Five facts about Deportivo Alavés – Valencia CF

Last meeting

The most recent match between both teams took place on March 14, 2025, at the Mendizorroza Stadium. Deportivo Alavés won with a controversial penalty scored by Joan Jordán.

At Mendizorroza, Valencia CF have recorded 26.09% wins, 26.09% draws, and 47.83% defeats.

Source: Ciberche

Luis Rioja and David Rangel return to Vitoria

On one hand, Luis Rioja was part of the Basque side for five campaigns (2019-2020/2023-2024) and one LALIGA match in the 24/25 season, making a total of 189 appearances (138 in the First Division). He became one of the team’s captains and one of the most beloved players in Vitoria.

On the other hand, Rangel joined the ‘Glorioso’ in the 2011/12 season after his spell at CD Castellón. That season he played 36 matches in the former Segunda División ‘B’ and, once it ended, he signed for Ontinyent Club de Fútbol.

‘Top 5’ Best LALIGA FANTASY players

For Valencia CF: Luis Rioja (49 pts), Agirrezabala (45 pts), Danjuma (43 pts), Javi Guerra (38 pts), and Diakhaby (37 pts).

For Deportivo Alavés: Carlos Vicente (50 pts), Aleñà (45 pts), Tenaglia (44 pts), Toni Martínez (41 pts), and Sivera (40 pts).

Other historical facts

Numerous players have represented both clubs, including Adorno, Pellegrino, Zubizarreta, Ilie, and Alexis Ruano, among others. The all-time top scorer has been Juan Costa with 6 goals; Olivares, also with 6 goals. José Luis Gayà is the player with the most appearances (13) against Deportivo Alavés.

Source: Ciberche

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