In a dramatic clash between Alaves and Real Madrid, the former found themselves on the brink of securing a commendable draw against Carlo Ancelotti’s 10-man side. Despite Nacho Fernandez’s red card during the second half, Real Madrid pulled off a last-minute 1-0 victory, with Lucas Vazquez finding the net in stoppage time.

The intensity of the match reached its peak when Alaves manager Luis Garcia Plaza experienced a full-blown meltdown after Vazquez’s late goal. His frustration manifested in knocking over an ice cooler, grabbing a backroom staff member, discarding his coat and hat, and furiously kicking his legs upon returning to his seat.

While Garcia Plaza’s reaction may be deemed excessive, the disappointment is understandable. Alaves, on the verge of securing a valuable point against Real Madrid, saw their efforts unravel due to a defensive lapse during a Toni Kroos corner, allowing Vazquez a free header and robbing the Basque side of a hard-earned result.

Here is the highlight video of Alaves vs. Real Madrid, which ended with a 0-1 victory for Real Madrid.

Deportivo Alavés performance and stats

Deportivo Alavés is currently 16th in the La Liga with 16 points.

In the last 18 games, it has won 4 times, drawn 4 times, and lost 10 times. In its last match, Deportivo Alavés lost 0-1 against Real Madrid.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 14 goals and conceding 24.​

Real Madrid performance and stats

Real Madrid is currently 1st in the La Liga with 45 points.

In the last 18 games, it has won 14 times, drawn 3 times, and lost once. In its last match, Real Madrid won 0-1 against Deportivo Alavés.​​

It has a positive goal difference after scoring 39 goals and conceding 11.​