La Liga 2026–2027: Alavés vs. Getafe, Probable Lineups

Alavés vs. Getafe is the very first match of the 2026–2027 La Liga season: Spain’s top division is set to kick off with a match scheduled for Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Mendizorrotza Stadium. It promises to be a closely contested match between two teams that finished 14th and 7th, respectively, last season.

Alavés, which went undefeated in preseason friendlies, is still in limbo regarding the transfer market. Up front will be Martínez, who was instrumental in the team’s survival last season, alongside the young Manas; on the wings, Yusi and Pérez will start. In midfield: Ibáñez, Blanco, and Alena.

Getafe, notoriously a tough opponent on the road, will be lined up by Bordalas in a rock-solid 5-3-2 formation with Satriano and Mayoral as the attacking duo. In midfield: Terras, Mangala, and Martin. The two wingers will be Garcia and Davinchi.

Alavés vs. Getafe: Probable Lineups
ALAVÉS (3-5-2): Sivera; Tenaglia, Koski, Otto; Perez, Ibanez, Blanco, Alena, Yusi; Manas, Martinez.
GETAFE (5-3-2): Soria; Garcia, Djene, Romero, Abqar, Davinchi; Terrats, Mangala, Martin; Satriano, Mayoral.

At the pre-match press conference, Bordalas spoke about the transfer market: “It’s been an unusual period; many players have left. To ensure we could conduct quality training sessions, we’ve brought in players from the B team. The roster is improving but isn’t complete yet. I speak with the president every day. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank him for his commitment to building the stadium; there are many factors to consider when it comes to signings. We’re all on the same page; we know the needs and the positions that need to be filled. Let’s see if we get lucky and have the chance to capitalize on some opportunities.”