7M - Quique's Unfortunate Start with Alaves as They Draw with Villarreal

Alaves faced a tough match against Villarreal, ending in a 1-1 draw that left coach Quique Flores feeling unfortunate. This match took place on March 13, 2026, at Mendizorroza Stadium.

The game began positively for Alaves, who opened the scoring in the 40th minute with an own goal from Villarreal's Rafa Marín. This seemed to reflect Alaves' strong performance, as they had dominated much of the first half.

Villarreal equalized dramatically in the 98th minute with a stunning goal from Nicolas Pepe, leaving Alaves with a sense of disappointment after they had hoped for a full three points.

Match Highlights

Alaves controlled the initial phases of the game, with solid performances from their forwards, including Toni Martínez. Despite a clear advantage, they could not secure the win, resulting in another missed opportunity.

This match added to Alaves' struggles this season, leaving them still searching for consistent results as they aim to climb out of the relegation zone. Meanwhile, Villarreal remains in a strong position in the league standings.