Deportivo Alavés claimed a crucial 3-1 victory over Elche CF in La Liga, propelling them further away from the relegation zone. A 45th-minute strike from Roberto López and a quick-fire second-half brace from Josu Areso secured the win for the hosts. This much-needed triumph for Alavés lifts them to 14th in the standings, dealing a significant blow to Elche's survival hopes.