A hard-fought draw at Mestalla saw both teams share the spoils in a game of two halves. RCD Mallorca took an early lead, but Valencia’s second-half resurgence ensured the points were split.
Match Timeline
| Time | Event | Player | Score |
| 23' | Goal | SamĂş Costa (Mallorca) | 0 - 1 |
| 52' | Goal | Hugo Duro (Valencia) | 1 - 1 |
Key Moments
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The Opener: Mallorca stunned the home crowd midway through the first half when SamĂş Costa found the net with a clinical finish after a header from Antonio RaĂllo.
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The Response: Valencia came out with renewed energy in the second half. Hugo Duro leveled the score in the 52nd minute, heading home a precise cross from Thierry Correia.
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The Post: Valencia nearly took the lead shortly after when captain José Gayà saw his header strike the woodwork.
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The Defensive Stand: Despite Valencia's heavy pressure and late substitutions including Diego López and Javi Guerra, Mallorca’s defense, led by Leo Román, remained solid to secure the away point.
Match Stats
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Possession: Valencia 71% - 29% Mallorca
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Total Shots: Valencia 17 - 4 Mallorca
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Shots on Target: Valencia 2 - 2 Mallorca
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Attendance: 41,179 at the Mestalla
"These draws at home feel like missed opportunities. We had the chances to win, but we must be more clinical in the final third."
— Thierry Correia after the match
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