Atlético Madrid faces Deportivo Alavés in La Liga

Atlético Madrid travels to Mendizorroza to face Deportivo Alavés in an eighth-round La Liga fixture. Currently sitting second in the league with 16 points, Atlético aims to secure their fourth consecutive victory.

There is conflicting information regarding the starting lineup for Atlético. Some reports suggest Julián Álvarez may start following his recovery from a muscle injury, while others indicate he may begin on the bench to manage his physical workload after international duty with Argentina. Jonathan David is also noted as a key figure in the attacking rotation.

Deportivo Alavés enters the match in sixth place with 11 points. Under Quique Sanchez Flores, the team has maintained a strong defensive record, though they have struggled in recent outings. Key players for Alavés include Lucas Boyé, while Atlético expects the return of Pablo Barrios and Alejandro Grimaldo to the squad.