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Antonio Sivera - Three conceded in loss Sivera registered one save and allowed three goals in Friday's 3-2 defeat versus Valladolid.

Impact Sivera conceded three goals for a second consecutive game, while this also marked the fifth time in 10 appearances this season that he made no more than one save. Up next for Deportivo Alaves is a meeting with Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Blanco - Injured Friday Blanco came off with an apparent injury during the second half of Friday's clash with Valladolid.

Impact Blanco picked up the injury in the second half and had to come off. The midfielder will be assessed post-game to figure out how serious of a problem it might be. If nothing else he's in doubt for Saturday's trip to Rayo.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Novoa - Out Friday Novoa (abdomen) will not be an option for Friday's match against Valladolid, confirmed manager Luis Garcia.

Impact Novoa continues to deal with different injuries, this time is an abdomen injury that will see him miss another match. His last appearance on the pitch was on Sep 24, making two starts in four games played, totaling seven crosses (two accurate), eight tackles and five clearances.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Joaquin Panichelli - Signs extension Panichelli has signed a contract extension with Alaves, according to his club.

Impact Panichelli looks to have no signs of leaving Alaves anytime soon, with the forward signing an extension until 2029. He has yet to appear this campaign and has only seen eight appearances with the first team, with his extension likely implying he will see more time in the future.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Lewandowski Scores a First Half Hat-Trick in Victory vs. Alaves Barcelona won 3–0 vs. Alaves in La Liga thanks to Robert Lewandowski’s hat-trick

OCTOBER 7 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Toni Martinez - Hits woodwork in loss to Barca Martinez placed two shots in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Barcelona.

Impact Martinez did not have many opportunities Sunday in a game where his team only enjoyed 28 percent possession. Despite that he managed two shots, one being blocked, and was unlucky not to get on the scoresheet when an attempt hit the woodwork. He was subbed after 57 minutes. From six appearances (three starts) he has bagged two goals but it has been five games since he last found the net.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Blanco - Two shots in loss to Barca Antonio Blanco registered two shots (none on goal), one cross (not accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Barcelona.

Impact Blanco contributed two of the 11 shots Alavez attempted Sunday in a match where they were dominated by Barca. He also executed an interception, blocked a shot and engaged in three tackles before being subbed after 78 minutes. The 24-year-old midfielder has made six starts from nine appearances and produced an assist in the campaign's opening game back in August.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Concedes three and pulls off six saves Sivera recorded six saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-0 defeat versus Barcelona.

Impact Sivera was under pressure the whole match Sunday. Despite conceding three to a "white hot" Robert Lewandowski he did make six big saves from other on target efforts and executed two clearances. He has delivered two clean sheets but it has been six matches since he posted his last. He has a good chance to improve that in Alavez's next against Real Valladolid, they are languishing second bottom in the table and with five strikes from nine matches they have scored the lowest numbers of goals in the league.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Novoa - Called up Sunday Novoa (undisclosed) was called up for Sunday's clash with Barcelona.

Impact Novoa was selected for Sunday's clash, as he returns from a knock. The midfielder has largely gone unused during his first two months with Alaves, but seems to be recovered from his knock as he looks for a spot in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Aleksandar Sedlar - Off with muscle injury Sedlar was forced off during the 57th minute of Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Getafe with a muscle injury.

Impact Sedlar was not able to make it to the 60th minute following an injury Saturday. He's managed to start all five matches played at center back, totaling 15 tackles with seven clearances in that span. Abdelkabir Abqar and Santiago Moreno will look to get the start at center back against Barcelona, if the defender is still injured.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Joan Jordan - Delivers six crosses in defeat Jordan recorded three shots (one on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Getafe.

Impact Jordan led the team with six crosses delivered; however, none of them were accurate as he failed to create a chance. He was active defensively with three tackles and two clearances.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Concedes twice in defeat Sivera made six saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62nd minute.

Impact Sivera allowed two goals while making a season-high six saves. He was unlucky in both goals as the first was a free-kick that took a deflection that caused it to change direction while the second was a penalty in which he dove in the right direction, but it was perfectly placed in the bottom corner. Next, he'll have a difficult task against Barcelona, the current league leaders in goals.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Tenaglia - Starting versus Getafe Tenaglia (undisclosed) made the XI to face Getafe on Saturday.

