Alaves vs Barcelona Match Preview: Key Player Updates

Match Context

The La Liga clash at Estadio Mendizorrotza in Vitoria-Gasteiz kicks off on 2026-05-13 at 19:30 UTC. Alaves enter round 36 in 18th place on 37 points with a goal difference of -13, fighting relegation. Barcelona arrive as league leaders, 1st with 91 points and a goal difference of 60, already assured of Champions League promotion.

Alaves Availability

Alaves have two concerns. F. Garces (Suspension) is sidelined. L. Boye (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. Boye’s absence would be a major blow: he has 11 goals and 1 assist, with 46 shots and 25 key passes, forming a key part of Alaves’ 41-goal attack.

Barcelona Availability

Barcelona travel with three notable absentees. A. Christensen (Knee Injury) is sidelined. Lamine Yamal (Thigh Injury) is sidelined. Raphinha (Yellow Cards) is sidelined. Lamine Yamal’s loss is a major blow: he has 16 goals and 11 assists, 85 shots, and 72 key passes. Raphinha adds 11 goals and 3 assists from midfield, while Christensen’s injury disrupts defensive continuity.

Impact Summary

Alaves risk losing 11 of their 41 league goals if Boye does not feature, significantly reducing their attacking threat. Barcelona, despite missing Lamine Yamal and Raphinha (combined 27 goals and 14 assists), still retain high firepower through Ferran Torres (16 goals) and R. Lewandowski (13 goals).