Barcelona faces Deportivo Alavés this Saturday, November 29, 2025, in the 14th round of LaLiga, at Spotify Camp Nou, in Barcelona, Espanha. The game starts at 3:15 pm local time (11:15 am UTC), with the Catalan team seeking the provisional lead after 31 points in 13 matches. Alavés, with 15 points in 14th place, is trying to move away from the relegation zone in a historic clash favorable to Barça.
Coach Hansi Flick leads Barcelona, which is coming off a 3-0 defeat to Chelsea in Champions League, but maintains a positive streak in the Spanish championship with three consecutive victories. Eduardo Coudet guides Alavés, who have lost their last two games in LaLiga, including 1-0 to Celta from Vigo.
The match highlights the possible return of Pedri to the Catalan midfield, while Alavés counts on former Barça players like Carles Aleñá and Denis Suárez to surprise.
Lineups confirmed for the duel
Barcelona adopts a 4-3-3 formation, focusing on ball possession and quick attacks from the flanks. Joan García defends the goal, supported by Jules Koundé, Andreas Christensen, Pau Cubarsí and Alejandro Balde in defense. In the middle, Frenkie of Jong, Marc Casadó and Dani Olmo control the pace, while Lamine Yamal,
Expected substitutions include Eric García, Pedri, and Ferran Torres to rotate and maintain intensity.
- Joan García (goalkeeper)
- Jules Koundé (right-back)
- Andreas Christensen (defender)
- Pau Cubarsí (defender)
- Alejandro Balde (left-back)
- Frenkie from Jong (steering wheel)
- Marc Casadó (midfielder)
- Dani Olmo (attacking midfielder)
- Lamine Yamal (right tip)
- Raphinha (left winger)
- Robert Lewandowski (center forward)
Alavés responds with 4-1-4-1, prioritizing defensive solidity and counterattacks. Antonio Sivera is the goalkeeper, with Jonny Otto, Nahuel Tenaglia, Santiago Mouriño and Youssef Enríquez at the rear. Antonio Blanco anchors the middle, aided by Carlos Vicente, Denis Suárez, Carles Aleñá and Guridi, with Lucas Boyé in front.
Reserves like Toni Martínez and Jon Guridi can come in to reinforce the attack in decisive moments.
Positions in the table before kick-off
Barcelona occupies second place with 31 points, the result of nine wins, four draws and no defeats so far in LaLiga. The Catalan team scored 28 goals and conceded just nine, displaying the best defense in the competition.
Alavés has 15 points in 13 games, with four wins, three draws and six defeats. Vitoria-Gasteiz’s team has a negative balance of five goals, with 12 scored and 17 conceded, and is struggling to surpass the middle of the table.
This disparity reflects the historical dominance of Barça, which has won the last five direct clashes.
In the most recent clash, in February 2025, Barcelona prevailed 1-0 at Camp Nou, with a goal from Lewandowski. In total, in 49 games, Barça has 35 wins, compared to seven for Alavés and seven draws.
Alavés are looking to break their eight-year streak without winning over their rivals, but face an opponent who hasn’t lost at home since the start of the season.
Cast history and highlights
Spotify Camp Nou hosts around 99,000 fans for LaLiga matches, creating extra pressure on visitors like Alavés. The stadium, at Barcelona,
Injuries affect both sides: at Barcelona, Pablo Gavi, Marc-André ter Stegen, Fermín López and Pelo Alavés, Facundo Garcés is serving a 12-month suspension for document irregularities.
In-form players include Lamine Yamal, with decisive assists, and Lucas Boyé, the visiting goalscorer with four goals this season.
These elements raise expectations for a game of quick transitions and intense individual duels in midfield.
Where to watch the match live
Broadcast occurs on multiple platforms, depending on the region. No Brasil, Disney+ shows the game with narration in Portuguese, starting at 12:15 pm at Brasília time.
On Espanha, the Movistar LaLiga channel covers the event locally at 3:15 pm. Para the audience on Estados Unidos, ESPN+ broadcasts at 10:15 a.m. ET.
Other options include streaming via DAZN on parts of Europa and beIN Sports on Oriente Médio.
- Disney+ (Brazil and América Latina)
- Movistar LaLiga (Spain)
- ESPN+ (USA)
- DAZN (Selected Europe)
These channels offer complete coverage, with real-time statistics and post-game analysis.
Recent arbitration and statistics
Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias referees the duel, with an average of 0.32 yellow cards per game and 4.55 in total per match. The referee, experienced in LaLiga, prioritizes fluidity without punitive excesses.
Barcelona records possession above 60% at home, with 20 goals scored in six games at Camp Nou. Alavés, in turn, finishes 11 times per match on average, but converts only 20% of the chances.
These numbers indicate a game controlled by the home team, but with a risk of surprises due to dead balls.
Last week, Barça defeated Athletic Club 4-0, while Alavés fell 1-0 against Celta.
Expectations for the decisive round
The confrontation marks the beginning of a key sequence for Barcelona, who will face Eintracht Frankfurt at Champions next. A victory would put the Catalans in the lead, temporarily overtaking Real Madrid.
Alavés aims for points away from home, where they have won just once this season, to gain momentum in the fight against relegation.
With squads balanced in experience, the focus falls on Barça’s offensive efficiency against the Basque defensive organization.
