Round 36 ·
Deportivo Alaves
5-3-2
Quique Sanchez Flores
WinnerHT: 1-0
Barcelona
4-2-3-1
Hans-Dieter Flick
Updated:
Half Time
1–0
90 Min
1–0
Goal Scorers
Assists
Ball Possession
Corners
Counter Attacks
Fouls
Free Kicks
Goal Attempts
Goal Kicks
Goals
Offsides
Red Cards
Saves
Shots Off Target
Shots On Target
Substitutions
Throws In
Treatments
Yellow Cards
Attacks
Dangerous Attacks
Total Passes
Deportivo Alaves
5-3-2 · Quique Sanchez Flores
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Barcelona
4-2-3-1 · Hans-Dieter Flick
Goalkeeper
Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Unknown
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
This result carried clear pressure for both sides, and Deportivo Alaves handled that edge better. A 1-0 win over Barcelona at Estadio Mendizorroza tightened the short-term picture around momentum and confidence, with the home side taking a result that mattered far beyond the single goal. For Barcelona, it was a setback that underlined how fine the margins had been in a contest shaped by discipline, transitions, and game management.
The decisive moment came on 45 minutes, when Ibrahim Diabate finished after an assist from Antonio Blanco to send Alaves into the break 1-0 ahead. That goal fit the pattern of the evening: one chance, one clean execution, and then careful control of the spaces that mattered most. In a match that asked both teams to manage pressure, the home side found the more reliable answers in the final third and around their own box.
Quique Sanchez Flores managed the game-state transitions effectively, and that judgement showed after the interval. Alaves stayed compact in a 5-3-2, protected central areas well, and avoided being dragged into a long, open exchange. Barcelona, set up in a 4-2-3-1, had more of the ball but struggled to turn possession into enough clear chances created. Hans-Dieter Flick’s side needed sharper in-game adjustments after conceding momentum, especially as the second half developed and the match became more about control than invention.
The one-goal margin reflected fine details in finishing and game management. Six substitutions shaped the second-half dynamics, but Alaves kept their structure intact and defended their clean sheet with concentration. Barcelona’s two yellow cards, compared with one for the hosts, also hinted at the frustration that built as they chased the game. The match did not become chaotic; instead, it stayed on the edge of control, and that edge suited Alaves.
The result meant Alaves gained a valuable lift, while Barcelona were left to reset quickly ahead of their next test.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
This will be a pressure test with momentum at stake, and both sides will feel the consequences of every loose pass, every lost duel, and every half-cleared cross. Deportivo Alaves and Barcelona will arrive at Estadio Mendizorroza with different expectations, but the same demand: show character, stay tactically disciplined, and protect their own spells of control.
Without advanced metrics to lean on, the match will be read through momentum, chance quality, and how well each team handles control phases. Deportivo Alaves, in a 5-3-2, will likely need compact distances and sharp pressing balance to avoid being pulled apart between the lines. Quique Sanchez Flores will be judged on whether his side can step out at the right moments without losing rest-defense structure behind the ball.
Barcelona, set up in a 4-2-3-1 under Hans-Dieter Flick, will probably look to establish possession early and force Alaves into longer defensive sequences. If they can sustain pressure through the wide areas and create clear chances rather than low-value shots, they will likely make the home side defend deeper and deeper. In a game shaped by tension, the quality of the first goal could strongly influence how brave each team becomes in transitions.
The decisive phase may arrive after the first hour, especially if the score remains level. That is where Flick’s bench timing could become a major factor, with substitutions likely used to raise tempo, refresh pressing, and alter the rhythm of Barcelona’s attacking moves. For Alaves, the challenge will be to stay organised, keep the clean sheet alive for as long as possible, and avoid being dragged out of shape by repeated circulation and quick switches.
The match will likely be decided by which team handles pressure more cleanly in the key moments.
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 23%, Barcelona: 77%.
Goal kick for Barcelona
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Abderrahman Rebbach makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Dangerous challenge by Tommy Marques from Barcelona. Pablo Ibanez on the receiving end of that.
Ville Koski from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
The fourth official shows there are 3 minute(s) of time to be added
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 24%, Barcelona: 76%.
