Advantage for the home team

It was quite undeserved for Alaves to suffer a loss in Espanyol's home. Although they created more chances than the home team, Espanyol were the final winners (2-1). That was their 4th consecutive game without a win, but the truth is that they have play against opponents like Sevilla and Atletico Madrid. Now they are one point away from Europa League zone so they desperately need a win to have hopes for the rest of the season. Defenders Laguardia and Duarte are suspended, while attacking midfielder Burgui is injured.

A 2-2 draw was the outcome for Valladolid with Getafe, although they could have got more. Their opponent managed to equalize at the 6th minute of the injury time from the penalty spot and didn't let Valladolid celebrate for a win. Now Valladolid are still into the relegation zone, just one point away from the 17th 'safe' place. Midfielder Alcaraz is suspended, while attackers Tuhami and Cop are injured.

Alaves are searching for a win to improve their position and keep fighting for a European ticket. Valladolid lack of quality and they actually cannot be a serious threat in their games on the road (5 defeats in their 6 most recent games). I will opt for the home win that is offered at the quite satisfying 2.20, odds that would have been lower, if the home team had their two suspended defenders available.