The 2024-25 edition of La Liga returns to the fold with another round of matches this weekend as Deportivo Alaves take on an impressive Las Palmas side in an important clash at the Estadio Mendizorroza on Saturday. Both teams are yet to hit their stride this season and will want to win this game.
Deportivo Alaves vs Las Palmas Preview
Las Palmas are in 16th place in the La Liga standings and have been inconsistent this season. The away side held Real Madrid to an admirable 1-1 draw last week and will be confident ahead of this fixture.
Deportivo Alaves, on the other hand, are in ninth place in the league table and have not been at their best over the past year. The hosts edged Real Sociedad to a narrow 2-1 victory in their previous game and will look to achieve a similar result this weekend.
Deportivo Alaves vs Las Palmas Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- Deportivo Alaves have a good recent record against Las Palmas and have won 10 out of the last 24 matches played between the two teams, as opposed to Las Palmas' seven victories.
- After a run of five victories in seven matches against Las Palmas in La Liga, Deportivo Alaves have won only two of their last seven such games in the competition.
- Deportivo Alaves have won only one of their last six matches at home in all competitions, with their only such victory coming by a 2-0 scoreline in 2017.
- Las Palmas have failed to find the back of the net in five of their last six matches away from home against opponents from the Basque country in La Liga.
Deportivo Alaves vs Las Palmas Prediction
Las Palmas were impressive against Real Madrid and have talented players in their ranks this season. Alberto Moleiro has been impressive for his side this season and will look to make his mark in this fixture.
Deportivo Alaves can pack a punch on their day and have a point to prove this weekend. Las Palmas are the better team and should be able to win this game.
Prediction: Deportivo Alaves 1-2 Las Palmas
Deportivo Alaves vs Las Palmas Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Las Palmas to win
Tip 2: Game to have over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Las Palmas to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Alberto Moleiro to score - Yes