Barcelona vs Alaves Prediction, 10:15 p.m. November 29: Dominating

Pre-match comments Barcelona vs Alaves

Barcelona have had a mixed week. The festive atmosphere at Camp Nou as they thrashed Athletic Bilbao 4-0 on their return from a long renovation was quickly dispelled by a 3-0 defeat to Chelsea in the Champions League. That heavy defeat once again cemented the Catalan club's jinx at Stamford Bridge and brought them back to the harsh realities of European competition.

Barcelona are showing clear signs of recovery in La Liga, though. Hansi Flick’s side have only picked up seven points from five games in the European qualifying phase, but domestically they have won three straight games against Elche, Celta Vigo and Bilbao. That run of results is enough to put Barcelona back in the top four and keep their hopes of catching Real Madrid alive.

Barcelona's upcoming schedule in La Liga is quite dense when they have to face Alaves, Atletico Madrid and Real Betis in turn before entering the crucial match with Eintracht Frankfurt in the Champions League. Therefore, hosting Alaves is considered an important opportunity to maintain the winning streak and create a mental advantage before the pressure-filled journey. With gradually improving form, along with the strong return of the pillars in the attack, Barcelona have reason to aim for a fourth consecutive victory. If they win all 3 points, they will temporarily surpass Real Madrid to take the top spot before the end of round 14.

On the other hand, Alaves entered this round in 14th place on the rankings with 15 points. They won 4, drew 3 and lost 6 after 13 matches, a record that shows their efforts but has not yet created a breakthrough. Although they only ranked 15th last season, Alaves is one of the most experienced teams in La Liga, having been present in 9/10 of the most recent seasons. Not playing in European Cups helps them have a better physical foundation, but that is probably still not enough to make up for the difference in class when visiting Camp Nou.

Form, history of confrontations between Barcelona and Alaves

In the last 5 matches in all competitions, Barcelona won 3, drew 1, lost 1. Alaves achieved a record of 2 wins and 3 losses.

The head-to-head record is completely in Barcelona’s favour. In the 49 previous meetings, the Catalans have won 35 matches. In the last 5 meetings, Alaves have lost all 5. Since October 2021, the Basques have not taken a point from Barcelona, and the last time they beat their opponents was almost a decade ago.

Barcelona vs Alaves squad information

Barcelona are without Ter Stegen and Gavi due to injury.

Alaves are without Nikola Maras due to injury. Facundo Garces is suspended.

Expected lineup Barcelona vs Alaves

Barcelona: Joan García; Kounde, Eric Garcia, Cubarsi, Balde; De Jong, Pedri; Yamal, Fermin, Rashford; Torres

Alaves: Sivera; Otto, Tenaglia, Pacheco, Yusi; Vicente, Blanco, Suarez, Alena; Martinez, Boye.

Score prediction Barcelona 3-0 Alaves

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