limited if he's not healthy enough to play 90 minutes.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Denis Suarez - Won't play vs. Espanyol Suarez (groin) won't be available for Friday's game against Espanyol, according to Jon Prada of El Correo.

Impact Suarez doesn't want to take a risk with the injury after missing out on the 2-1 win over Real Betis on Jan. 25, and he's not going to be available for Friday's contest. He's close to being completely recovered, however, so he should return to the squad when Alaves take on Getafe on Sunday, Feb. 8.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Garces - Available to play Garces is available to play after that his suspension is momentally cleared, the club announced.

Impact Garces resumed team training on Tuesday and is available to play for Alaves after that his suspension was momentally cleared. The center-back has been an undisputed starter in the backline for Alaves and should regain that role once fully back with the team.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Three saves in win Sivera recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Betis.

Impact Sivera made three saves on four shots faced during Sunday's win. The goalkeeper wasn't overly tested as the match was controlled by the team in front of him for the most part. Still when he was called upon, Sivera made some big saves and earned the win with some big stops. Sivera will need to be at his best to keep converting wins against tough teams.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

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Real Sociedad beats Athletic Bilbao 1-0 in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals

Athletic Bilbao and Real Sociedad both score late to make it to Copa del Rey semifinals

Espanyol stunned by Alaves comeback victory in La Liga