La Liga Regular Season - 22
Espanyol 1 - 2 FT Alaves
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
A. Blanco 27'
V. Parada 40'
HT
↓ C. Protesoni ↑F. Garces 46'
57' ↓ R. Terrats ↑T. Dolan
57' ↓ Jofre ↑P. Milla
↓ V. Parada ↑Yusi 61'
↓ Calebe ↑A. Guevara 61'
L. Boye (T. Martinez) 71'
↓ T. Martinez ↑J. Guridi 74'
79' ↓ C. Riedel ↑R. Sanchez
84' ↓ F. Calero ↑M. Rubio
84' ↓ U. Gonzalez ↑C. Pickel
86' Exposito
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Espanyol
Goalkeepers
Marko Dmitrović 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Clemens Riedel
LATE SHIFT
11
Late Mins
11
Late Mins
78
Total Mins
79
Entry
Fernando Calero
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Leandro Cabrera 
STORMTROOPER
3
Shots
3
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Carlos Romero
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Jofre Carreras
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Urko González
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Edu Expósito 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
32%
Pass Acc
Ramón Terrats
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
57
Total Mins
57
Entry
Forwards
Roberto Fernández 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Kike García 
PROVOCATEUR
4
Fouls Won
4
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Pol Tristan Jimenez 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Angel Fortuno
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Omar El Hilali
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jose Salinas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rubén Sánchez
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Miguel Rubio
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pere Milla
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
38
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Charles Pickel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
11
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pol Lozano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tyrhys Dolan
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Antoniu Roca
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Alaves
Goalkeepers
Antonio Sivera
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jonny Otto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Carlos Benavídez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Jon Pacheco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
95
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Victor Parada
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Midfielders
Calebe Gonçalves
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Pablo Ibáñez
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Antonio Blanco
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Carles Aleñá
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
34%
Pass Acc
Forwards
Toni Martínez 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Lucas Boyé 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.7
Rating
BENCH
Raúl Fernández
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ruben Montero
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Facundo Garcés
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
50
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Youssef Enriquez Lekhedim
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Nahuel Tenaglia
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ángel Pérez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ander Guevara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
34
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jon Guridi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
21
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Abderrahman Rebbach
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Aitor Mañas
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2025 | Alaves | 2 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio Mendizorrotza |
| 22/02/2025 | Alaves | 0 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio de Mendizorroza |
| 14/09/2024 | Espanyol | 3 - 2 | Alaves | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 11/05/2022 | Alaves | 2 - 1 | Espanyol | La Liga | Estadio de Mendizorroza |
| 22/09/2021 | Espanyol | 1 - 0 | Alaves | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
| 13/06/2020 | Espanyol | 2 - 0 | Alaves | La Liga | RCDE Stadium |
Espanyol Win
Alaves Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 22 GD: +37
P: 22 GD: +29
P: 22 GD: +21
P: 21 GD: +16
P: 22 GD: +8
P: 22 GD: -1
P: 22 GD: +6
P: 22 GD: 0
P: 22 GD: -1
P: 22 GD: -7
P: 22 GD: -10
P: 22 GD: -15
P: 22 GD: -2
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 22 GD: -8
P: 22 GD: -11
P: 22 GD: -12
P: 22 GD: -12
P: 21 GD: -10
League Standings
P: 27 GD: +46
P: 27 GD: +33
P: 27 GD: +21
P: 27 GD: +18
P: 27 GD: +8
P: 27 GD: +7
P: 26 GD: -6
P: 27 GD: -1
P: 27 GD: -6
P: 27 GD: -7
P: 27 GD: 0
P: 27 GD: -11
P: 27 GD: -6
P: 27 GD: -7
P: 27 GD: -15
P: 27 GD: -12
P: 27 GD: -6
P: 27 GD: -13
P: 27 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Alaves Overturn Early Deficit to Silence the RCDE Stadium
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 56/100. This result deepens the crisis for a top-five Espanyol side while proving that Alaves possess the clinical edge to dismantle higher-ranked opposition on the road.
The Early Breakthrough
The atmosphere at the RCDE Stadium was initially buoyant as Espanyol sought to end a dismal run of form. The hosts started with high Intensity, looking to impose their will on an opponent sitting significantly lower in the standings. It took only 15 minutes for the pressure to tell; R. Fernandez Jaen capitalised on a lapse in the visitors' concentration to fire the home side ahead. During this opening phase, Espanyol edged possession and seemed to have the game under control. However, the early opener proved to be a double-edged sword, as the hosts retreated into a defensive shell rather than pursuing a second goal, allowing Alaves to find their footing in a match that was far more balanced than the scoreline suggested.
Shift in Momentum
The game’s Balance shifted dramatically as the first half progressed. Alaves refused to be discouraged by the early setback and began to exploit gaps in the Espanyol midfield. In the 27th minute, the game was turned on its head when A. Blanco produced a moment of individual brilliance to level the scores. This equaliser changed the psychological complexion of the match, as the lead changed hands 3 times in terms of momentum shifts throughout the ninety minutes. The visitors’ Stakes were high as they looked to climb toward mid-table security, and their efficiency was remarkable; while both teams shared possession equally, Alaves were far more dangerous, forcing the home goalkeeper into five saves to keep the scores level heading into the latter stages.
The Clinical Conclusion
As the match entered its final quarter, the prospect of a significant Upset loomed large. Espanyol’s inability to regain control of the tempo proved fatal in the 71st minute. A. Blanco continued to dictate play, but it was the combination of T. Martinez and L. Boye that finally broke the deadlock. L. Boye showed exceptional composure to finish a well-worked move, completing the comeback and leaving the home fans in stunned silence. Despite a late flurry of activity from the hosts, Alaves held firm to secure a victory that defied their 29% pre-match win probability. For Espanyol, a fourth loss in five matches signals a genuine slump, while Alaves celebrate a resilient performance that showcased their tactical maturity under pressure.
Key Questions
How did Espanyol complete the comeback from behind?
Espanyol did not complete a comeback; despite scoring first, they were overtaken by Alaves, who won 2-1 thanks to goals from A. Blanco and L. Boye.
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.
Alaves Face Survival Test at RCDE Stadium
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 44/100. While Espanyol eye the Champions League spots, Alaves arrive in Catalonia knowing any slip-up could be fatal for their survival hopes.
The Setup
The RCDE Stadium hosts a match where the Stakes are polarized between European dreams and the dread of the drop. Espanyol enter Matchday 22 in a surprising 5th place, buoyed by a Form that has seen them recover from a mid-season wobble. Conversely, Alaves sit 18th, trapped in a spiral of defeats. The tactical Balance of the game favors the hosts, who boast a disciplined defensive unit led by C. Riedel, capable of stifling an Alaves side that has struggled for goals all season.
Key Battle
The contest will likely be decided by the defensive organization of Jon Pacheco. He faces a grueling night trying to track the clever movement of Espanyol’s midfield orchestrator Urko González. While Alaves lack significant Stars in top form, the physicality of L. Boyé remains their best hope of breaking the deadlock against the run of play.
Our Prediction
Expect Espanyol to dominate possession, utilizing C. Pickel to control the tempo from the middle of the park. Alaves will likely deploy a low block, relying on Yusi to cover the flanks, but the pressure will eventually tell. A patient home side should find the breakthrough in the second half. We predict a narrow 1-0 victory for Espanyol, a result that cements their top-five status while leaving Alaves deep in the relegation mire.