Impact Tenaglia makes a quick return after missing the previous game and will get the start as he's done in most fixtures. He has scored and assisted once in six appearances, adding three key passes, 14 crosses (three accurate) and two shots on target.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Novoa - Out once again Novoa is returning to the injury list and is out for Saturday's match against Getafe, according to his club.

Impact Novoa has been sidelined for the second time this season, having gone down with an undisclosed injury. This will force a change, as he did start in their last match, likely forcing Carlos Vicente back into the starting XI. He currently has no timetable in place, with his return depending on his evolution.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ander Guevara - Lands on scoresheet Guevara assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 loss against Real Madrid.

Impact Guevara was demoted the bench Tuesday, however was still able to make an impact with an assist, his first of the season. The midfielder is entering his second season with Alaves, recording four starts in seven appearances, logging in an assist with eigh tackles (four won), seven clearances and four chances created.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Kike Garcia - Logs in goal Kike scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-2 loss against Real Madrid.

Impact Kike logged in his second goal of the season in seven appearances, four of them coming as starts. He is set to maintain a rotational role in the attack, generating 11 shots (three on target) and three clearances.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Benavidez - Scores, assists in loss Protesoni scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 loss versus Real Madrid.

Impact Protesoni made a solid comeback for Alaves, scoring and assisting during the final minutes of the match Tuesday. It was his first appearance since Aug 28, starting twice in four games, logging in five tackles (three won) and four interceptions during his second campaign in La Liga.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sivera - Lets in three goals Sivera registered one save and allowed three goals in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Sivera allowed three goals on just a single save during the loss Tuesday. He's already let in 10 goals in seven appearances, making just 14 saves while also keeping two clean sheets. The keeper will head to Getafe for the next game on Saturday, who have scored just two goals in the last five contests.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé extends scoring streak as Real Madrid beats Alaves 3-2 in Spanish league

Kylian Mbappé has extended his scoring streak with his sixth goal in five matches as Real Madrid defeated Alaves 3-2 to move closer to leader Barcelona in the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Antonio Sivera - Allows one in win Sivera made one save and conceded one goal during Friday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Sivera didn't see any action during the first half but then appeared with a spectacular stop when his team was leading by just one goal. The goalkeeper was very close to keeping his third clean sheet over six starts, but then came Dodi Lukebakio to score the consolation goal for the opposition and ruin his plans in the 83rd minute. A much tougher mission awaits for Sivera on Tuesday as his team visits Real Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Abdel Abqar - Logs five clearances in win Abqar made one tackle, five clearances, one interception and one block during Friday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Abqar bounced back from the quiet outing on the previous match, pacing his team in clearances and imposing his will against opposing forwards most of the time. With 27 clearances and 12 interceptions over six starts, the center back is enjoying another great start of campaign.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Joan Jordan - Active in first season start Jordan had one off-target shot, created two chances, sent in five inaccurate crosses and made three tackles (two won) and two clearances during Friday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Jordan made his first start for Alaves exactly against his former club and, despite not appearing on the scoresheet like he did in his debut, the midfielder was still very active on both ends and looked very comfortable despite not being on the same level as his teammates from a physical standpoint. Given the way he played, it's hard envisioning Jordan out of the starting XI once he's in his best shape.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Carlos Martin - Scores first Alaves goal Martin scored a goal off his lone shot, made three tackles (two won) and drew three fouls during Friday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Martin made his first start with his new club since transferring from Atletico Madrid and bounced back from a quiet first half with an opportunistic goal off a rebound from the crossbar that gave his team a 2-0 lead at the hours mark. After scoring for the first time for Alaves, the youngster will hope to keep getting consistent playing time during upcoming matches.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Facundo Tenaglia - Out to face Real Madrid Tenaglia is out for Tuesday's match against Real Madrid due to injury, according to manager Luis Garcia Plaza.

Impact Tenaglia will sit out Tuesday's match, with the defender picking up an undisclosed injury following Friday's win over Sevilla. This will be a tough loss for the club, as he has started in four of his five appearances on the team sheet this season while notching a goal contribution in each of their past two outings. This will force a change, with Hugo Novoa or Santiago Mourino being his likely replacement until he is fit again.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Novoa - Unused off bench Novoa (heel) went unused off the bench in Friday's 2-1 win against Sevilla.

Impact Novoa has returned to the team sheet after missing the club's last match due to a heel problem. It wasn't surprising to see him go unused, as he had already met that fate once before his injury, only starting in one of the five matches he has been available for. That said, he will likely continue in more of a rotational role despite now being fit.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

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