{"id":1427112,"date":"2026-01-29T09:52:42","date_gmt":"2026-01-29T09:52:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1427112"},"modified":"2026-01-29T09:52:44","modified_gmt":"2026-01-29T09:52:44","slug":"match-preview-espanyol-vs-alaves-30-01-26-la-liga","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-espanyol-vs-alaves-30-01-26-la-liga\/","title":{"rendered":"Espanyol vs Alaves: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Espanyol<\/a> welcome Alaves<\/a> to the RCDE Stadium for a Friday night showdown, with both sides carrying contrasting ambitions into this La Liga<\/a> clash. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Espanyol are pushing for a top-four finish with a potent attack, while Alaves are fighting to distance themselves from the relegation spots. Kick-off is at 20:00 on 30 January 2026, promising a contest where recent form and head-to-head history are both firmly in Espanyol\u2019s favour.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on Espanyol\u2019s superior attacking output, home form, and recent head-to-head edge, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in Espanyol to win, thanks to their proven firepower and Alaves\u2019 away struggles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Espanyol to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n20\/21 @ Bet365<\/a>
(51.2%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing Espanyol to win because they have outscored Alaves by 7 goals this season, boast a strong home record in the H2H, and their attack is led by in-form Pere Milla Pena. Alaves have the lowest scoring rate among La Liga teams and struggle for creativity away from home.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score – No<\/strong><\/td>\n8\/13 @ Bet365<\/a>
(61.9%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value in backing “No” on BTTS, as Alaves average just 0.86 goals per match and rely on isolated moments from Carlos Vicente. Espanyol have kept 6 clean sheets, with defender Carlos Romero Serrano providing solidity at the back.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Espanyol sit 5th with 34 points from 21 matches, while Alaves are 15th with 22 points. Espanyol\u2019s win rate stands at 48%, with a perfectly balanced goal difference, while Alaves have won just 6 times and hold a -8 differential. The gap in attacking output is notable: Espanyol have netted 25 (1.19 per game), compared to just 18 for Alaves (0.86 per game).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Espanyol<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n7<\/td>\n25<\/td>\n25<\/td>\n0<\/td>\n34<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Alaves<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n21<\/td>\n6<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n18<\/td>\n26<\/td>\n-8<\/td>\n22<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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