Deportivo Alavés

1) Deportivo Alavés: Club Overview

Deportivo Alavés, commonly known as “Alavés,” is a Spanish football club based in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Álava, within the autonomous community of the Basque Country. Founded in 1920 as Sport Friend’s Club, Alavés has a rich history and has been playing competitive football since the early 1900s.

2) Name, Nickname, Slogan & Home Ground

• Name: Deportivo Alavés, S.A.D.
• Nickname: Babazorros (The Glorious Ones)
• Slogan: “¡Aúpa Alavés!” (Up with Alavés!)
• Home Ground: Mendizorroza Stadium, a 19,840-seater venue where passionate fans gather to support their team.

3) History

Alavés was the first club to win promotion from the Segunda División to La Liga in 1929–30, marking the beginning of its top-flight journey. Over the years, the club has faced ups and downs, but its commitment to Basque football remains unwavering. In 2001, Alavés reached the UEFA Cup Final, narrowly losing to Liverpool. In 2017, they made it to the Copa del Rey final, facing Barcelona.

4) Achievements

• La Liga Titles: Alavés has consistently competed in La Liga, with its highest-ever placing being sixth.
• 2001 UEFA Cup Final: Despite defeat, reaching the UEFA Cup Final was a historic achievement.
• 2017 Copa del Rey: Alavés reached the final but lost to Barcelona.

5) Biggest Wins

• Year: 2001
  • Opponent: Liverpool
  • Details: Alavés played an intense UEFA Cup Final, ultimately losing 5–4 after extra time (golden goal).
• Other Notable Wins: Alavés has had memorable victories against top clubs during its La Liga campaigns.

6) Biggest Loss

• Year: 1953
  • Opponent: Barcelona
  • Details: Alavés suffered a 6–1 defeat in the Copa del Generalísimo Final.

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