Real Oviedo will hope to put an end to their winless streak when they take on Deportivo Alaves in the 18th round of La Liga at Estadio de Mendizorozza on Sunday, 4 January 2026.
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Alaves vs Real Oviedo predictions: Low-scoring affair
Key stats
- Six of the last eight meetings between these sides went below the 2.5-goal threshold.
- Real Oviedo are currently on an 11-match winless streak across all competitions.
- Alaves opened the scoring in four of their last six matches.
Correct score prediction: Alaves 1-0 Real Oviedo
In addition to being on an 11-game winless streak, Real Oviedo also did not score a single goal in their last seven matches.
Alaves have fared better than their hosts, winning three of their last five matches in all competitions. They also have a solid track record against Oviedo, with only one defeat in their last seven H2Hs.
Taking everything into account, we are leaning toward Alaves for the win.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies favour Alaves
- HOME: 17/20 (1.85) – 54.1%
- DRAW: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
- AWAY: 19/5 (4.80) – 20.8%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
As things stand, Alaves and Real Oviedo are 15th and 19th in La Liga, respectively.
While Alaves have a modest four wins in nine home games so far, Oviedo have been one of the worst travellers in the Spanish top flight this season with a 1-1-6 win-draw-loss record.
Ahead of this skirmish, Deportivo Alaves are the expected winners at 17/20 (1.85). Teams with these odds generally have a 54.1% probability of winning.
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Moreover, these teams have a combined 8.7 corners per game in the Spanish top flight this season. Bearing that in mind, under 9.5 total corners has an appealing look at 17/20 (1.85). That one has a 54.1% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: Fairly one-sided
Deportivo Alaves have lost only once in their last seven clashes with Real Oviedo (W4, D2) and have not lost a home game against Oviedo in over two decades.
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Alaves preview: No new injury concerns
Alaves will enter this game with no confirmed injury absentees. However, Lucas Boye and Jon Guridi have doubts surrounding their availability.
There will be no doubts about Facundo Garces’ availability for Alaves, as the Malaysian international remains banned from all football-related activities until September.
Predicted lineup: Sivera (GK), Otto, Tenaglia, Pacheco, Parada, Blanco, Calebe, Ibanez, Suarez, Rebbach & Martinez.
Last five matches
- Osasuna 3-0 Alaves
- Alaves 1-0 Sevilla
- Alaves 1-2 Real Madrid
- Alaves 1-0 Real Sociedad
- Portugalete 0-3 Alaves
Real Oviedo preview: Hoping to halt their unwanted streak
As for Real Oviedo, Ilyas Chaira remains the only confirmed injury absentee for this game, while Horatiu Moldovan, Ovie Ejaria, and Nacho Vidal could all be back for this contest.
David Carmo has rejoined the team after Angola suffered an early elimination from the Africa Cup of Nations, even as the defender could feature for the visitors on Sunday.
Predicted lineup: Escandell (GK), Lopez, Calvo, Costas, Ahijado, Colombatto, Dendoncker, Brekalo, Reina, Hassan & Vinas.
Last five matches
- Real Oviedo 0-0 Celta Vigo
- Sevilla 4-0 Real Oviedo
- Real Oviedo 0-0 Mallorca
- Atletico Madrid 2-0 Real Oviedo
- Real Oviedo 0-0 Rayo Vallecano
Player to watch: Carlos Vicente
Carlos Vicente has been nothing short of impressive, scoring three goals and providing an assist in his last five appearances for Alaves. The 26-year-old midfielder will be called upon to provide goals on Sunday.