Yellow card for Joao Cancelo
Joao Cancelo is shown a yellow card by the referee
The referee signals a free kick as Joao Cancelo from Barcelona trips Angel Perez
Barcelona take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Aitor Manas from Deportivo Alaves trips Jules Kounde
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Marc Bernal is leaving the field to be replaced by Tommy Marques in a tactical substitution.
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
The match resumes with a drop ball
The play is stopped for a brief moment, as the ball was touched by the referee.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 23%, Barcelona: 77%.
Safe hands from Antonio Sivera as he comes out and claims the ball
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Wojciech Szczesny from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Abderrahman Rebbach swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Alvaro Cortes from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 23%, Barcelona: 77%.
Pablo Ibanez is penalised for pushing Alvaro Cortes
Carlos Protesoni from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ville Koski from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ville Koski relieves the pressure with a clearance
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Yellow card for Abderrahman Rebbach
Abderrahman Rebbach is shown a yellow card by the referee
The referee signals a free kick as Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves trips Marcus Rashford
The match resumes with a drop ball
Victor Parada is leaving the field to be replaced by Carlos Protesoni in a tactical substitution.
Alejandro Balde is leaving the field to be replaced by Joao Cancelo in a tactical substitution.
The play is stopped for a brief moment, as the ball was touched by the referee.
Play has been stopped while the referee talks to the players.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Angel Perez from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Alejandro Balde makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ville Koski from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 26%, Barcelona: 74%.
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Abderrahman Rebbach relieves the pressure with a clearance
Jon Guridi is penalised for pushing Pedri
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Angel Perez from Deportivo Alaves is ruled offside
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Jules Kounde from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Jules Kounde from Barcelona trips Antonio Martinez
Nahuel Tenaglia relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Barcelona take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 26%, Barcelona: 74%.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Dangerous challenge by Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves. Marcus Rashford on the receiving end of that.
Antonio Martinez from Deportivo Alaves is ruled offside
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A shot by Antonio Blanco is blocked
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
The referee signals a free kick as Antonio Blanco from Deportivo Alaves trips Ferran Torres
Denis Suarez is leaving the field to be replaced by Pablo Ibanez in a tactical substitution.
Ibrahim Diabate is leaving the field to be replaced by Aitor Manas in a tactical substitution.
Marc Bernal gets the finish in, but the shot goes wide
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Pau Cubarsi is leaving the field to be replaced by Xavi Espart in a tactical substitution.
Marc Casado is leaving the field to be replaced by Pedri in a tactical substitution.
Roony Bardghji is leaving the field to be replaced by Ferran Torres in a tactical substitution.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Barcelona take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Dani Olmo fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Ibrahim Diabate is penalised for pushing Jules Kounde
Antonio Blanco is penalised for pushing Marc Casado
The referee signals a free kick as Antonio Martinez from Deportivo Alaves trips Marc Bernal
Pau Cubarsi from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 26%, Barcelona: 74%.
Wojciech Szczesny from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Marcus Rashford from Barcelona takes a short corner kick from the left.
Nahuel Tenaglia from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Roony Bardghji swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Barcelona take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Barcelona
Ibrahim Diabate sends a header towards goal, but Wojciech Szczesny is there to comfortably save it
The cross by Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ville Koski makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 28%, Barcelona: 72%.
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped while the referee talks to the players.
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Barcelona
Nahuel Tenaglia from Deportivo Alaves is ruled offside
Yellow card for Marcus Rashford
Marcus Rashford is shown a yellow card by the referee
Dangerous challenge by Marcus Rashford from Barcelona. Nahuel Tenaglia on the receiving end of that.
The second half is underway
It's over! The referee blows for half time
The fourth official shows there are 1 minute(s) of time to be added
Antonio Blanco provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Ibrahim Diabate scores with the right foot!
