Alaves vs Girona Result

Late Drama as Alaves and Girona Share Four-Goal Thriller at Mendizorrotza

Alaves and Girona played out a pulsating 2-2 draw at Estadio Mendizorrotza, with the hosts snatching a late equalizer to deny Girona all three points. The match was a tale of shifting momentum: Alaves struck early through Lucas Boyé, but Girona responded with goals on either side of halftime to turn the game in their favor. Ultimately, Alaves' persistence paid off with a dramatic 89th-minute leveller, ensuring the spoils were shared. Both sides had periods of dominance—Girona enjoyed more possession (55%) and looked the more composed in midfield, but Alaves were relentless in attack, firing 17 shots (6 on target) and winning 7 corners. The result keeps both teams in the hunt, but leaves each ruing missed opportunities to claim victory in a fiercely contested encounter.

Key Moments

Tactical Analysis

Alaves set up in a classic 4-4-2, looking to press high and attack quickly through their front two. Their wingers and full-backs provided width, but the midfield often found themselves outnumbered against Girona's 4-5-1. Girona's extra man in midfield allowed them to control possession and dictate the tempo, especially after falling behind. Thomas Lemar and Viktor Tsygankov were instrumental in linking play and finding pockets of space between the lines. Substitutions from both managers were aimed at injecting fresh legs into midfield and attack, but neither side deviated significantly from their initial tactical approach. Set pieces were a source of danger for Alaves, who forced 7 corners, while Girona looked to exploit spaces on the counter. The match ultimately hinged on Alaves' ability to disrupt Girona's rhythm late on and capitalize on a rare lapse in concentration.

Turning Point

The 89th-minute equalizer for Alaves, which salvaged a draw just as Girona seemed set for victory.