The action in Spain’s La Liga returns following the international break on Saturday, with Atletico Madrid chasing maximum points against Alaves.
Diego Simeone’s side have been in excellent recent form, winning each of their last two to close to within a point of Real Madrid in the standings.
Alaves will have the odds stacked against them this weekend, as they bid to get their campaign back on track after suffering four defeats in their last five.
Odds
Alaves will be the massive outsiders in the betting this weekend, as they will be priced up at +922. Atletico Madrid will be challenging to bet against on the moneyline at -277.
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Atletico Madrid | -277 |
| Draw | +394 |
| Alaves | +922 |
Atletico Dominant in Home Matches Against Alaves
| Total | Atletico Madrid | Alaves | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 16 | 10 | 2 | 4 |
| La Liga Games | 16 | 10 | 2 | 4 |
| Goals | 34 | 24 | 10 |
Atletico’s chances of victory this weekend are enhanced based on their excellent home record against Alaves. The home side have lost just once in their last 13 home matches against their opponents. Their only defeat was suffered in May 2003.
Atletico have won each of their last six in the Spanish capital against Alaves, which is their best winning sequence against their opponents in the competition.
Interestingly, Alaves have won two of their last four against Atletico, but both wins were recorded at Mendizorroza.
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Atletico Madrid vs. Alaves Key Stats
- Atletico Madrid have avoided defeat in their last 36 home matches against teams from the Basque county.
- Atletico have recorded three wins in their last four matches in the Spanish top flight.
- Alaves have suffered defeats in six of their last seven league matches.
Atletico Madrid Team News
Thomas Lemar is unlikely to return for the home side until the start of December. Marcos Llorente and Nahuel Lucero are both doubtful to return to action this weekend.
Possible Lineup
Jan Oblak (GK); Jose Gimenez, Clement Lenglet, Axel Witsel, Cesar Azpilicueta, Angel Correa, Conor Gallagher, Koke, Javi Galan, Antoine Griezmann, Julian Alvarez
Alaves Team News
Hugo Novoa is unlikely to return to action until the start of 2025 after having a hernia operation. Carlos Benavidez is also set to sit out La Liga matches until the start of next month with a hamstring issue.
Possible Lineup
Antonio Sivera (GK); Nahuel Tenaglia, Abdel Adqar, Alejandro Jay, Manu Sanchez, Ander Guevara, Antonio Blanco, Carlos Vicente, Jon Guridi, Abde Rebbach, Enrique Garcia
Atletico Madrid vs. Alaves Prediction
The odds are stacked against Alaves this weekend, as the visiting side have suffered more defeats in their last seven than they had in their previous 17.
Atletico’s home dominance against teams from the Basque area is also worthwhile considering. Therefore, the preference is for the home side to cover the spread on Saturday.
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