Sevilla
ValenciaHow did the teams perform?
Sevilla
Valencia
Match Stats
Lineup
Sevilla
28'
90+5' Unsportsmanlike conduct
73' Replaced by D. Sow
71' Replaced by R. Vargas
46' Replaced by A. Sanchez
46' Replaced by L. Agoume
46' Replaced by J. Sanchez
37' Replaced by C. Azpilicueta
Valencia
45+5'
38'
45+5'
89' Replaced by J. Guerra
80' Replaced by A. Almeida
67' Replaced by H. Duro
74'
Foul
67' Replaced by L. Ramazani
26' Replaced by J. Gaya
La Liga Standings - Primera División
| Pos | Team | MP | +/- | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Barcelona | 38 | 95-36 | 59 | 94 |
| 2 |  Real Madrid | 38 | 77-35 | 42 | 86 |
| 3 |  Villarreal | 38 | 72-46 | 26 | 72 |
| 4 |  Atletico Madrid | 38 | 62-44 | 18 | 69 |
| 5 |  Real Betis | 38 | 59-48 | 11 | 60 |
| 6 |  Celta Vigo | 38 | 53-48 | 5 | 54 |
| 7 |  Getafe | 38 | 32-38 | -6 | 51 |
| 8 |  Rayo Vallecano | 38 | 41-44 | -3 | 50 |
| 9 | Valencia | 38 | 46-55 | -9 | 49 |
| 10 |  Real Sociedad | 38 | 59-61 | -2 | 46 |
| 11 |  Espanyol | 38 | 43-55 | -12 | 46 |
| 12 |  Athletic Club | 38 | 43-58 | -15 | 45 |
| 13 | Sevilla | 38 | 46-60 | -14 | 43 |
| 14 |  Alaves | 38 | 44-56 | -12 | 43 |
| 15 |  Elche | 38 | 49-57 | -8 | 43 |
| 16 |  Levante | 38 | 47-61 | -14 | 42 |
| 17 |  Osasuna | 38 | 44-50 | -6 | 42 |
| 18 |  Mallorca | 38 | 47-57 | -10 | 42 |
| 19 |  Girona | 38 | 39-55 | -16 | 41 |
| 20 |  Oviedo | 38 | 26-60 | -34 | 29 |
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion - Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion - Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion - Conference League (Qualification)
- Relegation - LaLiga2
Valencia secured a vital away victory, defeating Sevilla 2-0 with two clinical first-half goals from Hugo Duro and Largie Ramazani.
Valencia stunned Sevilla at the Estadio Ramón Sánchez Pizjuán, securing a crucial 2-0 away victory. Hugo Duro and Largie Ramazani delivered the decisive blows with two clinical first-half goals.
This La Liga encounter saw both teams eager for points to improve their mid-table standings. Sevilla, sitting 15th with 31 points, hoped to reverse their recent form of one win in five. Valencia, just above them in 14th with 32 points, arrived with a more confident two wins from their last five outings.
The first half saw early tactical adjustments. Valencia made a swift change in the 26th minute, as José Gayà left the field for Jesús Vázquez. Sevilla’s Lamine Agoume received the match’s first yellow card just two minutes later.
Sevilla introduced fresh legs in the 37th minute, with César Azpilicueta making way for A. Adams. Moments later, Valencia broke the deadlock. Hugo Duro found the net in the 38th minute, putting the visitors ahead.
As the half drew to a close, Valencia pressed their advantage. Largie Ramazani doubled the lead deep into first-half stoppage time. His goal in the 45+5 minute, assisted by Luis Rioja, sent the visitors into the break with a commanding lead.
Trailing by two goals, Sevilla faced a significant challenge. The home side needed a strong response to turn the tide. Valencia, meanwhile, aimed to consolidate their lead and control the second period.
Sevilla’s coach made immediate changes after the interval, bringing on three substitutes. Batista Mendy, Antonio Sánchez, and Juanlu Sánchez all entered the fray at the start of the second half. Valencia also made substitutions around the 67th minute, replacing goal scorers Ramazani and Duro.
The game continued with a midfield battle. Valencia’s L. Beltran picked up a yellow card for a foul in the 74th minute. Sevilla pushed forward, but Valencia’s defense held firm, limiting their clear chances.
Further substitutions followed as both teams sought to influence the game’s final stages. Valencia introduced André Almeida and Javier Guerra. Despite Sevilla’s sustained pressure, they struggled to pierce the visitor’s resolute backline. A late yellow card for Sevilla’s N. Maupay in the 90+5 minute reflected their growing frustration.
Valencia demonstrated clinical efficiency, scoring two goals from just four shots on target. Their expected goals (xG) stood at 1.81, showing their attacking quality. Sevilla held 59% possession, taking 13 total shots. However, they managed only two shots on target and a low xG of 0.36.
This vital 2-0 victory allowed Valencia to leapfrog Sevilla in the La Liga standings. The result pushes Valencia further from the relegation zone. For Sevilla, it marks another disappointing home defeat, intensifying pressure on their campaign.
