Valencia CF vs Real Madrid CF, La Liga 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Valencia CF vs Real Madrid CF — La Liga at Estadio de Mestalla.
- Valencia CF 38 games · 49 pts (2026/27)
- Real Madrid CF 38 games · 86 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jesus Gil
- Referee Angel Nevado
- Referee Javier Martinez
- Referee Ignacio Iglesias
- Referee Sergio Del Rio Lozano
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Barcelona | 38 | 94 |
| 2 | Real Madrid CF | 38 | 86 |
| 3 | Villarreal CF | 38 | 72 |
| 4 | Club Atletico de Madrid | 38 | 69 |
| 5 | Real Betis Balompie | 38 | 60 |
| 6 | RC Celta de Vigo | 38 | 54 |
| 7 | Getafe CF | 38 | 51 |
| 8 | Rayo Vallecano de Madrid | 38 | 50 |
| 9 | Valencia CF | 38 | 49 |
| 10 | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | 38 | 46 |
| 11 | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona | 38 | 46 |
| 12 | Athletic Club | 38 | 45 |
| 13 | Elche CF | 38 | 43 |
| 14 | Deportivo Alaves | 38 | 43 |
| 15 | Sevilla FC | 38 | 43 |
| 16 | CA Osasuna | 38 | 42 |
| 17 | RCD Mallorca | 38 | 42 |
| 18 | Levante UD | 38 | 42 |
| 19 | Girona FC | 38 | 41 |
| 20 | Real Oviedo | 38 | 29 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Nov | Real Madrid CF | H | 4–1 | W |
| 01 Nov | Getafe CF | H | 2–2 | D |
| 23 Oct | Elche CF | A | 1–2 | L |
| 18 Oct | Villarreal CF | A | 1–2 | L |
| 03 Oct | Real Betis Balompie | H | 0–2 | L |
| 29 Sep | Real Sociedad de Fútbol | A | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Nov | Valencia CF | A | 1–4 | L |
| 03 Nov | FC Internazionale Milano | H | 3–2 | W |
| 31 Oct | SD Huesca | H | 4–1 | W |
| 27 Oct | Borussia Monchengladbach | A | 2–2 | D |
| 24 Oct | FC Barcelona | A | 3–1 | W |
| 21 Oct | FK Shakhtar Donetsk | H | 2–3 | L |
Season Stats
| Valencia CF | Real Madrid CF | |
|---|---|---|
| #9 | Position | #2 |
| 49 | Points | 86 |
| 38 | Played | 38 |
| 13 / 10 / 15 | W / D / L | 27 / 5 / 6 |
| 46 | Scored | 77 |
| 55 | Conceded | 35 |
| -9 | GD | +42 |
| 1.29 | PPG | 2.26 |
| 34% | Win % | 71% |
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 9th (49 pts). Real Madrid CF are 2nd (86 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' It’s Showtime! The match between Valencia CF and Real Madrid CF is underway.
- 5' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 10' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 15' Thibaut Courtois is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Real Madrid CF tonight.
- 20' It looks surprising Real Madrid CF does not make any changes. Hugo Guillamon has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 23' GOAL! Karim Benzema scores on 23. Assisted by Marcelo
- 28' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 30' Magnificent from Yunus Musah! That is 4 goals in 422 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 35' Goal! Carlos Soler scores his 42 goal in 422 matches.
- 40' Rodrygo has been relatively quiet despite scoring 79 goals in his last 284 appearances.
- 41' The referee shows Valencia CF player a Yellow card on 41.
- 43' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Raphael Varane makes it 2-2.
- 48' looks like a favorite considering 0 games won in last 0 matches with its main striker scoring goals.
- 52' Real Madrid CF receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 52.
- 54' Valencia CF is taking the lead after the goal scored by Carlos Soler on 54.
- 59' Valencia CF currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 62' Real Madrid CF receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 62.
- 63' The Spain Carlos Soler breaks the deadlock on 63 minutes. 4-2!
