UD Las PalmasvsDeportivo Alaves

Recent Form and Context

UD Las Palmas and Deportivo Alaves are set to clash in what promises to be a tightly contested match. Both teams have been struggling to find form, with Las Palmas failing to secure a win in their last nine games and Alaves winless in their last six. Las Palmas recently showed resilience by securing a 1-1 draw against Osasuna despite being down to ten men, while Alaves suffered a 1-3 defeat to Real Betis, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.

Team News and Key Players

Las Palmas will be looking to capitalize on their home advantage, although they haven't won at home in their last four matches. The debut of French defender Andy Pelmard could bolster their defense, but the potential departure of key player Alberto Moleiro might disrupt their midfield dynamics. For Alaves, the return of defender Garces is a positive, but the absence of goalkeeper Antonio Sivera due to injury is a significant blow. Jesus Owono will need to step up in goal to fill the void left by Sivera.

Head-to-Head and Historical Trends

Historically, matches between these two sides have been closely contested. The most common result is a 1-1 draw, occurring nine times in their encounters. In their last 14 meetings at Las Palmas' home, the hosts have won six times, drawn four, and lost four, indicating a balanced rivalry. Notably, Las Palmas hasn't beaten Alaves at home since 2015, and last season's home fixture ended in a 1-1 draw.

Statistical Insights and Prediction

Both teams have shown a tendency to concede goals, with Las Palmas conceding in each of their last nine matches and Alaves in their last 15. This defensive frailty suggests that both teams are likely to score. Las Palmas scores 30% of their goals in the last 15 minutes, while Alaves scores 34% in the same period, indicating a potential for late drama. Given the current form and historical data, a draw seems the most probable outcome, with both teams finding the net.