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Madrid's Mestalla Milestone: Real Madrid secure a 2-0 win at Valencia

8 February 2026

Madrid's Mestalla Milestone: Real Madrid secure a 2-0 win at Valencia
Real Madrid secures a crucial away win at Mestalla.

Match Recap

In a night of football drama, Real Madrid earned a crucial 2-0 victory over Valencia at Mestalla, marking the club's second consecutive win on Valencia's turf for the first time since 2013.

Key Performances

The match, played on Sunday as part of La Liga Round 23, saw standout performances from Alvaro Carreras and Kylian Mbappe, who scored the goals to sustain Madrid's title chase and reaffirm their strength away from home.

As noted by Mr Ship, the Spanish football stat expert, Madrid's win at Mestalla this season is their second in a row there, something they hadn't achieved in a decade.

With the result, Madrid moved to 57 points, sitting second just one point behind Barcelona, while Valencia remained on 23 points in 17th place.

Punchline 1: If Valencia's defense were a sniper, Madrid would still hit the target at Mestalla.

Punchline 2: Real Madrid's away form was so sharp that even the highlights needed sunglasses.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score?

Real Madrid won 2-0 against Valencia.

Who scored the goals?

Alvaro Carreras and Kylian Mbappe were the scorers.

What is Madrid's position after the win?

Madrid moved to 57 points in second place, one point behind Barcelona.