Atlético Madrid vs Deportivo Alavés predictions, Jan 18, 2026

Jan 12, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As Atlético Madrid prepares to host Deportivo Alavés on January 18, 2026, this LaLiga clash promises to showcase contrasting forms and tactical approaches. Atlético Madrid comes into the match with renewed confidence, having secured victories in three out of their last five encounters, indicating a solid performance level. Their tactical discipline and ability to counterattack effectively makes them a formidable opponent, especially at home.

On the other hand, Deportivo Alavés, while having clinched two wins in their recent five matches, will look to exploit any defensive lapses from the home side. The team has shown resilience but may struggle against Atlético’s organized defense and dynamic attacking threat.

Bookmakers favor Atlético Madrid heavily, with odds reflecting a 72.6% probability of a home victory, suggesting a generally strong expectation for a home win despite the competitive nature of LaLiga. Our model also predicts a narrow 1-0 final score, indicating the potential for a tightly contested match.

In conclusion, while Atlético Madrid is poised as the favorite, Deportivo Alavés could pose a challenge if they capitalize on any opportunities. As always in football, outcomes can be uncertain, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the sport.

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Atlético
70.3%		 Draw
19.7%		 Alavés
10%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:0

Outrights of Spanish LaLiga Atl. Madrid: 1.76% Alaves: 0.15%

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Latest Results

08.01.26 Atlético Madrid – Real Madrid – 1:2
04.01.26 Real Sociedad – Atlético Madrid – 1:1
21.12.25 Girona FC – Atlético Madrid – 0:3
17.12.25 Atlético Baleares – Atlético Madrid – 2:3
13.12.25 Atlético Madrid – CF Valencia – 2:1		 10.01.26 Villarreal CF – Deportivo Alavés – 3:1
04.01.26 Deportivo Alavés – Real Oviedo – 1:1
20.12.25 Osasuna – Deportivo Alavés – 3:0
17.12.25 Deportivo Alavés – Sevilla FC – 1:0
14.12.25 Deportivo Alavés – Real Madrid – 1:2

Facts

  • One of the top teams will play against one of the outsiders (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ Champions League (League phase: ) and 16).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Atlético won 2.
  • Atlético is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 3 wins).
  • Alavés has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • In this match, Atlético is the undeniable favorite.
  • In the last 17 head-to-head matches, Atlético won 10 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 25:11. (average 1.5:0.6).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Atlético won 7 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 16:5. (average 2:0.6).

    Latest Head To Head

    30.08.25 Deportivo Alavés – Atlético Madrid – 1:1
    03.05.25 Deportivo Alavés – Atlético Madrid – 0:0
    23.11.24 Atlético Madrid – Deportivo Alavés – 2:1
    21.04.24 Deportivo Alavés – Atlético Madrid – 2:0
    29.10.23 Atlético Madrid – Deportivo Alavés – 2:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Barcelona 19 16 1 2 53:20 33 49
    2 Real Madrid 19 14 3 2 41:17 24 45
    3 Villarreal 18 13 2 3 37:17 20 41
    4 Atl. Madrid 19 11 5 3 34:17 17 38
    5 Espanyol 19 10 4 5 23:20 3 34
    6 Betis 19 7 8 4 31:25 6 29
    7 Celta Vigo 18 6 8 4 24:20 4 26
    8 Ath Bilbao 19 7 3 9 17:25 -8 24
    9 Elche 19 5 8 6 25:24 1 23
    10 Rayo Vallecano 19 5 7 7 16:22 -6 22
    11 Real Sociedad 19 5 6 8 24:27 -3 21
    12 Getafe 19 6 3 10 15:25 -10 21
    13 Girona 19 5 6 8 18:34 -16 21
    14 Sevilla 18 6 2 10 24:29 -5 20
    15 Osasuna 19 5 4 10 18:22 -4 19
    16 Alaves 19 5 4 10 16:24 -8 19
    17 Mallorca 19 4 6 9 21:28 -7 18
    18 Valencia 19 3 8 8 18:31 -13 17
    19 Levante 18 3 5 10 21:30 -9 14
    20 Oviedo 19 2 7 10 9:28 -19 13

    Spanish LaLiga Outrights

    1. Barcelona: 1.56 (57%)

    2. Real Madrid: 2.49 (35.7%)

    3. Villarreal: 41.17 (2.16%)

    4. Atl. Madrid: 50.33 (1.76%)

    5. Betis: 180.2 (0.49%)

    6. Espanyol: 275.33 (0.32%)

    7. Real Sociedad: 280.2 (0.32%)

    8. Celta Vigo: 380.2 (0.23%)

    9. Sevilla: 380.2 (0.23%)

    10. Ath Bilbao: 380.2 (0.23%)

    11. Rayo Vallecano: 480.2 (0.18%)

    12. Mallorca: 480.2 (0.18%)

    13. Osasuna: 480.2 (0.18%)

    14. Getafe: 480.2 (0.18%)

    15. Valencia: 580.2 (0.15%)

    16. Alaves: 580.2 (0.15%)

    17. Elche: 580.2 (0.15%)

    18. Girona: 680.2 (0.13%)

    19. Levante: 680.2 (0.13%)

    20. Real Oviedo: 980.2 (0.09%)

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