Overview
- Deportivo Alavés beat CD Getxo 4-0 at Gobela to progress in the Copa del Rey, with braces from Mariano and Carlos Vicente reported in live coverage.
- Local reporting detailed Gobela’s tight layout nicknamed the “caged” ground, a single lateral stand holding 1,221 spectators, and a sellout that included at least 150 visiting Alavés fans.
- Real Sociedad coach Sergio Francisco said a derby win would provide a psychological lift and confirmed Kubo is available, though his starting status remains a decision for match day.
- Sergio highlighted captain Mikel Oyarzabal’s strong form and noted Sadiq is ready to contribute minutes if required.
- Athletic coach Ernesto Valverde promoted academy midfielder Selton Sánchez, praised his talent and long-term deal to 2028, and faces absences that include Prados, Iñaki Williams, Maroan Sannadi, Egiluz, the suspended Lekue, and Yerai Álvarez after a positive UEFA anti-doping test.