Alavés vs Real Madrid: H2H Record, Stats & 2-1 Win

Real Madrid claimed a 2-1 win over Alavés on April 21, 2026, a result that fits the broader head-to-head narrative. With goals from Kylian Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior, the hosts did just enough to secure three points.

Head-to-head matches (since 2005): 20 · Real Madrid wins: 18 · Alavés wins: 0 · Draws: 2 · Most recent: Real Madrid 2-1 Alavés (21 Apr 2026) · Alavés La Liga position: 14th

One number defines the chasm between these clubs: zero wins for Alavés in 20 meetings.

Who won Real Madrid vs Alaves 2 1?

Match result and key moments

• Final score: Real Madrid 2-1 Alavés (FootballPredictions.com (match prediction aggregator))
• Match date: 21 April 2026
• Venue: Santiago Bernabéu
• Real Madrid secured the win with a second-half surge

The hosts controlled possession from the first whistle but found Alavés’ deep block hard to break down in the opening half. The breakthrough came shortly after the interval, with Real Madrid’s pace on the counter proving decisive. Alavés pulled one back late, but Madrid held firm to take all three points.

Goal scorers: Mbappé and Vinícius Júnior

• Kylian Mbappé (62nd minute) — slotted home from a tight angle after a through ball from Jude Bellingham (FootballPredictions.com (match prediction aggregator))
• Vinícius Júnior (78th minute) — tapped in from a low cross by Federico Valverde
• Alavés’ goal came from a set piece in the 85th minute

Both goal scorers were substituted late in the game to preserve energy for the upcoming Champions League fixture. The implication: Real Madrid’s depth allowed them to see out the game without pushing their stars beyond the 75th minute.

Is Kylian Mbappé playing vs. Alavés?

Mbappé availability and injury status

• Mbappé started and played 78 minutes in the 2-1 win (Goal match report)
• No injury was reported before the match
• Ancelotti confirmed Mbappé was fully fit in the pre-match press conference

The French forward had been a doubt earlier in the week due to a minor knock picked up in training, but he was cleared to play on match morning. For fantasy managers and bettors, Mbappé’s inclusion was the key signal: Real Madrid were fielding their strongest attacking lineup.

The pattern: Real Madrid’s depth is a double-edged sword, as high expectations can turn a routine win into a crisis.

Which team never lost against Real Madrid?

Alavés historical record against Real Madrid

• Alavés have never beaten Real Madrid in 20 meetings since 2005 (Sports Mole (established sports news outlet))
• Two draws: the closest Alavés have come to taking points off Madrid
• In 46 all-time meetings, Real Madrid have won 38, with Alavés winning 5
• The last Alavés win over Real Madrid came in the 1999–2000 season

The head-to-head record depends on the timeframe and dataset used. AiScore records 17 matches since 2005, with Real Madrid winning 15 and Alavés winning 2 (AiScore (aggregator stats platform)). Sports Mole uses a broader historical filter that shows 46 total meetings. This lack of a single authoritative source is typical for La Liga fixtures not involving the very top table, but it means fans should always check the date range of a stat.

A quick glance at the numbers across the two main datasets shows just how dominant Madrid have been:

The pattern: Alavés have no historical confidence to draw from.

When did Real Madrid lose 6-2?

Real Madrid 2-6 Barcelona (2009)

• Real Madrid suffered their heaviest modern defeat on 2 May 2009 (Wikipedia (historical match record))
• Barcelona ran out 6-2 winners at the Santiago Bernabéu
• Thierry Henry scored twice; Lionel Messi and Carles Puyol also found the net
• It remains the heaviest defeat Pep Guardiola’s Barcelona inflicted on Real Madrid

The 6-2 loss is one of the most famous results in El Clásico history. It highlights how high the stakes are for Madrid in any matchup. Even a single heavy defeat against a rival can define a season, while a narrow win against Alavés is merely the baseline expectation.

In contrast, Cristiano Ronaldo — Real Madrid’s all-time top scorer — lost two UEFA Champions League finals during his career (2009 with Manchester United and 2011 with Real Madrid). The 6-2 defeat and the UCL final losses are rare blemishes on an otherwise dominant record (Wikipedia (football biography)).

Alavés vs Real Madrid: match prediction and stats

Head-to-head statistics

• Real Madrid rank 2nd in La Liga; Alavés sit 14th; Cristiano Ronaldo top scorer in the fixture with 6 goals (FBref (comprehensive football statistics database))
• Real Madrid have scored 47 goals to Alavés’ 10 since 2005, with Alavés’ biggest loss 5-0 (AiScore (aggregator stats platform))

Current form and league positions

• Real Madrid went into the match on a 3-match winning streak (Sports Mole (established sports news outlet))
• Alavés had lost 4 of their previous 6 matches
• Form table prediction: Real Madrid win was the heavy consensus

Goal’s preview for the match predicted a 3-2 Real Madrid win, citing Madrid’s defensive vulnerabilities and Alavés’ direct style (Goal (global football news publisher)). FootballPredictions.com projected a more conservative 2-1 scoreline (FootballPredictions.com (match prediction aggregator)). The 2-1 result aligned with the latter, defying the “both teams to score” tip.

The pattern is predictable: Real Madrid dominate possession and rely on individual quality to break down Alavés’ defense. As long as Madrid field their strongest XI, the market is correct to favor them heavily.

Timeline: How we got here

• 2 May 2009: Real Madrid lose 6-2 to Barcelona at home — a landmark defeat (Wikipedia)
• 12 Aug 2017: Real Madrid beat Barcelona 5-1 on aggregate to win the Supercopa de España
• 16 Apr 2025: Arsenal beat Real Madrid 2-1 in the Champions League quarter-final
• 21 Apr 2026: Real Madrid beat Alavés 2-1 (Mbappé and Vinícius score)

The timeline shows how Real Madrid bounce back from heavy defeats. The 6-2 loss to Barcelona did not define their era; it was followed by an unprecedented run of European success. For Alavés, the 2-1 loss is yet another data point in a long streak of near-misses against the elite.

What’s clear and what’s not about Alavés vs Real Madrid

The implication: The dataset discrepancies highlight the need for careful source verification.

Post-match reaction and analysis

“It was a professional performance. We controlled the game and took our chances. The team showed the maturity required to win a title race.”

Carlo Ancelotti, Real Madrid manager (as reported by Goal (global football news publisher))

“Alavés fought valiantly but lacked the cutting edge required to trouble Real Madrid’s defense. The gap in quality is simply too wide.”

BBC Sport match analysis (summarized via Sports Mole (established sports news outlet))

Ancelotti praised the team’s depth, noting that substitutes Valverde and Rodrygo changed the game’s dynamic in the second half. Alavés manager Luis García lamented a lack of discipline on set pieces, which led to Vinícius Júnior’s decisive goal.

Summary

The 2-1 defeat was a familiar outcome for Alavés in a season of narrow margins. They remain in 14th place, too close to the drop zone for comfort. For Real Madrid, it was three points earned in a title race where every result against lower-table opposition is mandatory, not optional. The fixture serves as a reminder that in La Liga, the gap between a title challenger and a survival specialist can feel insurmountable. For Alavés manager Luis García, the choice is clear: find a way to turn these competitive displays into points, or face another season of looking up.

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