Lucas Boyé netted a brace to give Alavés a 2‑1 lead, but Girona fought back to earn a 2‑2 draw at Vitoria‑Gasteiz, keeping both sides in the La Liga survival battle as Alavés sit 15th with 31 points and Girona 17th with 29. The result left Alavés three points clear of the drop zone while Girona remains one point shy of safety, highlighting the fine margins that define the relegation fight.
Match Overview
Alavés opened the game brightly, dominating possession and creating the first chance when Victor Parada’s cross found Boyé, who rose above the defence to head the ball past Girona keeper Paulo Gazzaniga. The early 2‑1 lead set the tone, but Girona responded before halftime through Azzedine Ounahi’s assist to Viktor Tsygankov.
Boyé’s Double Impact
In the second half Boyé added a second strike from a corner, his glancing header rattling the post before the rebound was credited to him. His brace highlighted his aerial ability and underscored his role as Alavés’ most reliable scorer this season.
Key Moments
Girona’s equaliser arrived in the 73rd minute when Ounahi’s precise pass found Tsygankov, who slipped the ball into an empty net after the Alavés goalkeeper was out of position. The late comeback forced a stalemate, with both sides generating chances in the final minutes.
Table Implications
Alavés remain in 15th place with 31 points, six clear of the relegation zone but five points behind the safety spot. Girona sit 17th with 29 points, a single point away from safety. The next fixtures – Alavés vs Atlético Madrid and Sevilla, Girona vs Valencia and Cádiz – will be decisive.
Statistical Snapshot
- Possession: Alavés 52 % – Girona 48 %
- Shots on target: Alavés 7 – Girona 6
- Corners: Alavés 6 – Girona 5
- Fouls: Alavés 14 – Girona 13
Looking Ahead
Alavés will aim to build on Boyé’s form while tightening their defence, and Girona will look to use the momentum from their comeback to climb out of the relegation zone. Both clubs must convert draws into wins as the season approaches its climax.
