Barcelona – Alaves: Vetovihje & kertoimet

Betting Tips for Barcelona vs Alaves

When I look at this upcoming clash between Barcelona and Alaves, I can’t help but feel that the odds are heavily stacked in favor of the hosts! The bookies have set the odds for a Barcelona win at 1.19, which really reflects their current form. Alaves, on the other hand, is sitting at a daunting 12.00 for a victory. My gut tells me that Barcelona’s going to take this one, especially given Alaves’s struggle to stay afloat this season. If you’re feeling adventurous, betting that Barcelona scores first at 1.25 seems like a no-brainer.

Match Preview

In La Liga’s 22nd round, we’ve got an exciting match lined up as Barcelona faces off against Alaves. The pressure’s on for Barca—they can’t afford to drop any more points not just for the championship chase, but also to keep their spot on the podium. Athletic Bilbao is lurking right behind them, and that’s gotta be a little nerve-wracking for the Blaugrana fans! Alaves, struggling in the relegation zone, will definitely fight tooth and nail for every single point.

Essential Match Details

– **Competition:** La Liga
– **Date and Time:** Sunday, February 2, 2025, at 14:00
– **Venue:** Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys
– **Broadcast:** Eleven Sports 1
– **Betting Odds from Netbet:**
– Barcelona: 1.19
– Draw: 7.40
– Alaves: 12.00

Barcelona’s Season So Far

Barcelona’s had a mixed bag this season. After 21 matches, they sit in third place with 13 wins, 2 draws, and 5 losses. Recent form? Well, it’s not the best—only one win in the last five games! They’ve got a seven-point gap to the top dogs, Real Madrid, and are also trailing Atletico by three. But, here’s the silver lining: they’re safely ahead of Athletic Bilbao by two points and Villarreal by eight!

Their journey in the Supercopa was impressive, taking down Athletic Bilbao 2-0 in the semis and then smashing Real Madrid 5-2 in the final. They’ve also had some solid Cup performances, outclassing their opponents like Barbastro and Betis.

However, the Champions League proved a bit tricky, with that unanticipated loss to Monaco. But they bounced back against other teams, showcasing their attacking prowess in subsequent matches.

Alaves’ Struggles

Now, flipping over to Alaves, things aren’t looking peachy for them. Sitting at a precarious 17th, they’ve managed only five wins, with six draws and ten losses. In their recent outings, they’ve secured just one win, alongside three draws and a loss, so you can feel the tension as they hover just above the relegation zone. They need to claw back points, especially as they’re just a single point above Espanyol, who’s in that dreaded drop zone!

In the Copa del Rey, Alaves managed a narrow win against Compostella, but then shockingly crashed out after losing on penalties to Deportivo Minera. Talk about a rollercoaster!

Final Thoughts

We’re gearing up for what should be an electrifying match, and I can’t help but feel a little excited—even if Alaves is fighting for survival, they’ll bring some fight to the pitch. But honestly? I’m leaning heavily towards Barcelona taking the three points here. They simply have too much quality for Alaves. I’ll be keeping my fingers crossed for a solid performance from the home side, and I wouldn’t be surprised if they take an early lead.

So, in a nutshell: I’m all about betting on a Barcelona victory and their first goal in the match! Let’s see how this one unfolds—bring it on!