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・December 22, 2024 December 22 Dec 22

Martín (7') and Alavés score early, concede Gomez (90'+8') goal late, split points with Valencia

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Diego Lopez - Provides dynamismDiego Lopez assisted once to go with four crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

ImpactLopez caused all sorts of problems for Deportivo Alvaes and their defenders on Sunday. In 90 minutes played, he registered one assist, created two chances, won a penalty, and completed four of his six dribbles. The assist was just the second of his La Liga season, but hopefully this output and great performance can be the start of a fine run of form. Lopez will aim to create chaos against Real Madrid's defense on January 3.

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Dani Gomez - Superb off benchGomez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

ImpactGomez was only used in the late stages of Valencia's match against Deportivo Alvaes, but he made sure to capitalize on his opportunity. In 12 minutes played, he scored one goal from two shots, had two touches in the opposition's box, and won an aerial duel. The goal was Gomez's second of the La Liga season, and he will hope to build on this momentum when Valencia hosts Real Madrid on January 3.

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Luis Rioja - Calm from the spotRioja scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

ImpactRioja put in a great display from his left back position against Deportivo Alvaes. Not only did he score from the penalty spot in the 70th minute, but he also created two chances, completed all three of his dribble attempts, and completed four of his five long ball passes. His crossing left much to be desired, succeeding in just two of his 11 attempts. However, he produced plenty of offensive output regardless of that statistic. He will be key to Valencia securing points against the vaunted Real Madrid on January 3.

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Stole Dimitrievski - Put in difficult spotDimitrievski registered one save and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

ImpactThe score line does not do a good job reflecting Dimitrievski's performance in net against Deportivo Alvaes. He did concede two goals on three shots, but one of the goals came from a penalty, and the other from within the six yard box directly centered on goal. Dimitrievski did manage to make one diving save inside his own box that helped Valencia secure a draw. He will hope to have an easier day against Real Madrid on January 3.

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Jesus Owono - Trial by fireJesus Owono recorded no saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Valencia.

ImpactOwono was certainly given a tough assignment against Valencia. He was subbed in for the injured Antonio Sivera due to the starting keeper fracturing his hand, and was faced with several tough shots. The 23 year old did not record a save, but the goals he conceded were a penalty and a close-range shot. He did manage to complete six of his ten long ball passes. Owono will likely serve as Deportivo Alvaes' starting keeper until Sivera can return, and his first real test will come when the team hosts Girona on January 11.

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Moussa Diarra - Wins crucial penaltyDiarra had one tackle (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Valencia.

ImpactDiarra played a crucial role in helping Deportivo Alvaes steal a point from Valencia. Not only did he put in a solid defensive shift, making two interceptions and winning eight of his 13 duels, but he was the player who won a penalty that Joan Jordan slotted home in the 88th minute. Though he does not have a goal or assist yet in the season, it is clear that when Alvaes needs a goal, Diarra is likely to push into the opposition's box. Hopefully, he can not only be the supplier, but the beneficiary of late heroics when Girona visit on January 11.

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Joan Jordan - Provides late heroicsJordan scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Valencia.

ImpactJordan was the supplier of late drama against Valencia on Sunday. In 90 minutes played, he scored one goal from his only shot, an 88th minute equalizer from the penalty spot. He also created one chance, made four passes into the final third, and took four corner kicks. The goal was Jordan's second of the season, and he will look to provide a steady presence in midfield once again when Deportivo Alvaes hosts Girona on January 11.

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