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Spit, Scarf, and Showdown: Valencia Fans Target a Real Madrid Supporter at Mestalla

9 February 2026

Spit, Scarf, and Showdown: Valencia Fans Target a Real Madrid Supporter at Mestalla
Real Madrid secures a 2-0 win at Mestalla amid tense scenes

Incident at Mestalla

Valencia fans clashed with a Real Madrid supporter during Sunday’s match, which Madrid won 2-0 in La Liga on matchday 23.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Movistar+ cameras captured a Madrid supporter wearing a Real Madrid scarf being provoked by several Valencia fans.

The Madrid supporter waved his scarf, it was torn from him, and he retrieved it later.

Escalation and Standings

As the Madrid fan headed toward the inner corridor to leave Mestalla, trying to de-escalate the situation, he was spat on by a man in the same area as he passed.

With this win, Real Madrid rose to 57 points in second place in La Liga, while Valencia remained on 23 points in 17th.

If drama paid rent, Mestalla would own the city.

Save the theatrics for the stage—the pitch is for goals, not stand-up.

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Michael Whooosh

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happened during Valencia vs Real Madrid match?

Valencia fans attacked a Real Madrid supporter, tore and later recovered his scarf, and a man spat on him as he exited the stadium.

What was the result and impact on the standings?

Real Madrid won 2-0, moving to 57 points in second place, while Valencia had 23 points in 17th.

Which sources reported the incident?

Mundo Deportivo reported the incident, with footage from Movistar+.