Elche
AlavesHow did the teams perform?
Elche
Alaves
Match Stats
Lineup
Elche
50' Foul
72'
89' Replaced by G. Valera
85' Replaced by V. Chust
90+5'
Roughing
85' Replaced by M. Aguado
88'
Unsportsmanlike conduct
67' Replaced by A. Febas
72'
67' Replaced by Tete Morente
Alaves
78' Unsportsmanlike conduct
88' Unsportsmanlike conduct
33' Tripping
29' Foul
12' Roughing
69' Tripping
51'
82' Replaced by J. Guridi
82' Replaced by I. Diabate
67' Replaced by T. Martinez
90' Replaced by A. Rebbach
46' Replaced by P. Ibanez
La Liga Standings - Primera División
| Pos | Team | MP | +/- | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Barcelona | 38 | 95-36 | 59 | 94 |
| 2 |  Real Madrid | 38 | 77-35 | 42 | 86 |
| 3 |  Villarreal | 38 | 72-46 | 26 | 72 |
| 4 |  Atletico Madrid | 38 | 62-44 | 18 | 69 |
| 5 |  Real Betis | 38 | 59-48 | 11 | 60 |
| 6 |  Celta Vigo | 38 | 53-48 | 5 | 54 |
| 7 |  Getafe | 38 | 32-38 | -6 | 51 |
| 8 |  Rayo Vallecano | 38 | 41-44 | -3 | 50 |
| 9 |  Valencia | 38 | 46-55 | -9 | 49 |
| 10 |  Real Sociedad | 38 | 59-61 | -2 | 46 |
| 11 |  Espanyol | 38 | 43-55 | -12 | 46 |
| 12 |  Athletic Club | 38 | 43-58 | -15 | 45 |
| 13 |  Sevilla | 38 | 46-60 | -14 | 43 |
| 14 | Alaves | 38 | 44-56 | -12 | 43 |
| 15 | Elche | 38 | 49-57 | -8 | 43 |
| 16 |  Levante | 38 | 47-61 | -14 | 42 |
| 17 |  Osasuna | 38 | 44-50 | -6 | 42 |
| 18 |  Mallorca | 38 | 47-57 | -10 | 42 |
| 19 |  Girona | 38 | 39-55 | -16 | 41 |
| 20 |  Oviedo | 38 | 26-60 | -34 | 29 |
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion - Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion - Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion - Conference League (Qualification)
- Relegation - LaLiga2
Elche and Alaves shared the spoils in a tight contest at Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero, with Toni Martínez’s first-half penalty canceled out by Álvaro Rodriguez’s second-half strike.
Elche welcomed Alaves to their home ground on May 9th seeking to climb away from mid-table mediocrity. The hosts occupied 14th place with 38 points from 34 matches, while Alaves arrived in 19th with 36 points. Both teams entered the fixture searching for momentum, with Elche’s recent form showing one win in five games.
The opening stages saw Alaves dominate possession, controlling 65 percent of the ball in the first half. Elche’s defense remained disciplined despite the visitors’ territorial advantage. However, the home side’s discipline wavered in the 12th minute when Pablo Ibanez received a yellow card for a reckless challenge.
Tension mounted as more cards followed. Alaves’ Alejandro Blanco picked up a caution in the 29th minute. Jonny Otto added another yellow for Elche just four minutes later. The match grew increasingly fractious as players on both sides tested the referee’s patience.
The breakthrough arrived in the 51st minute from the penalty spot. Toni Martínez stepped up and converted for Elche, sending goalkeeper Matías Dituro the wrong way. Martínez’s composed finish gave the hosts a crucial advantage in their pursuit of three points.
Alaves responded with intensity after conceding. The visitors pressed forward aggressively, searching for an equalizer. Their persistence paid dividends in the 72nd minute when Álvaro Rodriguez fired home to level the match. Rodriguez had been a constant threat throughout the second half, recording four shots on target and creating three chances for teammates.
The closing stages saw both teams push for a winner. Elche created opportunities but lacked the final touch. Alaves countered with dangerous attacks, though Antonio Sivera made four crucial saves to keep his team in the contest. The match descended into a battle of wills as yellow cards accumulated for both sides.
Statistics revealed a closely fought encounter. Elche managed four shots on target from 12 total efforts, generating 2.14 expected goals. Alaves produced five shots on target from 16 attempts, accumulating 1.46 xG. Shot count alone failed to determine the outcome.
David Affengruber earned the highest rating for Elche with 8.2, anchoring the defense with composure. Rodriguez’s 7.5 rating reflected his impact despite not securing victory. Sivera’s four saves proved vital in denying Alaves a late winner.
The draw leaves both teams in precarious positions. Elche remains 14th with 39 points from 35 matches. Alaves climbed to 19th with 37 points, though their goal difference remains concerning at minus 13.
Both sides return to action next weekend with much to prove. Elche must find consistency to secure their top-flight status. Alaves face a crucial run-in as they battle relegation fears.
