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Atlético Madrid prepares for match against Alavés in LaLiga

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 5:20 PM

Last updated Oct 9, 2026

Atlético Madrid prepares for match against Alavés in LaLiga

Summary

Atlético Madrid faces Deportivo Alavés in LaLiga at Mendizorroza on October 9, 2026. Atlético aims to build on their recent 2-1 victory over Real Madrid. Alavés, currently sixth in the league, has demonstrated scoring ability but recently drew 0-0 with Athletic Club. Alejandro Grimaldo returns from injury, while Julian Alvarez’s status remains uncertain after a productive international break. Coach Diego Simeone included Grimaldo in the matchday squad while excluding Rodrigo Mendoza and Obed Vargas. Atlético seeks to improve their away record against Alavés, having won only once in six visits.

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By the Numbers

•Match takes place at Mendizorroza on October 9, 2026.
•Atlético Madrid won their last match 2-1 vs Real Madrid.
•Alavés is sixth in LaLiga with a record of 3-2-2.
•Grimaldo returns from injury; Alvarez's status is unclear.
•Alavés recently drew 0-0 against Athletic Club.

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What they're saying

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Fresh off a long international break, Diego Simeone’s men head off to the Basque Country to square off against a rejuvenated Deportivo Alavés side. The two sides have battled each other a total of 39 times in the clubs’ history, with Atlético Madrid winning 21 of those meetings. Their last match against one another came […]
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