Real Madrid to face Alaves in La Liga match on Saturday

Real Madrid to Host Alaves in La Liga Match Amid Struggles

A crucial La Liga match is set to take place at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium on Tuesday, April 21, as Real Madrid hosts Alaves. The match will be a significant test for the Madrid side, who trail league leaders Barcelona by nine points with seven matches remaining.

Real Madrid’s recent performance has been marred by setbacks, including a dramatic defeat by Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarterfinals and a shock Copa del Rey exit to second-tier Albacete. The team’s domestic struggles have also drained momentum, resulting in their last win being over a month ago.

Alaves, on the other hand, is battling to stay in La Liga, with just a point separating them from the relegation zone. The Basque club has shown signs of improvement under new manager Quique Sanchez Flores, who has made his team more entertaining to watch since taking charge in early March.

Real Madrid’s current situation is precarious, and their season began unsteadily with the appointment of Xabi Alonso, who was replaced by Alvaro Arbeloa after six months. Despite performances showing signs of improvement, results have not been forthcoming, and the team’s future under Arbeloa hangs in the balance.

The match against Alaves will be a significant test for Real Madrid, as they look to salvage their La Liga challenge. Barcelona, meanwhile, is poised to clinch the title for the second successive year when they host Real at the Camp Nou on May 10 with three games to play.

Source: Al Jazeera