Five facts about Valencia CF - Villarreal CF | OneFootball

Valencia CF will face Villarreal CF next Saturday, October 25, at 9:00 p.m. at Mestalla. It will be the 81st match between both teams, and our side will be looking to get back to winning ways in the domestic competition. Check out some facts about this match below:

Last meeting

Valencia CF drew 1–1 in the most recent match between the two teams, played at the Estadio de la Cerámica. The same result as in the match played at Mestalla in the first half of the 24/25 season.

Historically, at the Valencian venue, Valencia CF have won 60% of the matches, drawn 20%, and lost 20%.

Tributes before the start of the match

Mestalla will pay tribute to those affected by the flash floods on its first anniversary. The stadium will become a space of remembrance and recognition for those who suffered its consequences and for all who took part in the recovery.

Among the different actions that will take place, the highlights include: a string sextet performing a few chords of the Anthem of the Valencian Community, Valencia CF wearing the third (Senyera) jersey, our captain wearing a special armband, and both teams walking out onto the pitch accompanied by 22 boys and girls wearing the same kit, belonging to the schools of the Escoles VCF project.

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On the Valencia CF side: Agirrezabala (56 pts), Luis Rioja (53 pts), Danjuma (49 pts), Javi Guerra (44 pts), and Tárrega (39 pts).

On the Villarreal CF side: Pépé (62 pts), Buchanan (60 pts), Gueye (59 pts), Rafa Marín (52 pts), and Luiz Junior (50 pts).

Other historical facts

Many players have represented both clubs, including Carlos Arroyo, Angulo, Albelda, Albiol, and Parejo, among many others. The all-time top scorer is Juan Sánchez, with 7 goals; Rossi, meanwhile, has 6 goals. David Albelda is the player with the most appearances (26) against Villarreal CF.