Lucas Boyé delivered a masterclass performance with a hat-trick that featured a stunning long-range rocket, leading Deportivo Alavés to a 5-2 victory over Osasuna in La Liga. The 30-year-old Argentine forward was the standout protagonist in a match that propelled the Basque club to second place in the standings.
The Vitoria-Gasteiz side now has 10 points and sits just two behind leaders Barcelona, who have 12. Real Madrid and Betis complete the Champions League spots with nine points each. At the bottom, Málaga (2), Elche (1), and Valencia (1) occupy the relegation places. This win reinforces Alaves's strong start to the campaign, as they currently sit fifth in the 2026/27 season with 7 points from three games, recording two wins, one draw, and no losses.
How did Lucas Boyé's hat-trick unfold?
Lucas Boyé's afternoon was dreamlike. The forward opened the scoring with a high-quality goal, but it was his second strike that stole the show. Boyé received the ball far from the opponent's goal and, without hesitation, unleashed a powerful shot that nestled into the top corner like a missile. A goal that immediately sparked comparisons to Puskás Award contenders. He would complete his hat-trick later, capping off a perfect individual display. His contribution was decisive in breaking open a match that had been evenly balanced until that point.
The team showed great offensive efficiency, scoring five goals in total. This ruthlessness aligns with the team's positive numbers at the start of the 2026/27 season, where they have scored 5 goals and conceded only 1, achieving a +4 goal difference. Fans can check individual player statistics on our stats page.
What does this result mean for the league table?
The 5-2 victory has a direct and immediate impact on the fight for the top spots. With these three points, Alavés jumps to second place in La Liga, positioning themselves as the direct chaser to Barcelona. It's a statement of ambition in a season that promises to be highly competitive at the top. The team demonstrates it has the arguments to compete and that its good play translates into results.
This standing is a moral boost ahead of the upcoming fixtures. Staying in the upper part of the table will require consistency, but the performance shown against Osasuna is an excellent starting point. To follow the evolution of the standings, supporters can visit our standings section.
What is Alaves's next challenge?
After this offensive exhibition, the focus now shifts to the next test. Deportivo Alavés will travel to face 11th-placed Racing Santander away from home on September 12th. It will be an important test to see if the team can maintain the high level shown and pick up points on the road.
The coaching staff will have to manage the euphoria and prepare for a tricky match. The squad, which you can review in our squad list, seems to be finding its best form. The match against Racing Santander is the next stop in a busy schedule.
