Valencia CF vs Real Madrid CF, La Liga 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Valencia CF vs Real Madrid CF — La Liga at Estadio de Mestalla.
- Valencia CF 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Real Madrid CF 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Santiago Jaime
- Referee Jorge Bueno
- Referee Fernando Tresaco Escabosa
- Referee Pablo Gonzalez
- Referee Jose Martinez
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RCD Mallorca | 38 | 42 |
| 2 | Girona FC | 38 | 41 |
| 3 | Real Oviedo | 38 | 29 |
| 4 | Deportivo Alavés | 1 | 3 |
| 5 | Sevilla FC | 1 | 3 |
| 6 | RC Deportivo La Coruña | 0 | 0 |
| 7 | Málaga CF | 0 | 0 |
| 8 | Real Racing Club de Santander | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | FC Barcelona | 0 | 0 |
| 10 | Real Madrid CF | 0 | 0 |
| 11 | Villarreal CF | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | Club Atlético de Madrid | 0 | 0 |
| 13 | Real Betis Balompié | 0 | 0 |
| 14 | RC Celta de Vigo | 0 | 0 |
| 15 | Valencia CF | 0 | 0 |
| 16 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 0 | 0 |
| 17 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 0 | 0 |
| 18 | Athletic Club | 0 | 0 |
| 19 | Elche CF | 0 | 0 |
| 20 | Levante UD | 0 | 0 |
| 21 | CA Osasuna | 0 | 0 |
| 22 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 1 | 0 |
| 23 | Getafe CF | 1 | 0 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Apr | Real Madrid CF | H | 2–1 | W |
| 31 Mar | Sevilla FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 17 Mar | Getafe CF | H | 0–0 | D |
| 14 Mar | FK Krasnodar | A | 1–1 | D |
| 10 Mar | Girona FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 07 Mar | FK Krasnodar | H | 2–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Apr | Valencia CF | A | 1–2 | L |
| 31 Mar | SD Huesca | H | 3–2 | W |
| 16 Mar | RC Celta de Vigo | H | 2–0 | W |
| 10 Mar | Real Valladolid CF | A | 4–1 | W |
| 05 Mar | AFC Ajax | H | 1–4 | L |
| 02 Mar | FC Barcelona | H | 0–1 | L |
Season Stats
| Valencia CF | Real Madrid CF | |
|---|---|---|
| #15 | Position | #10 |
| 0 | Points | 0 |
| 0 | Played | 0 |
| 0 / 0 / 0 | W / D / L | 0 / 0 / 0 |
| 0 | Scored | 0 |
| 0 | Conceded | 0 |
| +0 | GD | +0 |
| – | PPG | – |
| – | Win % | – |
Key Stats
56%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (18 games)
H2H (18 games)
61%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Valencia CF are 15th (0 pts). Real Madrid CF are 10th (0 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' In just a few seconds Estadio de Mestalla will turn into a battlefield for Valencia CF and Real Madrid CF.
- 5' That looks like a foul for a Yellow card for Daniel Wass.
- 10' Alvaro Odriozola has been relatively quiet despite scoring 3 goals in his last 545 appearances.
- 15' Goncalo Guedes has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 18 cards already picked up this season.
- 20' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 25' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 30' Valencia CF is showing some good football. However, Valencia CF are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 35' What a moment for Goncalo Guedes! That strike on 35 puts his side firmly in control.
- 40' It looks like no one’s ball. Valencia CF is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 45' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 50' Both keepers have barely been tested. Valencia CF and Real Madrid CF are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 55' The home supporters are growing impatient. Valencia CF must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 60' Real Madrid CF seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 64' Alvaro Odriozola has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 64.
- 64' Real Madrid CF manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Gareth Bale is hanging Marco Asensio on the field on 64 minute.
- 65' A moment of madness from Dani Parejo on 65 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Valencia CF will be frustrated.
- 70' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Valencia CF and Real Madrid CF are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 73' Valencia CF ring the changes. Goncalo Guedes has done his job and it is now time for Denis Cheryshev to step up.
- 76' Controversy at the stadium! Marcelo argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 78' The supporters are chanting for Mariano Diaz. He replaces Lucas Vazquez on 78 minute.
- 80' Ferran Torres gets the nod from Valencia CF. He replaces Carlos Soler and will look to change the dynamic.
- 83' The Argentina Ezequiel Garay breaks the deadlock on 83 minutes. 2-0!
- 85' The Valencia CF bench stirs into life. Kevin Gameiro is withdrawn and Santi Mina gets his opportunity.
- 90' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Karim Benzema makes it 2-1.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. Valencia CF take all three points.
Lineups
Valencia CF Lineups
Starting XI
-
9
Kevin Gameiro ↓ Santi Mina 85'
- 10
- 19
- 13
- 7
- 12
- 18
- 24
- 14
-
8
Carlos Soler ↓ Ferran Torres 80'
- 6
Bench
-
11
Denis Cheryshev ↑ 73'
- 1
- 15
-
22
Santi Mina ↑ 85'
-
20
Ferran Torres ↑ 80'
- 4
- 16
Coach
Marcelino
Real Madrid CF Lineups
Starting XI
- 19
- 10
-
17
Lucas Vazquez ↓ Mariano Diaz 78'
-
8
Toni Kroos ↓ Isco 64'
- 12
- 9
- 1
-
20
Marco Asensio ↓ Gareth Bale 64'
- 4
- 14
- 5
Bench
- 3
-
22
Isco ↑ 64'
- 24
- 30
-
11
Gareth Bale ↑ 64'
-
7
Mariano Diaz ↑ 78'
- 23
Coach
Zinedine Zidane
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Vinicius Junior | 10 |
| Karim Benzema | 9 |
| Hugo Duro | 5 |
| Carlos Soler | 4 |
| Goncalo Guedes | 3 |
| Marco Asensio | 2 |
| Rodrygo | 2 |
| Antonio Rudiger | 1 |
Head to Head
Valencia CF Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
0 / 4
0.62
Valencia CF xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.8
Real Madrid CF xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 82% + Under — clean sheet likely 73%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Valencia CF win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 1.42
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 73% |
|
27% |
| ± 1.5 | 42% |
|
58% |
| ± 2.5 | 18% |
|
82% |
| ± 3.5 | 6% |
|
94% |
| ± 4.5 | 2% |
|
98% |
Double Chance
Valencia CF or Draw
69%
Draw or Real Madrid CF
67%
Valencia CF or Real Madrid CF
64%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Valencia CF win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
0 – 0
26.8%
0 – 1
17.7%
1 – 0
13.3%
1 – 1
13%
0 – 2
7.2%
1 – 2
4.9%
2 – 0
4.2%
2 – 1
Actual
0 – 3
1.9%
2 – 2
1.7%
1 – 3
1.4%
3 – 0
0.9%
Asian Handicap — Valencia CF
| Handicap | Valencia CF covers | Push | Real Madrid CF covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 1% | — | 99% |
| -2 | 1% | 5% | 94% |
| -1.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| -1 | 6% | 17% | 76% |
| -0.5 | 24% | — | 76% |
| +0.5 | 65% | — | 35% |
| +1 | 65% | 23% | 11% |
| +1.5 | 89% | — | 11% |
| +2 | 89% | 9% | 3% |
| +2.5 | 97% | — | 3% |
Clean Sheet
Valencia CF keeps clean sheet
45%
✓
Real Madrid CF keeps clean sheet
54%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.