- 64' Real Madrid CF manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Martin Odegaard is hanging Vinicius Junior on the field on 64 minute.
- 69' Valencia CF are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 74' It is a cagey affair so far. Valencia CF in their trying to find a way past Real Madrid CF's compact .
- 76' Toni Kroos has so much to prove this time. He replaces Federico Valverde on 76 minute.
- 77' The supporters are chanting for Toni Lato. He replaces Denis Cheryshev on 77 minute.
- 81' Lee Kangin makes way for Kevin Gameiro at the 81 minute mark. A tactical switch from Valencia CF.
- 83' Real Madrid CF make a change. Isco trudges off to be replaced by Luka Jovic on 83 minutes.
- 84' A meaty challenge results in booking for Hugo Guillamon on 84.
- 86' The referee has no hesitation. Jaume Domenech is booked for Valencia CF — Yellow card on 86.
- 87' Ruben Sobrino gets the nod from Valencia CF. He replaces Maxi Gomez and will look to change the dynamic.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. Valencia CF take all three points.
Lineups
Valencia CF Lineups
Starting XI
-
17
Denis Cheryshev ↓ Toni Lato 77'
- 18
- 1
- 5
- 14
- 8
-
22
Maxi Gomez ↓ Ruben Sobrino 87'
- 19
-
20
Lee Kangin ↓ Kevin Gameiro 81'
- 15
-
30
Yunus Musah ↓ Jason 87'
Bench
- 4
-
11
Ruben Sobrino ↑ 87'
-
9
Kevin Gameiro ↑ 81'
- 7
- 25
-
3
Toni Lato ↑ 77'
-
23
Jason ↑ 87'
- 21
- 37
- 27
Coach
Javi Gracia
Real Madrid CF Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 17
- 12
-
9
Karim Benzema ↓ Mariano Diaz 76'
-
11
Marco Asensio ↓ Rodrygo 64'
-
22
Isco ↓ Luka Jovic 83'
-
15
Federico Valverde ↓ Toni Kroos 76'
- 20
- 4
- 5
- 1
Bench
-
21
Martin Odegaard ↑ 64'
- 23
-
18
Luka Jovic ↑ 83'
- 13
-
8
Toni Kroos ↑ 76'
-
24
Mariano Diaz ↑ 76'
-
25
Rodrygo ↑ 64'
- 26
- 40
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 |
| Ferland Mendy | 1 |
Head to Head
Valencia CF Form
Real Madrid CF Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.56
Valencia CF xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.91
Real Madrid CF xG
I would bet for:
Valencia CF or Real Madrid CF 76% + Both teams to score 67%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Valencia CF win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.47
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 95% |
|
5% |
| ± 1.5 | 86% |
|
14% |
| ± 2.5 | 66% |
|
34% |
| ± 3.5 | 45% |
|
55% |
| ± 4.5 | 27% |
|
73% |
Double Chance
Valencia CF or Draw
61%
Draw or Real Madrid CF
64%
Valencia CF or Real Madrid CF
76%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Valencia CF win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 4–1 not predicted4 – 1Actual
1 – 1
10.2%
1 – 2
8.5%
2 – 1
7%
2 – 2
6.6%
0 – 2
5.7%
1 – 3
5.4%
0 – 1
5.3%
0 – 0
4.5%
1 – 0
4.2%
2 – 3
4.2%
2 – 0
3.9%
3 – 1
3.6%
Asian Handicap — Valencia CF
| Handicap | Valencia CF covers | Push | Real Madrid CF covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| -2 | 6% | 9% | 85% |
| -1.5 | 15% | — | 85% |
| -1 | 15% | 16% | 69% |
| -0.5 | 31% | — | 69% |
| +0.5 | 55% | — | 45% |
| +1 | 55% | 19% | 25% |
| +1.5 | 75% | — | 25% |
| +2 | 75% | 14% | 12% |
| +2.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
Clean Sheet
Valencia CF keeps clean sheet
16%
✓
Real Madrid CF keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

