Elche vs Alaves: La Liga Match Preview

Match Context

Elche host Alaves at Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero on 2026-05-09 in La Liga, Regular Season - 35. Elche sit 14th on 38 points, while Alaves are 18th with 36 points and currently in the “Relegation - LaLiga2” zone.

Elche Availability

Elche have several concerns in attack. Y. Santiago (Knee Injury) is sidelined. A. Boayar (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. R. Mir (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful. Key forward André Silva, with 10 league goals, is available and expected to lead the line, while top creator Á. Rodríguez (5 goals, 5 assists) is also available to support the attack.

Alaves Availability

Alaves face both injury and suspension issues. C. Alena (Yellow Cards) is sidelined. L. Boye (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. F. Garces (Suspended) is sidelined. The absence of L. Boye, joint-top scorer on 11 goals, is a major blow, especially alongside the suspension of defensive regular F. Garces. Fellow joint-top scorer Toni Martínez (11 goals, 3 assists) remains available to carry the attacking burden.

Impact Summary

Elche retain their main scoring and creative outlets despite depth worries in the forward line. Alaves, by contrast, lose significant attacking output through L. Boye’s 11 goals and 1 assist, increasing reliance on Toni Martínez to keep their survival hopes alive.