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Alaves and Sevilla are set to clash in a Copa del Rey round of 32 match at Estadio Mendizorrotza. Both teams overcame lower-league opponents in the previous round. Sevilla aims for a deeper run after a disappointing exit last season, while Alaves seeks their first Copa del Rey title. Both teams have had mixed form recently, but enter the match with some momentum. Key players are expected to feature, although both sides have injury concerns and suspensions. Analysts predict a close match with both teams scoring, but favor Alaves for the win.

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Alaves and Sevilla Set to Battle in Copa del Rey Clash

By Adepoju Marvellous | 15 Dec 2025 22:35, Last updated: 16 Dec 2025 10:47

VITORIA-GASTEIZ, Spain – La Liga rivals Alaves and Sevilla will face off at Estadio Mendizorrotza on Wednesday night for a coveted spot in the Copa del Rey round of 16.

Both teams are coming off victories against lower-league opposition, with Alaves dispatching Portugalete and Sevilla narrowly defeating CD Extremadura. Sevilla will be hoping to get a deeper run into the competition after being eliminated by Almeria last season.

Alaves hope to make it past Sevilla and seek their first Copa del Rey title. Both teams have had mixed form in recent weeks.

Alaves will welcome back key player Carlos Vicente, while both sides are dealing with a number of injuries and suspensions.

Analysts are predicting a tight encounter, favoring Alaves for a narrow victory.

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