Barcelona and Alaves meet with historic connections through three players
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 9:40 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves face off in La Liga, each team pursuing different goals. Their histories intertwine through notable players like Jordi Cruyff, Bojan Krkic, and Denis Suarez, who have played for both clubs. Cruyff, the son of Johan Cruyff, contributed significantly to Alaves’ memorable UEFA Cup run in 2001. Krkic had a brief loan spell at Alaves while seeking regular playing time, and Suarez joined Alaves last year after a successful tenure at Barcelona. The match is currently in progress.
- •Barcelona aims to solidify its position in La Liga.
- •Alaves hopes to improve its standings with a strong performance.
- •Jordi Cruyff played a key role in Alaves’ 2001 UEFA Cup run.
- •Bojan Krkic had a brief loan at Alaves in 2018.
- •Denis Suarez joined Alaves in 2025 after playing at Barcelona.
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"Barcelona and Deportivo Alaves meet in La Liga with very different ambitions, but their histories share an interesting connection through several players who have represented both clubs. While Barcel...
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