Alaves vs Valencia Prediction - Sep 15, 2026

Alaves vs Valencia prediction amid a week of upheaval

This Alaves vs Valencia Prediction looks at a match shaped by strong home form, major changes at Valencia and an AI forecast that goes against the most obvious reading of the table. Kick-off at Mendizorroza is scheduled for 19:00 GMT on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.

Two clubs arriving in very different moods

Alaves have made an impressive start to the 2026/27 La Liga season under Quique Sanchez Flores. They have collected 10 points from five matches, with three wins, one draw and one defeat. That record has placed them near the top of the table and made their home ground feel difficult for visiting teams once again.

Their unbeaten start ended last Saturday with a 2-1 away defeat to Racing Santander. Even so, there have been encouraging attacking signs. The clearest example was the 5-2 win over Osasuna, when Alaves showed that they can play with more ambition than their reputation sometimes suggests.

Valencia arrive with a very different story. They sit 20th after taking only one point from a possible 15. A record of no wins, one draw and four defeats is worrying enough, but their goal difference adds another layer: Valencia have been outscored 10-1 during this run. A 1-0 defeat to Sevilla was the latest setback.

Valencia turn to an interim coach during a crisis

The biggest news before the match comes from the away camp. Following the poor opening to the season, Valencia dismissed head coach Carlos Corberan and CEO Ron Gourlay over the weekend. Reports say Corberan was informed of the decision by owner Peter Lim during a video call.

Braulio Vazquez has since been appointed sporting director, while B-team coach Oscar Sanchez will take charge on an interim basis. A managerial change can sometimes produce a quick reaction, especially when players want to impress the new staff. However, Oscar Sanchez has little preparation time and must work with a squad badly affected by injuries.