Alavés Team News Page 9 - Soccer

Pablo Ibanez - Joins Alavez Ibanez has completed a transfer to Alaves from Osasuna, according to his new club.

Impact Ibanez is going to make a move from one Spanish club to another, having joined Alavez from Osasuna until 2030. The 26-year-old started in 13 of his 28 appearances last season, serving in more of a rotational role while adding a goal and an assist. He will hope to see the role grow with his new club, although he may be in a rotational role and have to work into starting minutes.

JUNE 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Abdel Abqar - Unused substitute with Morocco Abqar (hamstring) was an unused substitute with Morocco for both friendly games against Tunisia and Benin, confirming he has fully recovered from his injury.

Impact Abqar missed most of the end of the season with Alaves due to a hamstring injury but has fully recovered, as he was with the Moroccan squad for friendly games earlier this month. He will now return to Alaves with his future a bit uncertain, as Abqar is out of contract at the end of the month and it remains unclear whether the club will propose a contract extension.

JUNE 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Aleksandar Sedlar - Limited opportunity for the season Sedlar appeared in nine matches, including seven starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 season.

Impact Sedlar had two fewer appearances and four fewer starts compared to last season with the club, but he was able to produce the same number of tackles won (10). He also remained astute with at least 10 interceptions for a second straight season. On the other hand, this was the first time in the last four seasons that he failed to account for even one chance created.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Adrian Hernandez Hernandez - Influential on defensive end Pica appeared in nine matches, including five starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 season.

Impact Pica saw limited opportunities in his debut campaign with the club, but he made his intentions clear with a total of nine tackles (seven won), nine interceptions, 24 clearances and six blocks. He also managed to register four shots, including one on target. Based on the sample, it seems that he is ready to handle a larger role but until then, he has shown able to make good use of his time on the pitch.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Garces - Starts final seven games Garces appeared in 10 matches, with seven starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 season.

Impact Garces started in the final seven games of the season and racked up five interceptions and 147 completed passes over that span. He did not necessarily stand out in limited opportunity this season, but he did his job when called upon, including providing 51 clearances in just 10 matches. He could earn his way into a larger role with continued dedication to the defensive details.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Mourino - Stands out with defensive impact Mourino appeared in 25 games, with 20 starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 season.

Impact Mourino showed strong in his role during his debut campaign with the club, as he averaged more than one interception per game, with 29 interceptions in his 25 appearances. He also performed 118 clearances and won 28 of his 43 tackles. He is likely to build on the example continue to provide a reliable presence in the back.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Benavidez - Formidable presence in midfield Benavidez saw 18 appearances with six starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 season.

Impact Benavidez dealt with a bit of injury trouble, which contributed to him registering 11 fewer appearances compared to the 2023 season, which was his debut season with the club. Still, he continued to show a well-rounded ability, especially shining defensively with 14 tackles won in 19 attempts, along with eight interceptions and 12 clearances.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ander Guevara - Solid contribution in reduced role Guevara appeared in 33 matches, including 20 starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 campaign.

Impact Guevara saw 13 fewer starts compared to last season but managed to deliver similar offensive impact with one goal contribution, 12 shots and three shots on target. However, he did fall short with his 12 chances created and 759 completed passes, which hardly compare to his production from one season ago. Nonetheless, he continued to stand strong defensively, as his multi-faceted effort makes him an influential factor on the field.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jon Guridi - Well-rounded approach Guridi had 33 appearances for Deportivo Alaves during the 2024 campaign, including 27 starts.

Impact Guridi put together a solid body of work in his second season with Deportivo Alaves, including scoring three goals for a second consecutive season. On the other hand, he was not as lucky with the pass, as he had three fewer assists and 100 fewer completed passes compared to last season. Additionally, he stood out as an imposing defensive presence on the pitch, with 22 tackles won and 14 interceptions.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Asier Villalibre - Limited in substitute role Villalibre appeared in 16 matches, with two starts in his first season with Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Villalibre saw fewer total minutes than four of his six previous seasons with Athletic, but he was still able to notch two goal contributions for the year. He was relatively quiet in other aspects of the game, with only one chance created, 44 passes completed and zero accurate crosses, as his limited role did not condone room for much more.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tomas Conechny - One goal in debut La Liga season Conechny appeared in 22 matches, with nine starts through the 2024 campaign.

Impact Conechny featured in 22 matches, which was significantly more than in any of his previous three seasons in the MLS. He managed one goal in his debut campaign in La Liga, but he showed promise as an impactful offensive player, with 22 shots and 10 shots on target in his total of 895 minutes played. He also proved to be a well-rounded contributor with a total of 14 accurate crosses and won 12 of his 15 tackles.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Toni Martinez - Notable effort in fluctuating role Martinez made a decent impression in his first season in La Liga, finishing with four goals in a total of 28 appearances.

Impact Martinez appeared in 28 matches, with nine starts, scoring twice as a sub and twice as a starter. He was active in his time on the pitch with an average of just below five passes completed per appearance and a total of 46 shots, with 15 shots on target for the season. His well-rounded effort is likely to earn him more opportunities ahead.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Blanco - Effective in his role Conde appeared in 35 matches through the 2024 campaign, marking a new high among his five seasons in LaLiga.

