Valencia returns to winning ways in La Liga

Only goal

Valencia owes its victory, which raised their points tally to 13 and temporarily lifted them three points clear of the relegation zone, to substitute Hugo Duro, who scored the only goal in the 79th minute.

First victory in 7 matches

The "Bats" had not tasted victory in their previous seven league matches, losing four and drawing three, in addition to winning one Copa del Rey match.

Their last league win before Friday's match was on September 20th, when they defeated Athletic Bilbao 2-0.