Deportivo Alavés vs Espanyol – Expert Analysis
The upcoming match between Deportivo Alavés and Espanyol is poised to be an exciting encounter in La Liga. Both teams have shown varying degrees of form recently, making this a potentially unpredictable match. Alavés, known for their tenacious home performances, will look to capitalize on their familiar surroundings to secure a victory. On the other hand, Espanyol will aim to leverage their away strength to disrupt Alavés’ rhythm.
From a betting perspective, several intriguing markets stand out. The ‘Under 5.5 Cards’ market, with odds at 92.70, suggests a relatively disciplined game from both sides, though the potential for bookings remains moderate. The likelihood of neither team scoring in the first half is significant, with odds at 79.70, indicating tight defensive setups initially.
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 5.5 Cards | 89.70% | (2-1) 7 cards 1.44 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 82.60% | (2-1) 2-0 1H 1.15 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 77.40% | (2-1) 0-1 2H 1.29 | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 76.10% | (2-1) 1.44 | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 74.60% | (2-1) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 73.70% | (2-1) | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 71.80% | (2-1) 7 cards 1.88 | |
| Draw In First Half | 62.90% | (2-1) 2-0 1H 1.95 | |
| Home Team To Score In 1st Half | 62.30% | (2-1) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 62.30% | (2-1) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 59.60% | (2-1) 1.62 | |
| Sum of Goals 2 or 3 | 54.00% | (2-1) 1.95 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 54.90% | (2-1) 2-0 1H 1.53 | |
| Both Teams To Score | 50.50% | (2-1) 2.00 | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.60% | (2-1) | |
| Yellow Cards | 1.50% | (2-1) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.20% | (2-1) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.20% | (2-1) | 
Predictions
- Under 5.5 Cards: Odds at 92.70 suggest a game with fewer bookings.
 - Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half: Odds at 79.70 indicate a likely cautious start.
 - Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half: Odds at 81.40 reflect possible defensive strategies later on.
 - Over 1.5 Goals: Odds at 80.10 hint at a reasonably open match with more than one goal.
 - Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: Odds at 77.50 suggest Espanyol might struggle offensively in the latter stages.
 - Away Team Not To Score In 1st Half: Odds at 76.80 indicate Espanyol could face difficulties early on.
 - Under 4.5 Cards: Odds at 69.50 imply a less aggressive game overall.
 - Draw In First Half: Odds at 67.30 suggest an evenly matched start.
 - Home Team To Score In 1st Half: Odds at 60.20 show confidence in Alavés’ ability to score early.
 - Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half: Odds at 61.10 suggest potential defensive challenges for Alavés later in the game.
 - Under 2.5 Goals: Odds at 59.70 point towards a low-scoring affair.
 - Sum of Goals 2 or 3: Odds at 57.00 indicate a moderate scoring outcome.
 - Over 0.5 Goals HT: Odds at 58.00 imply that both teams are likely to score over the course of the match.
 - Both Teams To Score: Odds at 55.60 reflect expectations for both sides finding the net.
 
The average total goals predicted is around 3.20, indicating an entertaining match with potential for multiple goals. Additionally, the average goals scored and conceded are set at approximately 1.50 and 2.50 respectively, suggesting that while Alavés may find it challenging to keep Espanyol out entirely, they are expected to put up a competitive fight.
The market for yellow cards suggests an average of around 1.40 bookings throughout the match, hinting that discipline might play a key role in determining the flow of the game.