Alaves vs Getafe
The clash between Deportivo Alaves and Getafe on August 15, 2026, promised to be a gritty La Liga encounter. Both teams started with high defensive discipline, making every inch of the pitch a battleground as they looked to establish dominance in the early stages of the season.
The Turning Point before the Break
The game’s complexion shifted dramatically in the 42nd minute. After a heavy challenge, Getafe player Kiko was sent off; the referee initially brandished a yellow card but upgraded it to red after a VAR review. The dismissal sparked frustration on the visitors' bench, leading to a yellow card for manager Pepe Bordalas as his side were forced to play the remainder of the match with ten men.
Alaves Break the Resistance
With a man advantage, Deportivo Alaves introduced Mariano Diaz and Mikel Rodriguez in the 57th minute to sharpen their attack. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 73rd minute when Nahuel Tenaglia powered a header into the net following a well-placed cross from Mariano Diaz. The goal rewarded the home side's persistent pressure and forced the visitors to chase the game under difficult circumstances.
A Late Flourish of Goals
The final minutes saw Alaves clinical in front of goal to secure the result. In the 91st minute, Mariano Diaz doubled the lead with a spectacular strike from outside the box, earning a yellow card for his shirt-removing celebration. The scoring wasn't finished there, as Mikel Rodriguez added a third in the 94th minute with a left-footed finish, once again assisted by Mariano Diaz, to cap off a professional performance.
