Deportivo Alavés don already secure dem safety for LaLiga, but the last match against Rayo Vallecano no be just for show. Millions of euros dey at stake depending on where dem finish for the table.
If Alavés finish around 10th position, dem go collect about 8.8 million euros from television money. But if dem drop near 17th, that money go fall to just over 3 million euros. The difference na almost 6 million euros.
LaLiga share audiovisual money based on final position. The higher you finish, the more you get. For small clubs like Alavés, this difference matter a lot.
Before the last match, Alavés dey for 11th place with 48 points. To reach 10th, dem need to beat Rayo Vallecano and pray for other results to go dem way. Specifically, dem need Villarreal, Sevilla, and Real Sociedad to drop points. Also, goal average fit play part if teams tie.
If Alavés lose against Rayo, teams like Levante and Osasuna wey dey behind fit overtake dem. Even a draw fit cause dem to drop positions depending on other results.
Between 10th and 17th, the difference na about 5.5 million euros. That money go affect future signings, renewals, and salary budget. E go even give dem peace of mind for planning next season.
Moreover, this money no just come once. The distribution based on sporting results spread over several seasons. So finishing higher now go bring income for years to come.
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