ALAVÉS NEWS

Jesus Owono - Spotted in training Owono (tear) has resumed training and could be an option to face Villarreal on Saturday, El Correo reports.

Impact Owono returned to training in the final days of February and has been ramping up in his recovery process. However, even if he returns to the squad, he's not going to have a lot of fantasy upside since Antonio Sivera will remain as the starting goalkeeper as long as he stays healthy.

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Carles Alena - Solid in attack Carles Alena registered four shots (one on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...

Impact Alena contributed in multiple facets of the game in Deportivo Alvaes' 1-1 draw to Mallorca on Sunday. In 90 minutes played, the left winger created three chances, completed both of his dribble attempts, made five passes into the final third, and put three of his five crosses on target. Since tallying two assists against Leganes on February 15, Alena has failed to register a goal contribution in his last two La Liga starts. He will aim to get back on track against Villarreal on Saturday.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Martin - Erratic display Carlos Martin assisted once to go with five shots (four on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Mallorca.

Impact Martin certainly tried to force the issue against Mallorca on Sunday, and with varying degrees of success. In 90 minutes played, he did register one assist and create three chances, but he also failed to complete any of his six (!) dribble attempts, lost 15 of his 21 duels, and despite putting four shots on target, failed to score. Still, getting an assist after being on the bench for his last two La Liga matches has to feel good for Martin. Hopefully, he can have a more controlled performance this Saturday against Villarreal.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kike Garcia - Strong showing Kike was injured and subbed out in the 71st minute of Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca. He scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created before exiti...

Impact Kike had a good shift against Mallorca on Sunday before being subbed off due to injury. In 71 minutes played, the striker scored one goal from four shot attempts (one on target, two blocked, one off target), created one chance, had six touches in the opposition's box, and completed his only dribble of the match. The 35 year old now has 11 goals in 19 La Liga starts, and two in his last three games. He will aim to continue this fine run of form if he is healthy as Alvaes hosts Villarreal on Saturday.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Concedes one in draw Sivera registered three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Sivera had a decent shift against Mallorca in a 1-1 draw. In 90 minutes played, the Spanish keeper made three saves, conceded one goal, made one diving save, and two from inside his own box. Sivera still has not kept a clean sheet since a November 1 victory over Mallorca, and will have a tough time ending his cold streak against Villarreal on Saturday.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Tomas Conechny - Returns to training Monday Conechny (head) was spotted in training Monday, though he's still not ready to return to action as he recovers from a head injury.

Impact Conechny has been sidelined since early February due to a head injury, and while he doesn't have a clear timetable for his return, the fact that he's back in training and running is certainly a step in the right direction. It's unclear if the winger will be able to return to action before the March international break, but Alaves are going to be very cautious with his recovery process.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Benavidez - Out again Benavidez (strain) is out for Sunday's match against Mallorca after being left off the squad list.

Impact Benavidez will not be an option once again, with the midfielder still dealt a strain that is too much to play with. He will now turn to their next contest for a return, although that is up in the air.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Mourino - Makes five clearances vs Espanyol Santiago Mourino generated two shots (zero on goal), five clearances and three blocks in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Espanyol.

Impact Mourino led Alaves with a season-high three blocks during the home loss. The centerback also made the most clearances for his side. He now has nine starts in 14 overall appearances in 2024-25.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Carles Alena - Sends in nine crosses in loss Carles Alena generated one shot (one on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Espanyol.

Impact Alena led Alaves with a season-high nine crosses, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss. The midfielder took three of their seven corner kicks in the match. He logged his seventh start in 12 overall appearances.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Makes one save in home loss Sivera recorded one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Espanyol.

Impact Sivera had a game to forget, making one or less saves for the 10th time in 21 starts in Alaves' home loss. The goalkeeper has only three clean sheets over that span, the last in early November. He will now look to bounce back at Mallorca on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Benavidez - Out for Espanyol game Benavidez (strain) will be out for Saturday's game against Espanyol, coach Eduardo Coudet said in the press conference.

Impact Benavidez is dealing with muscular discomfort and will be out for Saturday's game against Espanyol. His absence shouldn't impact the starting squad since he has mainly been a bench option this season.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Tomas Conechny - Will miss several weeks Conechny (head) is expected to miss several weeks while rehabbing from the collision he suffered against Barcelona on Feb. 2, according to Tribuna.

