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Estadio de la Cerámica, November 9, 2024, 17:15 CET
Where to Watch: MEGOGO, Volia TV
Team News and Form Guide
Villarreal, led by Marcelino García Toral, have enjoyed a strong start to the La Liga season and remain in contention for a coveted Champions League spot. Despite defeats to Spanish giants Real Madrid (0-2) and Barcelona (1-5), the “Yellow Submarine” have shown resilience, earning valuable draws against Atletico (2-2), Valencia (1-1), and Getafe (1-1). They enter the matchup in high spirits following a narrow away win over Valladolid, where Ayoze Pérez made an immediate impact on his return, scoring a decisive late goal. Villarreal’s Copa del Rey fixture against fifth-division Poblenense further boosted morale, with Ayoze netting a hat-trick. The recent DANA storm in the region led to a postponed match against Rayo Vallecano, making this fixture a welcome return to action at the Estadio de la Cerámica. Villarreal will don an unusual black kit for this clash.
For Villarreal, injuries continue to limit the squad, with key players like Juan Foyth, Alfonso Pedraza, and Gerard Moreno still recovering. Meanwhile, Kiko Femenía and Dani Parejo are one booking away from suspension.
Alaves, managed by Luis García Plaza, began the season impressively but have hit a rough patch, suffering five consecutive league defeats, including losses to Real Madrid (2-3), Getafe (0-2), Barcelona (0-3), Valladolid (2-3), and Rayo Vallecano (0-1). However, they recently edged past Compostela in the Copa del Rey courtesy of a decisive own goal and followed that with a gritty 1-0 victory over Mallorca, secured by Jon Guridi’s strike. Despite their current league position, Alaves’ attractive playing style and summer signings have generated intrigue around their project. Key absentees for the Basques include injured players Hugo Novoa and Carlos Benavides, while Manu Sanchez is at risk of suspension.
Predicted Outcome
Villarreal and Alaves drew 1-1 in both their meetings last season, but the “Yellow Submarine” enter this match as heavy favorites. With home advantage and a rested squad due to their lack of European commitments, Villarreal are expected to secure a comfortable victory. A win by a margin of 2-3 goals seems plausible, with Ayoze Pérez likely to extend his scoring run.
