Our Barcelona vs Alaves prediction is a Barcelona win, with over 2.5 goals as a secondary pick. Hansi Flick’s side are still top of La Liga despite losing to PSG and Real Madrid in the same week, and they face an Alaves team without a win in six games. The big worry for Barca is a defence missing four players. Kick-off at the Camp Nou is 11pm EAT on Saturday 31 October.
Barcelona vs Alaves: Key Match Facts
- Competition: La Liga, Matchday 11
- Date: Saturday 31 October 2026
- Kick-off: 11pm EAT
- Venue: Camp Nou, Barcelona
- Managers: Hansi Flick (Barcelona), Quique Sanchez Flores (Alaves)
- Table: Barcelona 1st (27 pts), Alaves 7th (12 pts)
Barcelona Form and Team News
Barcelona won their first 11 matches of the season in all competitions, but the last week has been tough. They lost 4-2 to PSG in the Champions League and then 2-1 at home to Real Madrid in El Clasico. Even so, they remain top of La Liga with 27 points from 10 games, two ahead of Atletico Madrid and three ahead of Real Madrid.
- Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid, La Liga
- PSG 4-2 Barcelona, Champions League
- Real Betis 2-5 Barcelona, La Liga
- Galatasaray 1-4 Barcelona, Champions League
- Barcelona 3-0 Getafe, La Liga
Our Barcelona 1-2 Real Madrid report and PSG 4-2 Barcelona report explain what went wrong.
The injury list is the main story. Jules Kounde has an ankle sprain and joins Andreas Christensen, Eric Garcia and Xavi Espart on the sidelines, leaving Flick short of defenders. Dani Olmo is also out. Gerard Martin, Pau Cubarsi, Joao Cancelo and Alejandro Balde are the fit defenders, and academy players Guillem Victor and Alex Campos trained with the first team this week.
Flick admitted on Friday that missing four defenders is not easy to manage, but he said he has complete faith in his players and that the team must learn from the Madrid defeat.
Alaves Form and Team News
Alaves are seventh on 12 points, with a solid defensive record of 11 goals conceded in 10 games. But they have gone six matches without a win, with four defeats and two draws.
- Alaves 1-1 Malaga, La Liga
- Celta Vigo 2-1 Alaves, La Liga
Quique Sanchez Flores described this as an extremely demanding game, and it is hard to argue. Reports in Spain say Facundo Garces and Mikel Rodriguez are long-term absentees.
Head-to-Head Record
- 13 May 2026: Alaves 1-0 Barcelona, La Liga
- 29 Nov 2025: Barcelona 3-1 Alaves, La Liga
Alaves won the last meeting at Mendizorroza in May, when Ibrahim Diabate scored just before half-time. That result will give them some belief, but Barcelona won the previous meeting at home 3-1 in November 2025.
Barcelona vs Alaves Prediction and Betting Tips
Barcelona are very short favourites with the bookmakers, which means the straight win offers little value on its own. Barca have scored 40 league goals in 10 games and should create plenty of chances against an Alaves side that has lost its confidence.
The defensive injuries are a real concern, though. With makeshift options at the back, Alaves could find a goal, especially if Barca start slowly again after a draining week.
Prediction: Barcelona to win. For better odds, over 2.5 goals looks a sensible add, given Barca’s scoring rate and their defensive problems. Find our model’s numbers on the Barcelona vs Alaves prediction page, and full standings on the official La Liga website.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is Barcelona vs Alaves in Kenya?
Barcelona vs Alaves kicks off at 11pm EAT on Saturday 31 October 2026 at the Camp Nou.
Is Jules Kounde playing against Alaves?
No. Kounde is out with an ankle sprain, joining Christensen, Eric Garcia and Xavi Espart on Barcelona’s injury list.
Where are Barcelona in the La Liga table?
Barcelona are top with 27 points from 10 games, two points ahead of Atletico Madrid and three ahead of Real Madrid.
What is the best bet for Barcelona vs Alaves?
Our pick is a Barcelona win, with over 2.5 goals as an alternative. No bet is ever guaranteed, so stake only what you can afford.
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