Alaves beats Sevilla while fans protest Friday night games in Spain
Alaves fans have ramped up their protest against inconvenient night-time games in SpainSEPTEMBER 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
ALAVÉS 4-1-8 · 15TH IN LALIGA
4-1-8 · 15TH IN LALIGA
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SEPTEMBER 20 • YOUTUBE
Hugo Novoa - On team sheet Novoa (heel) is on the team sheet for Friday's match against Sevilla.
Impact Novoa is set to return to the pitch after missing last match with a heel injury. He had started once in three appearance, recording a shot with three crosses (one accurate) and three clearances to open up the campaign.
SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Facundo Tenaglia - Bags rare goal Saturday Tenaglia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Espanyol.
Impact Tenaglia took advantage of a perfect cross from Joan Jordan to score with a header from close range, but his strike was not enough to complete a second-half comeback. Tenaglia can be a menace on set-piece situations, but he should earn most of his stats through defensive duties. On that note, he should be busy in the coming weeks since Alaves' next two matches are against Sevilla and Real Madrid.
SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Joan Jordan - Credited with assist Jordan assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Espanyol.
Impact Jordan was credited with an assist when his cross allowed Nahuel Tenaglia to score with a powerful header midway through the second half. The talented playmaker has yet to latch onto a starting role with Alaves, but given he made a substantial impact in his debut with the club, it wouldn't be shocking if he sees more minutes in his coming matches.
SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Antonio Sivera - Gives up three goals Saturday Sivera had one save and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Espanyol. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st minute.
Impact Sivera can't be blamed for any of the three goals he conceded in this match -- one was a penalty, in another one he was entirely out of the play, and he didn't have enough time to react in the remaining one. Sivera won't have an easier path toward bouncing back, as his next two matches are scheduled at home against Sevilla and against Real Madrid on the road on Sep. 20 and Sep. 24, respectively.
SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Tomas Conechny - Scores in loss vs. Espanyol Conechny scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and five crosses (three accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Espanyol.
Impact Conechny scored a goal that can only be described as one of the easiest goals he'll ever score, as he took advantage of a weak stop from Joan Garcia to head a loose ball home from less than one yard away from the goal line. Conechny has started in all four of Alaves' matches so far this season, but this was his first goal contribution of the campaign.
SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Hugo Novoa - Out with heel pain Novoa (heel) is not on the team sheet for Saturday's trip to Espanyol.
Impact Novoa will sit out Saturday after suffering a minor heel injury. He had only started once in the three matches played, recording three crosses (one accurate) and three clearances, having also been an unused sub during the first four La Liga games for Valencia.
SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE
Tomas Conechny - Starts again Sunday Conechny recorded three shots (two on goal), three crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Las Palmas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...
Impact Conechny continues to capture a starting role since joining his new club, having started in three of their four matches to begin the campaign. He has yet to truly break out, notching two chances created, five shots and nine crosses in those appearances.
SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Antonio Sivera - Clean sheet against Las Palmas Sivera recorded six saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Las Palmas.
Impact Sivera was stout in net Sandy, stopping all six shots he faced on net to provide a clean sheet for his club. This marks his second clean sheet of the season in only four appearances. He will look to repeat in his next match against Espanyol on Sept. 14.
SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Kike Garcia - Takes three shots Kike had three shots (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 victory versus Real Sociedad.
Impact Kike didn't start Wednesday but still did his best to be involved, firing in three shots in his 27 minutes of play off the bench. He did start in their previous two matches, so it wouldn't be a surprise to see him back in that spot next contest.
AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE
Toni Martinez - Nets game winner Martinez scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad.
Impact Martinez was the hero of Wednesday's match, as in his club debut he would find the net in the 77th minute to secure his team the win. This comes after he appeared as a substitute in the 70th minute, only taking seven minutes to score. He will hope this earns him more starting time, although he will likely still have to do more before being granted that role.
AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE
Asier Villalibre - Nets first goal with Alaves Villalibre scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad.
Impact Villalibre scored his first goal since joining Alaves, with the forward finding the back of the net in the 45th minute from the penalty spot. This was his first start for the club, having appeared off the bench and gone unused in their previous two games. That said, he will look to continue in the starting role, although it appears more likely he will remain in a rotational role.
AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE
Antonio Sivera - Allows one against Sociedad Sivera had no saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minute.
