Barcelona vs Alavés: Kickoff Time, TV Channels & How to Watch
Barcelona need a response, and they get a chance to give it on Saturday, October 31, when Barcelona vs Alavés kicks off at Spotify Camp Nou. Hansi Flick's league leaders arrive after back-to-back losses, first at Paris Saint-Germain and then to Real Madrid in El Clásico, so this LaLiga Matchday 11 game carries more weight than the table suggests.
Barcelona host Alavés at Spotify Camp Nou in LaLiga Matchday 11.
Game Information & How to Watch
The match kicks off at 9:00 p.m. local time in Barcelona, which is 4:00 p.m. Eastern and 1:00 p.m. Pacific for U.S. viewers. Spain's clocks have already gone back, while the U.S. changes the next morning, so the gap is five hours on this one day.
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Kickoff: 9:00 p.m. CET (4:00 p.m. ET / 1:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. in Brasília)
Venue: Spotify Camp Nou, Barcelona, Spain
Competition: LaLiga, Matchday 11 of the 2026-27 season
United States: ESPN Deportes on TV, with streaming listed on ESPN+, the ESPN app, and Fubo
Spain: Movistar Plus+ (M+ LaLiga) and LaLiga TV Bar
Brazil: Disney+ and Prime Video
Broadcast rights are sold country by country, so the channel you get depends on where you live. Check the official LaLiga website for the current list of rights holders in your region before kickoff.
Team Stats & Players to Watch
Barcelona won their first ten league games of the season and sat on 27 points before kickoff, with an attack that has scored 40 goals in ten matches. Raphinha leads the way with 13, and Lamine Yamal has added eight. The loss in El Clásico also ended a 23-game home winning run, so Barcelona vs Alavés is as much about confidence as it is about the three points.
Flick has defensive questions to answer. Barcelona's own preview points to a thin group of centre-backs, with Pau Cubarsí and Gerard Martín the two natural options and full-back Brian Fariñas mentioned as a possible cover. In midfield, Fermín López, Rodri, and Pedri are expected to start again even with Frenkie de Jong back in training.
Alavés are seventh on 12 points but have gone six league games without a win, with four losses and two draws, and they haven't won away from home this season. Lucas Boyé has five league goals and is their main threat. They also have a recent memory to lean on: they won 1-0 at Mendizorrotza in May, although Barcelona had already clinched the title by then. At Camp Nou, Barcelona haven't lost to them since 2016.
Key Takeaways
- Kickoff: 9:00 p.m. CET on Saturday, October 31, which is 4:00 p.m. ET in the United States.
- U.S. viewing: ESPN Deportes is the TV channel, with streaming listed on ESPN+, the ESPN app, and Fubo.
- Barcelona's form: They lead LaLiga on 27 points but have lost to Paris Saint-Germain and Real Madrid in consecutive games.
- Alavés' form: Winless in six league games and without an away win this season.
- Players to watch: Raphinha (13 goals) and Lamine Yamal (8) for Barcelona, Lucas Boyé (5) for Alavés.
- What's next: Barcelona then host Aston Villa in the Champions League and visit Atlético Madrid in LaLiga on November 8.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this match blacked out in the United States?
LaLiga matches on ESPN's platforms have not generally carried local blackouts in the U.S., but rights are sold country by country. A stream that works at home may not work abroad, so check the listing for the country you are in.
Can I watch Barcelona vs Alavés with a free trial?
ESPN+ is a paid service. Fubo has offered limited free trials to new subscribers in the past, but offers change, so confirm on Fubo's site before kickoff rather than counting on one.
What do I need to stream the match on my TV?
A smart TV, streaming stick, game console, or a phone or tablet with the ESPN or Fubo app installed will work, along with a stable internet connection. ESPN Deportes on TV requires a cable package or a streaming service that carries the channel.
Is there a local-language broadcast?
Yes. In the U.S. the main TV broadcast is in Spanish on ESPN Deportes, while Spain's coverage is in Spanish on Movistar Plus+, and Brazil's is in Portuguese on Disney+ and Prime Video. English-language commentary depends on the platform, so check the audio options in the app.
With a league lead to protect and a bruising week behind them, Barcelona vs Alavés is a good test of how quickly Flick's side can recover. Check your local listing, set an alarm for the 4:00 p.m. ET start, and keep the official LaLiga schedule handy in case your region's broadcaster changes.
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