Deportivo Alavés vs Celta Vigo Match Highlights

Tactical discipline and raw talent were on full display as Deportivo Alavés faced off against Celta Vigo at Estadio de Mendizorroza, Vitoria-Gasteiz. The La Liga fixture, contested on April 04, 2021, showcased the tactical evolution of both squads.

From the opening whistle, it was clear that both managers had done their homework. The midfield battles were intense, and the decisive moments came down to execution in the final third. It was a game where tactical adjustments made all the difference.

League Context & Table Position

Heading into this match, Deportivo Alavés were sitting in 13th place with 19 points. Their campaign has seen 5 wins and 4 draws, leaving them with a record of 9 losses.

Celta Vigo, sitting in 7th with 26 points, approached the game with a different philosophy. With 6 wins to their name, they aimed to exploit the spaces left by the hosts.

Historical Matchup

In their last 5 La Liga meetings, the balance of power has been intriguing. Deportivo Alavés have secured 1 wins.

However, Celta Vigo have proven to be tough opponents, winning 2 times. There have been 2 draws. Notably, both teams scored in 3 of these encounters, and over 2.5 goals were seen in 2 matches.

Recent Form Guide

Here is how both teams have fared in their recent matches before this encounter:

Full Match Replay

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