The 34th matchday of La Liga will see Deportivo Alaves face Athletic Bilbao at Mendizorroza Stadium on Saturday (May 2) at 11:30 PM WIB.
This match is crucial for Alaves’ survival in the top flight of Spanish football.
Alaves currently sits in 17th place with 36 points, just two points above the relegation zone. Every point in the remaining season is crucial for them.
Quique Sanchez Flores’ team recently secured a 2-1 victory over Mallorca, giving them positive momentum heading into this match. Athletic Bilbao, on the other hand, are coming off a 3-2 loss to Atletico Madrid.
Bilbao currently sits in 10th place with 41 points and hopes to improve their position in the standings. Although they are secure in mid-table, they are still aiming for a win.
Alaves will be without Facundo Garces due to suspension, as well as Carlos Benavidez and Lucas Boye due to injuries. Quique Sanchez Flores will likely entrust Toni Martinez and Mariano Diaz to lead the attack.
At Athletic Bilbao, Benat Prados is also injured, but Ernesto Valverde can still field his best players. The Williams duo, Inaki and Nico, are expected to pose a threat on the wings.
Quique Sanchez Flores is predicted to employ a pragmatic strategy, relying on quick counterattacks. Carles Alena in midfield is expected to provide creativity in attack.
Meanwhile, Athletic Bilbao will likely dominate possession and pressure their opponents from the start. This match is a crucial moment for both teams to achieve their goals.
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Tinggalkan Balasan