Valencia vs Real Madrid: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Valencia prepare to host Real Madrid on February 8, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this SPAIN: La Liga fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Valencia, currently 16th in the standings with 23 points from 22 games, trail the leaders by 35 points. They've earned 17 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 9 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 7 goals. The attack has been led by Hugo Duro, the leading goalscorer this season with 6 goals, while also providing key assists. Crucial contributions in the final third have come from players like Diego Lopez Noguerol, Arnaut Danjuma, Pepelu, who have delivered important goals and assists.

Real Madrid, sitting 2nd with 54 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 24 points from 11 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 5 wins in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 13 goals scored. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances. The offensive threat is spearheaded by Kylian Mbappe, who leads the scoring with 19 goals. Support has come from Vinicius Junior, Jude Bellingham, Gonzalo Garcia, who have chipped in with decisive contributions in attack.

Recent meetings between Valencia and Real Madrid have favored Real Madrid, with Real Madrid claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-4). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Betis, Valencia recorded a 1-2 defeat while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Dimitrievski, Gaya, Copete, Comert, Foulquier, Danjuma, Pepelu, Ugrinic, Rioja, Duro, Beltran. The formation provided flexibility in midfield, allowing for effective rotation and positional play.

Real Madrid's last outing came against Rayo Vallecano, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Courtois, Camavinga, Huijsen, Asencio, Valverde, Bellingham, Tchouameni, Guler, Mastantuono, Vinicius Junior, Mbappe. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Valencia are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Valencia and Real Madrid are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Valencia's fixtures have averaged 2.8 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Real Madrid's games average 4.1 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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