Alaves vs Real Madrid: La Liga – team news, start time, lineups

Al JazeeraCenterEN 6 min read 100% complete by Kevin HandDecember 13, 2025 at 08:57 PM

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Real Madrid will face Alaves in a La Liga match on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at Mendizorroza Stadium in Vitoria, Spain. The match is crucial for Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso, whose position is under pressure due to the team's recent poor performance, having only won two of their last eight matches. Despite a recent Champions League defeat by Manchester City, key players like Jude Bellingham have publicly supported Alonso. Kylian Mbappe is also expected to return to the lineup after recovering from an injury. The match is important for Real Madrid to close the gap with Barcelona, who are currently seven points ahead in the league standings.

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Kylian Mbappe 50% Alaves ×260% Real Madrid ×570% Xabi Alonso ×480%

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