This LaLiga encounter sees Atletico Madrid welcome Deportivo Alaves to Civitas Metropolitano, with both sides needing a result this Jan 18, 2026 at 4:15 PM.

Atletico Madrid enter this contest riding a strong wave of form, with 3 wins from their last 5 matches. Deportivo Alaves will be hoping to turn things around after a tough stretch.

Historically, Atletico Madrid hold the edge with 6 wins to Deportivo Alaves's 2 in 10 meetings. 2 of those have ended in draws. Their most recent meeting saw they last drew 1-1.

This one promises fireworks — expect full intensity from both sides as the season enters a crucial stretch.