It’s been a struggle for Deportivo Alaves, having failed to secure another win since their 3-1 victory over 10-man Real Betis in January. Alaves, however, are currently in the relegation zone after dropping points in their last six games with a total record of three draws and three defeats in six games, including a 1-1 draw against Mallorca in their last time out.

Villarreal have impressed lately with four wins and two draws in their latest six matches in La Liga. Manager Toral’s side will face Alaves this weekend coming off a narrow win over Rayo Vallecano in their previous match, which also extended their unbeaten run to six games.

Deportivo Alaves succumbed to a 3-0 defeat in their most recent encounter earlier this season, after a back-to-back 1-1 draw in their past two meetings last season.

Four of their last five meetings between the sides ended with both teams scoring.

Alaves and Villarreal produced over 1.5 goals in their previous five encounters.

Both teams provided over 2.5 goals in three of their past five meetings.

Alaves won three of their last five games at Mendizorroza, losing just once to Villarreal with a draw.