Impact Conde played just two more games than last season but also clocked in an additional 300 minutes of time on the pitch. He tied his total of one goal contribution from 2023, but he registered 194 more completed passes, four more tackles won and seven more interceptions. The 24-year old is working on an impressive trajectory over the last two seasons and is primed to shine next season.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Manuel Sanchez - Wins four tackles in Osasusa tilt Sanchez recorded one cross (zero accurate), three clearances, five tackles (four tackles) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Sanchez was energetic on both ends and especially gritty in the back. He has been a fixture while on loan from Celta Vigo, tallying 78 crosses (19 accurate), 83 tackles, 30 interceptions and 64 clearances in 33 appearances, scoring once and helping secure eight clean sheets.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Tenaglia - Busy versus Osasuna Tenaglia won three of three tackles and had two crosses (zero accurate), five interceptions and one clearance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Tenaglia was under pressure in the back and set a new season high in interceptions. He was a staple this season and put up 85 crosses (12 accurate), 96 tackles, 47 interceptions and 11 clearances in 34 games, contributing to eight clean sheets and adding two goals and one assist.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Carles Alena - Pretty good in Osasuna bout Alena created two scoring chances and generated two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Alena was peppy in the final third and put up stats across the board. He had only two goal contributions through two assists since moving to Alaves in January but was fairly productive thanks to a steadier role, totaling 15 shots (four on target), 19 key passes and 31 crosses (nine accurate) in 14 appearances (13 starts).

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kike Garcia - Serviceable versus Osasuna Kike recorded three shots (zero on goal), two blocks and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Kike led his club in attempts but had poor aim and didn't contribute much in other areas. He had a career year scoring wise, as he tallied 13 goals and added 63 shots (27 on target), 13 chances created and 13 crosses (one accurate).

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Beaten once in season finale Sivera registered four saves and two clearances and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Sivera had a few nice saves but couldn't stop a close-range finish by Raul Garcia. He was solid throughout the season, keeping eight clean sheets in 32 starts, surrendering 39 goals and making 76 saves.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Moussa Diarra - Won't make season finale Diarra (nose) is out for Saturday's match against Osasuna.

Impact Diarra is not going to recover from his broken nose in time for the season finale, as the mask he was prepared to wear will not help him on the sidelines. This is a tough way to end the season for a regular starter, not being with his team on the field to end the season. He ends the season starting in 20 of his 26 appearances, notching 21 interceptions, 20 tackles and 41 clearances.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kike Garcia - Scores penalty in victory Kike scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Valladolid.

Impact Kike ended a three-game scoring drought from the penalty spot in the 18th minute of play versus Valladolid. Other than that, the striker won eight of his 18 duels and drew two fouls during the match. He's the team's leader and ninth in the league with 13 goals after 34 games played this season. Considering the same period, he's averaging 1.8 shots (0.8 on target), 5.8 duels won and 0.4 chances created per contest.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Carles Alena - Creates four chances in win Alena recorded four crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-0 win against Valladolid.

Impact Alena generated a season-high count of scoring chances, but it wasn't enough for him to get an assist in his fourth successive start. The midfielder delivered some corner kicks for the first time since March 14, although it remains unlikely for him to have those functions when Carlos Vicente and Joan Jordan are also on the pitch. In terms of goal involvement, Alena extended a string of 12 games without scoring or assisting.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Tenaglia - Balanced output Sunday Tenaglia registered three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Valladolid.

Impact Tenaglia did his part in both attack and defense, fulfilling a versatile role on the right flank as usual. In particular, a foul on him led to the penalty kick that gave his team the winning goal. He increased his numbers to 26 shots (eight on goal), 83 crosses (12 accurate), 110 clearances, 93 tackles and 41 interceptions across 33 appearances. Furthermore, his side has kept eight opponents from scoring when he plays, including his most recent four starts.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Mourino - Records eight clearances in victory Mourino registered one shot (zero on goal), eight clearances and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Valladolid.

Impact Mourino finished with a team-high tally of clearances as part of a four-man back line that had little trouble against the league's bottom-placed squad. After being involved in four clean sheets over the last five games, Mourino is likely to stay among Alaves' most active defenders. That fact, along with his average of 4.7 clearances per match, guarantees him some statistical value which could be offset only by his propensity to receive yellow cards.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Garces - Solid effort in win Garces recorded two shots (one on goal), four clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 win against Valladolid.

Impact Garces made various defensive contributions to help his side secure a clean sheet in the weekend clash. He made more than three clearances for the sixth game in a row since moving to a starting spot in April. In addition, he has taken two shots in each of the last two matches, but only one of those attempts was on target.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Earns clean sheet at Valladolid Sivera recorded one save and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Valladolid.

Impact Sivera continued his good run of form by keeping his goal unbeaten for the fourth time over his last five league contests. The keeper also added one save to his season total of 72, which is still far from the highest figures in the competition. His last chance to produce in the 2024/25 campaign will be a home meeting with Osasuna, who scored 13 goals in their previous seven matches.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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