The Real Valladolid v Alavés La Liga fixture takes place on Sunday, 18 May 2025, at the Estadio Municipal José Zorrilla. Kick-off is set for 19:00 CEST in Italy, Germany, France and Spain, and 18:00 BST in the UK.
Real Valladolid have already been relegated but will look to sign off their season positively in front of their home fans, while Deportivo Alavés arrives in a must-win situation to secure survival. This final round clash promises intrigue as one side plays for pride and the other for their top-flight status.
How are both teams coming into this?
Real Valladolid’s season has been challenging, culminating in confirmed relegation with several matches to spare. Their recent form has shown glimpses of attacking flair but also defensive vulnerabilities, suggesting an open game if they choose to attack freely without league pressure.
Deportivo Alavés sit just above the drop zone in 16th place and need at least a draw to guarantee safety. Their end-of-season run has been inconsistent, featuring narrow victories and disappointing draws, but they remain highly motivated and will look to impose their game plan early on Sunday.
Our forecast
We expect Alavés to control possession and press Valladolid high up the pitch, aiming to unsettle a side playing with less to lose. Valladolid may exploit counter-attacks and set-pieces, feeding off the home support in one of their final top-flight outings.
Given the stakes for Alavés and the free-spirit approach of Valladolid, we predict a tight first half followed by decisive moments in the second. Our tip is a 1-2 win for Deportivo Alavés, with both teams likely to find the net.
Best odds
Bet365: Real Valladolid 3.50, Draw 3.20, Deportivo Alavés 2.10
William Hill: Real Valladolid 3.40, Draw 3.25, Deportivo Alavés 2.15
Betfair: Real Valladolid 3.45, Draw 3.30, Deportivo Alavés 2.12
