Alaves vs Villarreal: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Alaves prepare to host Villarreal on March 13, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this SPAIN: La Liga fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Alaves, currently 16th in the standings with 27 points from 26 games, trail the leaders by 40 points. They've earned 19 points from 13 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored. The attack has been led by Lucas Boye, the leading goalscorer this season with 7 goals, while also providing key assists. Crucial contributions in the final third have come from players like Toni Martinez, Carlos Vicente, Antonio Blanco, who have delivered important goals and assists.

Villarreal, sitting 4th with 51 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 20 points from 13 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals. The offensive threat is spearheaded by Alberto Moleiro, who leads the scoring with 9 goals. Support has come from Georges Mikautadze, Gerard Moreno, Karl Etta Eyong, who have chipped in with decisive contributions in attack.

Recent meetings between Alaves and Villarreal have favored Villarreal, with Villarreal claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-3). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Levante, Alaves recorded a 0-2 defeat while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Sivera, Parada, Pacheco, Tenaglia, Otto, Alena, Blanco, Ibanez, Perez, Martinez, Boye. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Villarreal's last outing came against Barcelona, where they secured a 1-4 defeat using a 4-4-2 system. Their starting XI featured Luiz Junior, Cardona, Veiga, Navarro, Mourino, Moleiro, Gueye, Comesana, Pepe, Mikautadze, Perez. The classic shape provided balance, with two banks of four offering both defensive cover and attacking support.

Looking ahead, Alaves are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Alaves and Villarreal are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Alaves's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Villarreal's games average 3.1 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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