Poor first-half display sees Valencia fall to third straight loss
Seven points from seven games. Three consecutive defeats. This is not the Valencia we know.
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Lack of spark condemns Valencia to a limp draw against newcomers Huesca
This could be a long season. Fans don’t often see Valencia struggle at the Mestalla, much less against a newly-promoted side, but today’s uninspiring display proved there is much to be done.
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Vicente Esquerdo signs till 2024
Vicente Esquerdo, one of Valencia’s latest academy stars, has signed a contract extension on September 21 that will keep him at the club until 2024.
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Mas hombres menos nombres, Valencia ready to go for the new season
Despite the departure of four key players, Valencia president Anil Murthy believes the team remains strong and competitive in the new season. “Right now, we have a squad that is strong enough to compete,” he told Batzine. This season will be one of new beginnings for Los Che. Although Rodrigo Moreno, Ferran Torres, Francis Coquelin […]
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We cannot keep spending: Anil Murthy
Earlier today Valencia’s President Anil Murthy put out a strongly-worded statement on the club’s website in response to criticisms aimed at the club. Murthy defended the club’s performance over the past six seasons while outlining plans for its player strategy, new stadium and financial management.
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Can aspiring footballers eat pizza? Everything in moderation, says academy nutritionist
Training to be a professional footballer means the body needs to be in tip-top condition. But having a solid gym routine and working hard isn’t always enough. You need a nutritional plan.
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Branding Valencia in Asia through overseas academies
For Valencia, setting up football academies abroad isn’t just about scouting for the next hot talent — it is about getting the Los Che brand out into the world. The idea makes sense.
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VAR and Valencia: A contentious relationship
The introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) system at the 2018 World Cup in Russia was a signal that the footballing world was being ushered into a new era. One where we wouldn’t need to debate the status of Diego Maradona as a god or a cheat for the (in)famous “Hand of God” incident, or have to listen to TV pundits talk about how the Premier League is the best league with the worst referees.
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Javi Gracia: Valencia’s new giant-killing coach brings defensive nous
It’s official: Valencia have a new tactician in the dugout. Former Watford boss Javi Gracia’s arrival has been rubber-stamped after weeks of speculation.
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4 lessons from Valencia’s turbulent season
Two coaches were sacked and two directors of football resigned. A qualification for Champions League knock-out stages for the first time in 6 years and a blossoming of academy players in the first team. Pandemic interrupted football and left Valencia adrift. What can we learn from the turbulent 2019-2020 season?
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