Elche vs Alaves Preview: Key Injuries and Impact

Match Context

Elche host Alaves at Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero on 2026-05-09 in La Liga, Regular Season - 35. Elche arrive 14th on 38 points, while Alaves sit 18th on 36 points and in the relegation zone, adding clear tension to this late‑campaign fixture.

Elche Availability

Elche have several concerns in attack. Y. Santiago (Knee Injury) is sidelined. A. Boayar (Muscle Injury) is doubtful. R. Mir (Hamstring Injury) is doubtful. From the league statistics, key forwards André Silva (10 goals) and Á. Rodríguez (5 goals, 5 assists) are both available, limiting the overall damage to Elche’s attacking threat despite the absences.

Alaves Availability

Alaves face both injury and suspension issues. C. Alena (Yellow Cards) is sidelined. L. Boye (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. F. Garces (Suspended) is sidelined. The loss of L. Boye, joint‑top scorer with 11 goals and 1 assist, is a major blow to Alaves’ offensive options alongside fellow leading scorer Toni Martínez (11 goals, 3 assists), who remains available.

Impact Summary

Elche’s main creators and finishers from the stats remain in contention, so their attacking output should stay relatively intact. Alaves, however, lose significant goal contribution with L. Boye sidelined, placing greater responsibility on Toni Martínez and the supporting cast to compensate in this crucial relegation battle.