Alaves vs Barcelona Match Preview

The La Liga clash at Estadio Mendizorrotza in Vitoria-Gasteiz brings Alaves against league leaders Barcelona on 13 May 2026 (19:30 UTC). Alaves enter round 36 in 18th place on 37 points, fighting relegation, while Barcelona sit 1st with 91 points and a goal difference of 60.

Alaves Availability

Alaves have two concerns. F. Garces (Suspended) is sidelined, reducing depth in defense. L. Boye (Muscle Injury) is doubtful; with 11 goals and 1 assist in 27 appearances, his potential absence would be a major blow to Alaves’ attacking threat alongside 12-goal Toni Martínez.

Barcelona Availability

Barcelona travel with three confirmed absentees, all significant. A. Christensen (Knee Injury) is sidelined, trimming options at the back. Lamine Yamal (Thigh Injury) is sidelined; with 16 goals and 11 assists plus a standout rating, his loss is a major blow, removing one of La Liga’s most productive creators. Raphinha (Yellow Cards) is sidelined; his 11 goals and 3 assists underline another major blow on the right flank.

Impact Summary

Alaves risk losing one of their two leading scorers if L. Boye does not feature, placing extra weight on Toni Martínez’s 12-goal output. Barcelona, despite missing Lamine Yamal and Raphinha, can still lean on Ferran Torres (16 goals) and R. Lewandowski (13 goals), maintaining a significantly higher attacking ceiling.