Barcelona vs Alaves: Preview, Match Details, Prediction, and Lineups

LaLiga Round 22

Alaves

VS

Barcelona

Broadcast Lists

Preview of the Barcelona vs Alaves

This Sunday, February 2, 2025, Barcelona vs Alaves will take center stage in La Liga at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. Barcelona enters this matchup with the pressure of staying within striking distance of their eternal rivals, Real Madrid, in the title race. Meanwhile, Deportivo Alaves will look to climb out of the relegation zone as every point matters at this stage. After a series of inconsistent performances, Barcelona must extend their momentum following their emphatic 7-1 win over Valencia last weekend. For Alaves, their recent draw against Celta Vigo and victory over Real Betis show signs of resilience. However, facing Barca on their home turf presents an entirely different challenge.

Match Details for Barcelona vs Alaves

- Date: Sunday, February 2, 2025 

- Kickoff Time: 1 PM UK / 6:30 PM IST 

- Venue: Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys, Barcelona, Spain 

- Competition: La Liga (2024/25 season) 

 The match will be broadcast on several platforms including ESPN+ (USA), Premier Sports (UK), and SuperSport (Nigeria).

Prediction for the Barcelona vs Alaves Encounter

The odds heavily favor Barcelona to notch a convincing victory against Alaves. Buoyed by attacking prowess from key players like Raphinha and Robert Lewandowski, Barca should dominate possession and capitalize on Alaves’ defensive frailties. With Lewandowski in fine scoring form and Raphinha delivering sensational performances, goals are expected to flow. For Alaves, Kike Garcia remains their primary hope upfront. His ability to exploit defensive gaps may trouble Barcelona, however, sustaining such threats across 90 minutes against Hansi Flick’s side will be difficult. Given the hosts’ home advantage and quality, a 3-0 win for Barcelona seems likely.

Possible Lineups

Barcelona (4-2-3-1):

Goalkeeper: Wojciech Szczesny 

Defenders: Jules Kounde, Ronald Araujo, Pau Cubarsi, Alejandro Balde 

 Midfielders: Marc Casado, Pedri 

 Attackers: Lamine Yamal, Gavi, Raphinha 

 Forward: Robert Lewandowski 

 Alaves (4-2-3-1):

  Goalkeeper: Jesus Owono 

  Defenders: Nahuel Tenaglia, Santiago Mourino, Moussa Diarra, Manu Sanchez 

  Midfielders: Ander Guevara, Carlos Benavidez 

  Attackers: Carlos Vicente, Jon Guridi, Tomas Conechny 

  Forward: Kike Garcia

Players to Watch

Raphinha (Barcelona): The Brazilian has been pivotal in Barcelona’s attacking strategies. With 23 goals and 13 assists this season, his form will likely dictate the outcome of the match. Kike Garcia (Alaves): Alaves will pin their hopes on Garcia, who has scored nine goals this campaign. His knack for finding spaces in defenses could trouble Barcelona if given enough supply.

Final Thoughts on Barcelona vs Alaves

The Barcelona vs Alaves fixture plays a critical role in shaping both teams’ trajectories this season. For Barcelona, it’s all about chasing the leaders and maintaining their hopes in the title race. For Alaves, survival in La Liga depends on stealing points in games like these, though the task ahead appears monumental. While the Blaugrana's attacking quality makes them overwhelming favorites for victory, surprises in football are never off the cards. Regardless of the result, the clash promises a lively contest at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys.