The League
4:30 p.mApril 25, 2026
Regular season – 32
Mestalla Stadium
Referee: A. Ruiz
Valencia
Girona
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1.23
Expected Goals (xG)
1.10
Passing by
241 (79%)
Accurate passes
477 (86%)
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13
G
Paulo Gazzaniga
7.2
d
Alex Moreno
41′
17
d
Daley Blind
6.5
12
d
Victor Reis
6.7
4
d
Arnau Martinez (C)
6.3
20
M
Axel Witsel
7.2
23
M
Ivan Martin
6.3
18
M
Azzedine Ounahi
6.6
11
M
Tomás Lemar
7.2
15
M
Victor Tsygankov
6.2
14
F
Claudio Echeverri
6.7
The League Standings – First Division
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion – Conference League (ranking)
- Relegation – LaLiga2
Valencia secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Girona at the Mestalla Stadium, with Largie Ramazani and Umar Sadiq securing victory despite a spirited second-half comeback from the visitors.
Valencia entered the competition in 14th place in the League with 36 points in 32 games. Girona was in 13th position with 38 points, just two points ahead. Both teams needed a positive result to distance themselves from the relegation battle. The home side arrived in a poor state of form, having won just one of their last five games.
The first part developed with tension in Mestalla. Valencia controlled possession but created limited clear-cut chances. Girona defended compactly and tried to strike on the counterattack. Renzo Saravia received a yellow card in the 38th minute for a reckless tackle. Moments later, Alejandro Moreno picked up a booking for the visitors as the tension mounted.
The opening goal came early in the second half. Ramazani broke the deadlock in the 50th minute, firing past Paulo Gazzaniga to spark celebration from the home crowd. Valencia’s pressure continued to grow as they looked for a second goal.
Sadiq doubled Valencia’s lead just nine minutes later. The striker finished clinically in the 59th minute to put the hosts in a commanding position. However, Girona refused to give up. Joel Roca pulled one back in the 63rd minute, reviving their hopes of a comeback.
From that moment on, Girona dominated possession and territory. The visitors controlled 64% of the ball and blasted Valencia’s goal with attempts. However, the Valencian defense held firm despite the intense pressure. The expected goals from the locals of 1.23 were decisive against Girona’s 1.1 xG.
Valencia only managed three shots on goal, but they made them count. Girona created more chances with 3 shots on goal in 4 total attempts, but Ramazani’s first goal proved the difference. The hosts completed 306 passes with 79% accuracy, while Girona strung together 552 passes with 86% accuracy.
Both teams received yellow cards at the end of the match. Cristian Stuani was booked in the 90+3 minute, while Gonzalo RodrÃguez saw a yellow in the 90+9 minute as the game became increasingly contentious.
This victory takes Valencia to 39 points with a game in hand against Girona. The three points give breathing room in their fight for safety. Girona, meanwhile, remain on 38 points, but face increasing pressure as the season enters its final stretch.
Valencia’s defensive resilience was crucial. Despite Girona’s collapse in the second half, the home team has weathered the storm effectively. Gazzaniga made one save while the Valencia goalkeeper made two crucial saves.
The result has major implications for both clubs’ survival hopes. Valencia are now one point behind Girona with momentum on their side. Girona must respond quickly to avoid being dragged into relegation. Both sides face critical games ahead as the campaign draws to a close.
