The José Zorrilla Stadium is set to host a high-stakes encounter this Sunday, 18 May, as Real Valladolid take on Alavés in a crucial LaLiga match for the visitors. Valladolid, anchored to the bottom of the table with just 16 points, are long since been relegated. Meanwhile, Alaves, sitting 17th on 38 points, have the chance to guarantee their survival with a win.
Valladolid’s season has been nothing short of disastrous, highlighted by a 10-match losing streak that has shattered their confidence. They are winless in their last 17 matches, and their home form offers little encouragement, with no victories in their previous eight games at the José Zorrilla. Their league-worst goal difference of -60 underscores their defensive frailties. However, Mamadou Sylla could play a pivotal role as Valladolid look to end their torrid run and keep their faint hopes alive.
Alaves, in contrast, arrive with a more robust recent record, having secured two wins and three draws in their last five matches. Their knack for late goals—29% of their strikes have come in the final 15 minutes—has been a defining feature of their campaign. Kike Garcia’s presence in attack could be crucial as they aim to capitalise on Valladolid’s defensive vulnerabilities. Historically, Alaves have enjoyed the upper hand in this fixture, winning 14 of the last 30 meetings. However, Valladolid’s six home victories in their last 14 clashes at the José Zorrilla suggest this could still be a closely fought contest.
With relegation looming large for Valladolid, this match is all about the visitors. A win for Alaves would see them celebrate survival. A rare Valladolid win could pull Alaves deep into the mire depending on results elsewhere.
Valladolid - Alaves Key Facts
Valladolid are enduring a dire run, having lost their last 10 matches in LaLiga and failing to win in their last 17 games, which significantly diminishes their chances of securing points in upcoming fixtures.
Alaves have shown resilience away from home, remaining unbeaten in their last 5 away matches, indicating a strong potential for them to secure at least a draw or a win against struggling opponents.
Historically, the most common result in matches between these two teams is 0-1, with Alaves winning this way in 5 encounters, suggesting that a low-scoring game could be a likely outcome based on past performances.
Valladolid vs Alaves Betting Predictions
Primary Bet:Away Win @ 3/5
Deportivo Alaves' impressive away form makes them a compelling choice for an "away win". They are unbeaten in their last five away fixtures, showcasing consistency on the road. In stark contrast, Real Valladolid are enduring a torrid spell, having lost nine consecutive LaLiga matches and failing to secure a victory in their last 16 outings. Historically, Alaves have fared well against Valladolid, winning 14 of their previous 30 encounters. While Valladolid hold a slight historical advantage at home, their current struggles significantly tilt the scales in favour of Alaves to claim all three points.
Secondary Bet:Over 2.5 Goals @ Evens
The secondary bet of "over 2.5 goals" is well-supported by both teams' scoring trends and historical data. Valladolid average just 0.85 goals per home match, while Alaves manage 1.24 goals per game on their travels, suggesting a decent chance of a higher goal tally. Furthermore, their past meetings have averaged two goals per match, and with both sides displaying defensive vulnerabilities, this fixture could see plenty of scoring opportunities. Although Valladolid have struggled to find the net in several home matches this season, Alaves' attacking edge and the high stakes of this clash make this an attractive betting option.
