Mubarak Wakaso's Deportivo Alaves begin La Liga season with defeat at Barcelona

Manager Abelardo set up his team to sit deep and defend with Wakaso part of a four-man midfield. He lasted the entire duration of the game, giving a positive account of himself.

However, his compatriot Patrick Twumasi,  a summer signing from Astana, failed to make his debut as he was left on the bench.