Impact Sivera had a night to forgot against Sociedad, with the goalie allowing a goal and making zero saves despite taking the win. This comes after registering a clean sheet in his last match, still having one on the season. He will look to pick up his second in the club's next match against Las Palmas on Sunday.
AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE
Aleksandar Sedlar - No longer suspended Sedlar is eligible for playa again after serving his suspension against Real Sociedad on Thursday.
Impact Sedlar is available for Sunday's match against Las Palmas, as he has served his one-match ban. He should be expected to return to the starting XI now that he is fit, as he did start in the match before his suspension, although there is a chance Pica takes his spot once again.
AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE
Joan Jordan - Joins Alaves Jordan completed a transfer to Alaves from Sevilla, the club announced.
Impact Jordan makes the switch to Alaves, where he should be in for a more consistent role. Form and injuries saw Jordan's time with Sevilla end with a heavily reduced role, headlined by just eight appearances in 2023/24. He now makes the swap to Alaves, where he will likely be a more consistent contributor, even if not an everyday starter.
AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE
Santiago Mourino - Heading to Alaves Mourino has completed a permanent transfer to Alaves from Atletico Madrid, according to his new club.
Impact Mourino is heading from one Spanish team to another, having joined Alaves on a five-year deal. He had yet to appear with Atletico's first team and seemingly didn't have a spot in the club, leading to his transfer. He will have to work his way up the pecking order with his new club, likely starting in a rotational to a reserve role.
AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE
Toni Martinez - Joins Alavez Martinez has completed a transfer to Alaves from FC Porto, according to his new club.
Impact Martinez will be heading from Portugal to Spain, having inked a deal with Alaves until 2028. He only started in five of his 25 appearances last campaign, notching four goals in 564 minutes of play. That said, he is likely to see a similar role with Alaves, probably starting in a rotational role and maintaining that spot throughout the season.
AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE
Facundo Tenaglia - Plays full game against Betis Tenaglia recorded six crosses (one accurate) and three tackles in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Betis.
Impact Tenaglia showcased his defensive prowess with five clearances, three tackles, and three interceptions while taking 52 touches. Last season, he made 25 appearances, starting in 11 games, and will aim to secure more consistent playing time this season with strong performances like this one.
AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE
Ander Guevara - Subbed off against Betis Guevara registered one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Betis.
Impact Guevara recorded 53 touches and made four tackles before being replaced by Carlos Benavidez in the 77th minute. Having featured in every game except one last season, Guevara will aim to maintain this consistency through this season.
AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE
Jon Guridi - Subbed on against Betis Guridi had one clearance in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Betis.
Impact Guridi replaced Kike in the 77th minute and made a clearance. After finishing last season with three goals in his final six appearances, Guridi will look to continue this form into the current season.
AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE
Antonio Sivera - Keeps clean sheet against Betis Sivera recorded three saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Betis.
Impact Sivera made three saves to secure his first clean sheet of the season. He will face Real Sociedad in the upcoming week.
AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE
Aleksandar Sedlar - Sent off Sunday Sedlar was sent off in the 86th minute of Saturday's 0-0 draw against Betis.
Impact Sedlar received an early yellow card in the third minute and almost went the whole match without another obstruction. However, in the 86th minute he would see a straight red card leading to his exit from the contest. His absence next match will likely force Moussa Diarra back into the starting XI. Sedlar will next be available to face Las Palmas on Sept. 1.
AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE
Manuel Sanchez - Eligible to face Betis Sanchez will be eligible to return against Real Betis on Sunday after he couldn't face Celta Vigo in the season opener due to a clause included in his loan.
Impact Sanchez couldn't make his competitive debut for Alaves since he debuted against the club that loaned him in the first place. The left-back, who's expected to be a regular with Alaves if he stays healthy, is likely to start in the Sunday match against Betis.
AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE
Carlos Martin - Switches to Alaves Martin has completed a transfer to Alaves from Atletico Madrid, according to his new club.
Impact Martin is moving from one Spanish team to another, remaining in La Liga to join Alaves. He served last season on loan, playing with Mirandes in the second tier of Spanish football where he would score 15 goals. He has only ever made five appearances in La Liga, appearing off the bench every time for a total of 30 minutes while with Atletico Madrid. That said, he should see more time with his new club but shouldn't be expected to see starting time immediately if at all.
AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE
