Spanish La Liga
2026-10-31 - Barcelona vs Alaves
A Sports Betting Pick by Gladiator
Football: Spain: La Liga - Round 11
Spotify Camp Nou (Barcelona), Spain
Saturday, 31st October 2026 - Kick-Off 21:00 CET
Barcelona
Barcelona return to the Spotify Camp Nou looking to put their recent disappointments behind them. Hansi Flick's side started the season in outstanding fashion, winning their opening nine league matches and scoring an impressive 40 goals in their first ten games. However, consecutive defeats against Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid have interrupted their momentum, making Saturday's encounter an important opportunity to respond.
The attacking numbers remain exceptional, with Raphinha, Lamine Yamal and the rest of Barcelona's forward line capable of causing problems for any defence. Nevertheless, Flick has several selection issues to manage. Dani Olmo, Roony Bardghji, Xavi Espart, Eric Garcia, Jules Kounde and Andreas Christensen are listed as unavailable, leaving the defensive options particularly stretched.
Alaves
Alaves arrive in Catalonia in seventh place with 12 points from their opening ten matches, but their recent form has been disappointing. Quique Sanchez Flores' team are now six league games without a victory, having most recently drawn 1-1 against Malaga. Their defensive record is also a concern, with 11 goals conceded so far this season.
Lucas Boye has been one of their most important attacking players, scoring five goals in nine appearances, while Mariano Diaz offers another option in the final third. Alaves have enough attacking quality to threaten Barcelona, but their recent performances suggest they could struggle to cope with the hosts' intensity. Facundo Garces and Mikel Rodriguez remain sidelined, although the visitors otherwise have a relatively healthy squad.
Betting Verdict
Barcelona will be desperate to make a strong start after two consecutive defeats, and playing at home should encourage them to attack from the opening whistle. Their outstanding scoring record this season demonstrates just how dangerous they can be, particularly when they establish an early rhythm.
Alaves have conceded regularly during their recent run and could find it difficult to contain Barcelona's attacking combinations. The Over 1.5 Goals in the First Half selection requires at least two goals before the interval, so an early Barcelona breakthrough would be particularly important. The main concern is that Alaves may defend deep and make the opening period more difficult than expected, but Barcelona have the quality to create several clear chances.
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The Pick :
Barcelona 4-1 Alaves
