Villarreal vs Alaves Prediction LaLiga 10.01.2026
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Villarreal vs Alaves Prediction LaLiga
Villarreal vs Alaves Prediction and Betting Tips for Matchday 19 of the Spanish top flight, scheduled for January 10, 2026, at 15:15 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on LaLiga TV and Premier Sports Player. The clash takes place at the Estadio de la Ceramica, with the home side looking to cement their position in the top three. Villarreal enters this fixture with 38 points, while the visitors are languishing in 13th place with just 19 points. In this article, you’ll discover LaLiga Predictions from XpertStats tipsters.
- Villarreal currently occupies third place in La Liga having secured twelve victories from seventeen league matches.
- The Yellow Submarine boasts one of the strongest defensive records in the division this football season.
- Alaves struggles on the road having managed only one victory in their eight away league fixtures.
- The visiting side has the second worst attacking record in the league with only fourteen goals.
- Logan Costa and Pau Cabanes will be unavailable for the hosts due to their recent injuries.
- Carlos Protesoni is suspended for Alaves following a red card in their previous league match.
Marcelino has transformed Villarreal into a genuine powerhouse this season, balancing a tight defense with a clinical attack. Despite a slight setback against Barcelona at the end of 2025, the team showed their resilience by dispatching Elche 3-1 in their last outing. They currently sit level with Atletico Madrid but hold a significant advantage with two games in hand. Their home form is nothing short of spectacular, having earned 22 points from nine matches. Still, they must navigate this fixture without Logan Costa and Pau Cabanes, while international duties have stripped them of Ilias Akhomach and Pape Gueye. Even so, the return of Renato Veiga from suspension is a massive boost for the back four.
Villarreal manager Marcelino García Toral has addressed his future at the club, emphasizing that total mutual trust is essential for a contract extension. Ahead of the clash against Alavés, the coach noted he wishes to avoid the friction that marked his previous departure. Despite the uncertainty, Marcelino remains focused on securing a top-three spot, praising Dani Parejo’s leadership as the team aims for a historic 44-point first half.
| GK | L. Junior |
| DF | A. Pedraza, R. Veiga, R. Marín, S. Mouriño |
| MF | A. Moleiro, D. Parejo, S. Comesaña, N. Pépé |
| FW | G. Mikautadze, A. Pérez |
| OUT |
L. Costa(OUT),
W. Kambwala(OUT),
P. Navarro(OUT),
I. Akhomach(OUT),
P. Gueye(OUT),
|
| GK | A. Sivera |
| DF | J. Castro, N. Tenaglia, S. Pacheco, M. Parada |
| MF | A. Guevara, A. Blanco C. Vicente, P. Ibáñez, A. Rebbach |
| FW | T. Martínez |
| OUT |
L. Boyé(OUT),
B. Garcés(OUT),
Denis S.(OUT),
F. Protesoni(OUT),
Mariano(OUT),
M. Diarra(OUT),
|
Villarreal's dominance at the Estadio de la Ceramica is the primary driver for this selection. They have amassed twenty-two points from just nine home fixtures, demonstrating remarkable consistency in front of their fans. In contrast, Alaves has struggled immensely on their travels, managing just one victory from eight away matches this season. The statistical gap is significant as Villarreal averages 2.22 goals per home game while conceding only 0.67. Alaves, plagued by a lack of offensive output with only fourteen goals scored all season, will find it difficult to penetrate the joint-best defense in the league. With key players like Renato Veiga returning to the starting lineup, the Yellow Submarine possesses the tactical depth to overcome their injury concerns. Given the current momentum and the fact that Alaves has not won a league match in over a month, a home win for the third-placed side remains the most logical outcome.
Predicting at least two goals in this encounter is backed by consistent seasonal data. Villarreal matches at home have been high scoring affairs, averaging 2.89 total goals per game. Their ability to find the back of the net is consistent, and they have surpassed the 1.5 goal mark in nearly nine out of every ten home matches. Alaves, while struggling to score, still contributes to the total match goal count through their defensive lapses on the road. The visitors concede over a goal per game on average when playing away from home. Furthermore, history shows that these two teams rarely play out scoreless draws, with only three draws in their last 32 meetings. With Villarreal missing some defensive starters like Logan Costa, there might even be a window for Alaves to contribute a goal, making the Over 1.5 goals market a very safe and statistically sound selection for bettors.
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FAQ – Villarreal vs Alaves Prediction
Who is the favorite to win between Villarreal and Alaves?
Villarreal are the heavy favorites due to their third-place standing and excellent home record of 22 points from nine games.
Where can I watch Villarreal vs Alaves live?
The Villarreal vs Alaves La Liga match will be broadcast live on LaLiga TV and Premier Sports Player.
What time does Villarreal vs Alaves start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 15:15 (GMT) on Saturday, January 10, 2026.
