Real Madrid CF vs Deportivo Alaves Prediction 21 April 2026

They edged past Celta Vigo (2–1), Elche (4–1), and Atlético Madrid (3–2), but then slipped up with a 1–2 defeat to Mallorca and a 1–1 draw against Girona. Those dropped points may have been decisive — Los Blancos sit second with 70 points and a 65:29 goal difference, now trailing the leaders by nine points.

Deportivo Alavés, meanwhile, are fighting for survival. With 33 points, they occupy 17th place and hover just above the relegation zone. Their recent run has been chaotic but entertaining, featuring high-scoring clashes against Valencia (2–3), Villarreal (1–1), Celta (4–3), Osasuna (2–2), and Real Sociedad (3–3), highlighting both their attacking intent and defensive fragility.

The head-to-head record at the Bernabéu tells a clear story — Real Madrid have won seven of the last ten home meetings, often in dominant fashion. Given the gap in quality and Alavés’ defensive issues, it’s hard to see anything but a convincing win for the hosts.

Real Madrid to win with -1.5 Asian handicap 1.84