Marcus Rashford from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Denis Suarez swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Alejandro Balde relieves the pressure with a clearance
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Barcelona
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nahuel Tenaglia from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 27%, Barcelona: 73%.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Good effort by Nahuel Tenaglia as he directs a shot on target, but Wojciech Szczesny saves it
Deportivo Alaves start a counter attack
Pau Cubarsi wins an air challenge against Antonio Martinez
Safe hands from Wojciech Szczesny as he comes out and claims the ball
Victor Parada wins an air challenge against Dani Olmo
Pau Cubarsi makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Marc Bernal from Barcelona goes a bit too far there as the pulls down Ibrahim Diabate
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Goal kick for Barcelona
Nahuel Tenaglia from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Alvaro Cortes relieves the pressure with a clearance
Alvaro Cortes successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Angel Perez is blocked
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Alvaro Cortes from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 25%, Barcelona: 75%.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Nahuel Tenaglia is penalised for pushing Robert Lewandowski
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Marcus Rashford fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Nahuel Tenaglia relieves the pressure with a clearance
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Antonio Sivera from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Ville Koski from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Angel Perez from Deportivo Alaves trips Roony Bardghji
Alvaro Cortes from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Denis Suarez swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Alejandro Balde from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 26%, Barcelona: 74%.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Roony Bardghji from Barcelona trips Victor Parada
Barcelona start a counter attack
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Antonio Sivera from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Safe hands from Wojciech Szczesny as he comes out and claims the ball
A shot by Nahuel Tenaglia is blocked
Denis Suarez from Deportivo Alaves swings in the corner from the right.
Alvaro Cortes successfully blocks the shot
Goal kick for Barcelona
A shot by Abderrahman Rebbach is blocked
Antonio Martinez goes for goal, but his effort was never close to hitting the target.
Deportivo Alaves are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 22%, Barcelona: 78%.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Angel Perez from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Jules Kounde relieves the pressure with a clearance
Jon Guridi from Deportivo Alaves intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Roony Bardghji from Barcelona takes a short corner kick from the right.
A shot by Marc Casado is blocked
Dani Olmo creates a scoring opportunity for his teammate
Barcelona take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Safe hands from Wojciech Szczesny as he comes out and claims the ball
Alvaro Cortes makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Deportivo Alaves start a counter attack
The referee signals a free kick as Antonio Martinez from Deportivo Alaves trips Marc Bernal
Barcelona take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Angel Perez from Deportivo Alaves trips Marcus Rashford
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 26%, Barcelona: 74%.
Wojciech Szczesny from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Denis Suarez swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Pau Cubarsi from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Marc Casado from Barcelona trips Jon Guridi
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Marc Bernal from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Deportivo Alaves are in control of the ball.
A shot by Marcus Rashford is blocked
Roony Bardghji from Barcelona swings in the corner from the right.
A shot by Dani Olmo is blocked
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 19%, Barcelona: 81%.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Marcus Rashford from Barcelona fails to connect properly on the volley and sends the ball wide of target
The cross by Jules Kounde from Barcelona successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Goal kick for Deportivo Alaves
Roony Bardghji from Barcelona sends an effort wide of target
Roony Bardghji goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Roony Bardghji but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Roony Bardghji finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Dani Olmo makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Abderrahman Rebbach from Deportivo Alaves trips Roony Bardghji
Ball possession: Deportivo Alaves: 33%, Barcelona: 67%.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Dangerous challenge by Marc Casado from Barcelona. Nahuel Tenaglia on the receiving end of that.
Ville Koski makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Barcelona are trying to create something here.
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Deportivo Alaves take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Marc Bernal from Barcelona intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Denis Suarez swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
A shot by Ibrahim Diabate is blocked
Antonio Blanco makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Barcelona take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Barcelona are in control of the ball.
Welcome to tonights game where the floodlight surrounds the pitch.
The pitch is in good condition today allowing for more technical play
Barcelona kick-off, and the game is underway.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to Estadio Mendizorroza, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from Estadio Mendizorroza. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Local broadcast partners for Isle of Man have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Isle of Man broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
The match kicks off at 20:30 BST on Wednesday 13 May 2026 in Isle of Man.
Local broadcast partners for Isle of Man have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Isle of Man broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
No injuries or suspensions are listed for Deportivo Alaves or Barcelona in the available match data.
In the last 8 meetings, Deportivo Alaves have 1 win, there have been 0 draws, and Barcelona have 5 wins.
This is a LaLiga Round 36 match at Estadio Mendizorroza in Spain.
Status
Finished
Attendance
19,138
Minute
73'
Winner
Deportivo Alaves
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