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Alavés are battling for their lives at the bottom, and they are in decent form, so it is difficult to back a struggling Athletic to triumph on Saturday. The match will take place on May 2, 2026, at the Estadio de Mendizorroza. Alavés currently sits 16th in La Liga, just two points above the relegation zone.

Alavés secured a vital 2-1 win against Mallorca in their last outing. They have lost only one of their last six matches, showing improvement as they strive to avoid relegation. In contrast, Athletic Club is positioned 10th in the table, three points behind sixth-placed Getafe in their pursuit of European qualification.

Key facts:

• Alavés have picked up 24 points from 16 home matches this season.
• Athletic lost 3-2 to Atlético Madrid in their last match.
• In their history, Alavés have won just nine of their 52 meetings with Athletic across all competitions.
• Athletic remains unbeaten away to Alavés since October 2020.

The last meeting between these two teams ended with Alavés winning 1-0. This victory provides them with confidence as they prepare for this crucial Basque derby. Quique Sanchez Flores leads Alavés, while Ernesto Valverde manages Athletic Club.

The stakes are high for both teams. Alavés must secure points to ensure safety from relegation, while Athletic seeks to salvage a disappointing season. Their upcoming matches include tough fixtures for both sides.

The next few weeks will be critical for both teams as they look to achieve their respective goals. With the season nearing its end, every match counts significantly.