Deportivo Alavés is preparing for a crucial clash against Athletic Club in La Liga, scheduled for this Saturday, May 2nd, with kick-off at 17:30. This Basque derby promises to be a high-tension encounter, with both teams looking to improve their positions in the Spanish championship table.

Currently, Alavés sits in the seventeenth position in the La Liga standings, having accumulated a total of 36 points. For 'El Glorioso', every match is vital in their fight to secure permanence in Spain's top football division, and a positive result against their regional rival would be a significant boost.

Meanwhile, Athletic Club enters this match occupying the tenth position in the table, with 41 points to their name. 'Los Leones' will be looking to consolidate their position in the upper half of the table and potentially move closer to European spots, making this clash a significant test for their aspirations.

The matchday on Saturday, May 2nd, also features other interesting fixtures in La Liga. Villarreal thrashed Levante 5-1, while Atlético Madrid secured a 1-0 victory over Valencia. Later, Osasuna will host FC Barcelona at 20:00, completing a day full of action.

Alavés fans eagerly await this encounter against Athletic Club, a match that not only has implications for the league table but also carries the passion and rivalry of a derby. All eyes will be on Mendizorroza to see how this important duel unfolds.