Alaves

Alaves is a football club that competes in Spain's La Liga. They are newsworthy due to recent matches against two of the league's top teams, Real Madrid and Barcelona. In a match against Real Madrid on December 14, 2025, Alaves lost 2-1, with goals from Kylian Mbappe and Rodrygo Goes securing the win for Real Madrid. This victory eased the pressure on Real Madrid's coach, Xabi Alonso, who had been under scrutiny due to the team's inconsistent performance. Prior to that, on November 30, 2025, Alaves faced Barcelona and suffered a 3-1 defeat. Barcelona's victory, fueled by goals from Lamine Yamal and Dani Olmo, allowed them to reclaim the top spot in the La Liga standings. Alaves's recent matches highlight their position as a team facing challenges against the league's stronger contenders.