Preview: Real Madrid vs. Alaves - prediction, team news, lineups

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Real Madrid may not have hit their peak form yet this season, but that’s a daunting prospect for their rivals. They remain unbeaten, winning six of their eight matches across all competitions.



Under Ancelotti, the team claimed the UEFA Super Cup last month and began their Champions League campaign with a 3-1 victory over Stuttgart. In La Liga, they’ve secured four wins and two draws from six matches, totaling 14 points and sitting second in the table, just one point behind leaders Barcelona, who have a game in hand.


Though they drew two of their first three league matches, Madrid has bounced back with three consecutive wins against Real Betis, Real Sociedad, and Espanyol, scoring multiple goals in each match.


Looking ahead, Madrid faces a challenging trip to Atletico Madrid next weekend, followed by a clash against Lille in France for their second Champions League match in early October.


Kylian Mbappe is finding his rhythm at the Bernabeu, with six goals and one assist in eight appearances, suggesting he’ll soon reach peak form.


Alaves has made a commendable return to the top flight, currently sitting fifth in the table with 10 points from six matches. Without European commitments, they’ve enjoyed a strong start, winning three of their last four games, including victories over Real Sociedad and Las Palmas.



Despite a heavy 5-0 loss to Real Madrid last season, Alaves managed a memorable 2-1 win at the Bernabeu in November 2020.


For the upcoming match, Madrid will be without Eduardo Camavinga, Dani Ceballos, David Alaba, and Brahim Diaz due to injury. Jude Bellingham and Dani Carvajal are also doubts after recent injuries, though neither is expected to be serious. Ancelotti is likely to reintegrate Vinicius Junior, Antonio Rudiger, and Ferland Mendy into the lineup, with Lucas Vazquez potentially starting at right-back.


Youngster Endrick has made an impact off the bench, scoring twice, and could earn his first start on Tuesday.


Alaves will miss Jesus Owono but are in strong form. Carlos Vicente and Toni Martinez have both scored twice this season, and they’ll be key in the attacking third. Joan Jordan and Ander Guevara are expected to anchor the midfield, while Manu Sanchez is poised for his sixth league appearance.



**Prediction: Real Madrid 2-0 Alaves**  

While Alaves has the capability to challenge Madrid, they have only defeated them twice since 2000. Despite potential changes in the home side's lineup, it’s hard to foresee anything other than a home victory.

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