Deportivo Alavés opened their LaLiga 26/27 campaign with a sharp 3-0 home win over Getafe, and Mariano Díaz made his minutes count. The forward logged 33 minutes at Estadio de Mendizorroza and put up a clean 1 goal, 2 assists line. He did it with just 18 touches and 7 attempted passes, showing how valuable each action can be. On Sofascore, he earned a Sofascore Rating of 9.2 for the performance. For a match that also saw Getafe finish with a red card, his output stood out.

This was a tidy display of high-impact attacking. He produced 2 key passes, created 1 big chance, and completed his only cross. The final ball mattered more than volume, and Alavés reaped the benefits. Fans on Sofascore could follow it all in real time with event stats. It was the definition of efficient finishing and service in LaLiga.

Instant impact against Getafe

Alavés closed out a statement 3-0 win in Vitoria-Gasteiz, and Mariano’s contribution came at full speed. He managed 1 goal and 2 assists in limited time, turning a solid team display into a commanding result. His 18 touches underlined how decisive he was in the final third. Even with only 7 passes and 3 finding a teammate, he made those moments count. The Sofascore Rating of 9.2 captured that influence.

This game was Round 1 of LaLiga 26/27, and the tone was set early in the second half. Getafe finished with 10 men, which opened space for Alavés to keep pushing. Mariano’s timely involvement turned pressure into product. He also picked up a yellow card, but nothing else slowed him down. For a first outing of the season, that is a headline cameo.

Shooting profile and the goal

Mariano fired 3 shots, with 2 on target and 1 blocked. His goal came from outside the box and with his right foot. He also took 1 shot from a set piece, though it was not a direct free-kick goal. The finishing was clinical enough to deliver a 33.33% conversion rate. It was purposeful, not speculative.

Under the hood, his xG sat at 0.19 while his xGOT reached 0.83. That gap points to strong shot placement rather than sheer shot volume. He split his attempts as 2 from distance and 1 inside the box. The on-target work told the story more than the raw count. When he pulled the trigger, the efforts tested the keeper.

Creative spark and passing

Two assists in 33 minutes says plenty about his vision and timing. He supplied 2 key passes and created 1 big chance, which fit the eye test of a striker linking play smartly. His expected assists came in at 0.24, showing solid underlying value. He tried 7 passes and completed 3 for a 42.9% rate, but the key actions delivered. High-impact moments outweighed pass volume.

In the opposition half he attempted 6 passes, with 3 accurate. He also connected with his only cross, going 1 out of 1. One chipped pass did not come off, yet the intent to find advanced runners was clear. One accurate pass in the final third mattered at the right time. It was simple service, placed well, and decisive.

Movement, duels and ball carrying

There was real purpose to his running with and without the ball. He recorded 6 ball carries for 91 meters, including 57 meters of progressive distance. His best carry advanced play by 32.8 meters, which helped turn midfield breaks into pressure. That directness suits Alavés when they transition quickly.

He won 3 of 5 duels overall for a 60% success rate. On the ground he finished with 2 wins and added a perfect 1 out of 1 in the air. He was flagged offside twice, which speaks to a forward living on the shoulder. He was dispossessed once and lost possession 6 times, standard risk for a striker chasing the box. The trade-off was worthwhile for the payoff.

There was also defensive effort. Mariano made 3 ball recoveries in his 33 minutes. He threw in 1 outfielder block and 1 clearance as Alavés managed the game state. No fouls committed and no fouls drawn kept the focus on clean contributions. It was a rounded cameo with the right balance of threat and work.

What the numbers say after Round 1

With one appearance on the board, his season line reads 1 goal, 2 assists, and a Sofascore Rating of 9.2. He has 3 shots, 2 on target, and a goal from outside the box. The service totals show 2 key passes and a 1 out of 1 cross. He sits at 0.19 xG and 0.24 xA after 33 minutes.

His duel game is in a healthy place at 60% won, with aerials 1 out of 1. He also picked up a yellow card, which is something to monitor. Team of the Week appearances stand at 0, which is normal at this early stage. For context, Sofascore lists his proposed market value at €285k. It is a small sample, but the impact is big.

Looking ahead, fans can track Mariano’s form on Sofascore throughout LaLiga. The platform’s live ratings, shot maps and passing data add clarity to performances like this. If he keeps pairing sharp movement with end product, more high Ratings will follow. For now, Alavés will enjoy a win built on clinical touches.