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Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Manchester City
5-3
Sunderland
⚡ Intensity
100
⚖️ Balance
91
🏆 Stakes
67
🎲 Upset
0
Eight goals, hat-trick heroics, pure chaos.
Futmetrix Verdict
55
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Gamba Osaka
0-1
Vissel Kobe
⚡ Intensity
40
⚖️ Balance
20
🏆 Stakes
78
🎲 Upset
0
Erik breaks Gamba hearts at 90'
Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Sep 20
Atletico Madrid
2-1
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
86
⚖️ Balance
31
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
A chaotic derby flips Madrid's hierarchy.
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
HT
60' ↓ A. Rebbach ↑C. Alena
60' ↓ P. Ibanez ↑D. Suarez
61' ↓ Calebe ↑C. Vicente
↓ A. Danjuma ↑D. Raba 71'
71' ↓ T. Martinez ↑J. Guridi
↓ H. Duro ↑L. Beltran 80'
↓ J. Guerra ↑B. Santamaria 80'
↓ J. Copete ↑E. Comert 80'
Diego López 82'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Alaves
Goalkeepers
Antonio Sivera 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jonny Otto 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
73%
Pass Acc
Nahuel Tenaglia 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jon Pacheco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Calebe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Pablo Ibáñez 
PROVOCATEUR
5
Fouls Won
5
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Antonio Blanco 
MAGNET
73
Activity
73
Activity
60
Passes
13
Duels
Abderrahman Rebbach
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Youssef Enríquez Lekhedim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Toni Martínez
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
11
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Lucas Boyé
STORMTROOPER
5
Shots
5
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
Raúl Fernández 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Moussa Diarra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Víctor Parada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Ballestero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jon Guridi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ander Guevara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Denis Suárez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carles Aleñá
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Benavídez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Vicente
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Morcillo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mariano Díaz
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Valencia
Goalkeepers
Julen Agirrezabala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Thierry Correia
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
7
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
César Tárrega
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
José Manuel Copete
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
José Gayà
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Luis Rioja
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pepelu
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Javi Guerra
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
Arnaut Danjuma
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Diego López
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Duro
LATE SHIFT
10
Late Mins
10
Late Mins
80
Total Mins
80
Entry
BENCH
Stole Dimitrievski
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Cristian Rivero
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Eray Cömert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rubén Iranzo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jesús Vázquez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
André Almeida
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Nuñez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lucas Beltrán
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Baptiste Santamaría
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dani Raba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | Alaves | 0 - 0 | Valencia | La Liga | Estadio Mendizorrotza |
| 05/14/2025 | Alaves | 1 - 0 | Valencia | La Liga | Estadio de Mendizorroza |
| 12/22/2024 | Valencia | 2 - 2 | Alaves | La Liga | Estadio de Mestalla |
| 07/24/2024 | Valencia | 0 - 1 | Alaves | Friendlies Clubs | Ciudad Deportiva Valencia - Campo 1 |
| 05/05/2024 | Valencia | 0 - 1 | Alaves | La Liga | Estadio de Mestalla |
| 09/02/2023 | Alaves | 1 - 0 | Valencia | La Liga | Estadio de Mendizorroza |
Alaves Win
Valencia Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 9 GD: +11
P: 9 GD: +14
P: 9 GD: +6
P: 9 GD: +6
P: 9 GD: +5
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 9 GD: 0
P: 9 GD: +2
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: +1
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 9 GD: -2
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: -4
P: 9 GD: -3
P: 9 GD: -5
P: 9 GD: -12
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Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Alavés wastes dominance against Valencia: territory without triumph
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 8/100. A match where territorial control failed to translate into clear-cut chances, leaving both sides with the sense of points left on the table.
Control without reward
Alavés arrived at this encounter intent on breaking their La Liga inconsistency, but found a defensively-minded opponent prioritizing solidity over adventure. With 63% possession and 13 total shots, the Vitoria side exercised measured intensity but insufficient thrust. Their 0.81 xG reflected offensive effort, yet precision in the final third proved elusive. Valencia retreated into their shell and hunted transitions—a tactic that limited damage but also their upset chances.
Iron defense, cardboard attack
The stakes of this six-pointer lay in both teams' desperation. Valencia, languishing in 14th with just 9 points from nine games, arrived wounded. Their recent run (DLLDW) screamed inconsistency, and this stalemate offers no cure. Alavés, tenth with 12 points, cannot afford home draws either. Balance reigned supreme: the hosts' 3 shots on target against Valencia's 2, but without the clinical edge needed to break the deadlock. Valencia committed 20 fouls to Alavés' 13—a sign of relentless defensive necessity.
Stats that deceive
Alavés completed 511 passes (84% accuracy) versus Valencia's 311 (70%). Those numbers whisper dominance, yet football isn't won in midfield. Seven corners for the hosts yielded nothing, while Valencia registered zero. Yellow cards (one for Alavés, two for Valencia) signaled a tense yet controlled battle. In the end, 0-0 is just for those who dared not dream.
Key Questions
Why couldn't Alavés break through?
Despite 63% possession and 13 shots, final-third precision evaporated. Valencia's compact defense neutralized interior spaces effectively.
What does this mean for Valencia's season?
A valuable point in their relegation battle, yet they remain 14th with 9 points. Urgent reactivation required to escape the drop zone.
Who controlled the match?
Alavés dominated territorially with 63% possession, but Valencia's solid defense and 20 fouls kept them in the contest.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
Survival Instincts at the stadium
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 30/100. A classic lower-table six-pointer where defensive discipline outweighs creative spark as both sides look to arrest their slide toward the danger zone.
The Setup
On October 20, 2025, Alaves host Valencia in a match defined by vulnerability. The home side enters with a worrying Form, having suffered four defeats in their last five outings. Meanwhile, Valencia’s travel sickness is evident, conceding a staggering 2.8 goals per game on the road. While the competitive Balance suggests a tight affair, the low-scoring nature of both attacks increases the Stakes of every single error. This is a match where avoiding defeat is just as vital as seeking a victory.
Key Battle
The primary conflict features the Alaves frontline against a visitors' defense that has struggled for consistency. However, Valencia boasts one of the league's busier Stars in goal: Julen Agirrezabala. Averaging 4.2 saves per game, he remains the away side's most reliable asset. Alaves will need to find precision in their finishing to bypass a goalkeeper who has already racked up 21 saves this season to keep his side competitive.
Our Prediction
Expect a match dictated by caution. Alaves will likely control more of the ball in front of their home fans, but Valencia’s ability to stay compact and rely on Agirrezabala should prevent a blowout. Given the defensive stats, a clean sheet for either side seems improbable. We predict a 1-1 draw, as both teams settle for a point to stabilize their positions in the bottom half of the table.