Atlético Madrid Looks to Extend Unbeaten Run Against Alavés
Atlético Madrid is heavily favored to extend their unbeaten streak as they host Deportivo Alavés on Sunday in a LaLiga matchup that pits the league’s third-place contender against one of its most struggling teams. The match kicks off at 15:15 UTC at Riyadh Air Metropolitano.
Form Tells the Story
The stark contrast in current form sets the stage for what oddsmakers predict will be a decisive contest. Atlético Madrid holds 38 points with an 11-5-3 record and is looking to make it four consecutive league games without defeat. The Madrid club sits just three points behind second-place Real Madrid and nine points clear of fourth-place Espanyol.
Alavés, meanwhile, finds themselves mired in 17th place with just 19 points from 19 matches. The visitors have won only five games this season and are targeting their first victory in five LaLiga outings.
Offensive Firepower Favors Atlético
The attacking difference between the sides is significant. Atlético Madrid vs Alavés will showcase a disparity in goal-scoring prowess, with Atlético Madrid leading the way through Julián Álvarez’s seven-goal tally this season, supported by Antoine Griezmann’s six strikes and Alexander Sørloth’s five.
Alavés’s attack has been anemic by comparison, with Luis Boyé’s four goals representing their top scorer. The Madrid-based club’s midfield creativity, led by Mikel Llorente and Carlitos Aleñà, further underscores Atlético’s dominance in the statistical battle.
Betting Odds Reflect Expectation
Sportsbooks have made Atlético Madrid clear favorites with odds of -278 to win, while a draw sits at +400 and an Alavés victory is priced at +800. The gap in the odds reflects not just the league table positions but the fundamental quality gap between the two clubs.
LaLiga’s Competitive Upper Echelon
This fixture arrives as Barcelona continues to lead LaLiga with 49 points after 19 matches, maintaining their position atop the standings. Real Madrid follows closely at 48 points, with Villarreal in third place at 41 points before Atlético Madrid’s 38-point haul.
Match Details
- Teams: Atlético Madrid – Deportivo Alavés
- Date: January 18, 2026
- Kickoff: 15:15 UTC
- Venue: Riyadh Air Metropolitano, Madrid, Spain
- Competition: LaLiga Round 20