Impact The Argentinian winger was part of a head collision with Gavi in the draw versus Barcelona earlier this month, and while there's no specific date for a return, he suffered a hairline fracture in his skull, so he's going to need a few weeks of rest and recovery before he can return to action. The predicted recovery timeline will be around a month after the injury, but it wouldn't be surprising if he's out until after the March international break.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Kike Garcia - Nets against Leganes Kike scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 3-3 draw with Leganes.

Impact Kike found the back of the net in the 25th minute, scoring Alaves' first goal while tying for the team-high with two shots. The forward has one goal involvement to go along with two shots and two crosses over his last three starts.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Carles Alena - Assists twice Saturday Alena had two assists from two chances created while taking an off target shot and crossing twice inaccurately during Saturday's 3-3 draw with Leganes.

Impact Alena set up Kike in the 25th minute and Joan Jordan in the 68th while leading Alaves with two chances created in the match. The assists were the first goal involvements of the season for Alena in what was his first start since moving to Alaves at the start of the month.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Joan Jordan - Nets brace as substitute Jordan scored two goals from two shots while crossing three times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 3-3 draw with Leganes.

Impact Jordan entered the match at halftime and scored in the 50th and 68th minutes while leading Alaves in both shots and chances created. The goals were the first in 2025 for Jordan who returned from a four match absence due to a back injury in the draw.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - No saves in draw Sivera allowed three goals without making a save during Saturday's 3-3 draw with Leganes.

Impact Sivera allowed two goals in the first half and one in the second as Alaves split the points with Leganes on Saturday. The keeper has allowed four goals while making two saves in two starts since returning from a hand injury.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Joan Jordan - Returns to bench Jordan (back) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Leganes.

Impact Jordan was expected to be available for Saturday's game after missing nearly one month of competition with a sciatic injury. While he may not be ready to start yet, he could appear as a substitute in the midfield during the game.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Carles Alena - Makes starting XI Alena (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Leganes.

Impact Alena was anticipated to be available for Saturday's game after sitting out the previous match with a slight injury. The injury does not seem significant, as he is back in the squad and has been included in the starting lineup.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jesus Owono - Ruled out for Saturday Owono (articular) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Leganes, coach Eduardo Coudet confirmed in a press conference. The goalkeeper sustained the injury last Friday and...

Impact Owono missed the last game against Getafe due to an articular injury and is out for the time being with no precise timeline for his return. His injury coincides with the return of Antonio Sivera from a hand injury. The starting goalkeeper will be the one to keep goal for upcoming games.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Novoa - Out for the time being Novoa will be out for the time being after suffering a setback from a pubic injury that has plagued him since the start of the season, coach Eduardo Coudet confirmed in a press con...

Impact Novoa has played only 234 minutes this season due to ongoing pubic problems. He recently experienced a setback after returning to play 14 minutes earlier this month. It is unclear how much time he will need to fully recover.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Carles Alena - Available for Leganes Alena (undisclosed) missed the last game against Getafe, but the issue wasn't serious as he is already back in the squad and available to face Leganes on Saturday, coach Eduardo Co...

Impact Alena was ruled out on Sunday, but the injury was not serious as he is back and available for Saturday's clash. He could step directly into the starting XI on the left wing against Leganes.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Joan Jordan - Will be available for Saturday Jordan (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's match against Leganes, coach Eduardo Coudet confirmed in a press conference.

Impact Jordan missed the last four La Liga matches due to undisclosed issues but is now fully fit and available for Saturday's game. He was a starter prior to his injury and will compete for a starting spot in the midfield moving forward.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Concedes once in return to action Sivera allowed a goal while making two saves during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Getafe.

Impact Sivera allowed the lone goal of the match from the penalty spot in the 44th minute as Alaves dropped all three points. The keeper returned from a four match injury absence Sunday and should remain the starter when fit moving forward.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - In goal Sunday Sivera (hand) is in goal for Sunday's match against Getafe.

Impact Sivera returns for the first time since December, missing the last four matches after undergoing hand surgery. The keeper had started all 19 league matches prior to the injury and returns immediately to the starting XI now that he's fit.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Carles Alena - Loaned to Alaves Alena has been loaned to Alaves from Getafe, according to his new club.

Impact Alena will spend the remainder of the season on loan, although he will remain in La Liga, having been loaned to Alaves until the end of the season. He has served in more of a rotational role this season, starting in five of his 10 appearances this season. That said, he will look to grow his minutes a bit more with his new club, although a rotational spot is likely again.

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