Match Analysis: Alavés vs CA Osasuna – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-05-24
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Mendizorrotza Stadium, Vitoria-Gasteiz
Game Overview
The La Liga match between Alavés and CA Osasuna is a critical late-season fixture. Alavés, playing at home, are looking to improve their form after a challenging season, while Osasuna arrive as favorites, having the psychological edge from recent head-to-head dominance and better overall league form.
Key Factors to Consider
- Osasuna have been in relatively stronger form compared to Alavés, maintaining an unbeaten streak in their last 10 La Liga meetings against Alavés. Alavés have struggled for consistency this season, particularly at home, which casts doubt on their ability to secure a win in this encounter.
- Osasuna lead recent head-to-head statistics, unbeaten in the last 10 La Liga matches against Alavés, showing a clear historical advantage and mental edge in this matchup[4].
- No significant injury reports were noted in the available sources; however, last-minute fitness updates could affect team selection and tactics.
- Playing at Mendizorrotza Stadium provides Alavés a home ground advantage, but the pressure to secure points might impact their approach. Weather and pitch conditions are expected to be standard for late May in northern Spain with no disruptive external factors reported.
- Osasuna are motivated to secure points to maintain or improve their league standing, bolstered by confidence from past results. Alavés, potentially fighting relegation or for pride late in the season, have motivation but may be under psychological pressure facing a historically dominant opponent.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Alavés: 2.15, CA Osasuna: 1.35, Draw: 2.25 | CA Osasuna to win | ★★★★☆ 75% |
| Spread | Alavés: -0.25 @ -120, CA Osasuna: +25 @ 100 | CA Osasuna -0.25 spread | ★★★★☆ 70% |
| Over/under | Over 2.25: 1.05, Under 2.25: 1.25 | Under 2.25 goals | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | CA Osasuna 29% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 2.25 8% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: CA Osasuna at 29% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 21.7% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
The prediction favors CA Osasuna to win or at least avoid defeat, with a likely competitive but tightly contested match. Given the defensive solidity and historical dominance of Osasuna, a narrow margin victory or a draw seems plausible.
Predicted Score: Alavés 1 – 2 CA Osasuna