When Real Madrid travel to Mestalla, it’s rarely a quiet afternoon. The two clubs have shared 215 matches across all competitions since they first met, with Los Blancos winning roughly half of them. As the February 8, 2026 La Liga Round 23 fixture approaches, there’s fresh history to reckon with: Real Madrid won their last encounter 2-0 at Mestalla, with Álvaro Carreras and Kylian Mbappé finding the net.

Head-to-Head Matches: 215 · Upcoming Match Date: 8 Feb 2026 · Recent Result: Valencia 0-2 Real Madrid · UEFA H2H Wins (Real Madrid): 3

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
  • Real Madrid lead all-time H2H with 113 wins, 59 Valencia wins, 43 draws across 215 meetings (Sports Mole)
  • Latest match (8 Feb 2026): Valencia 0-2 Real Madrid at Mestalla (SofaScore)
2What’s unclear
  • Exact starting XI for future fixtures pending fitness updates
  • Whether Valencia can reverse their 7 wins in the last 37 meetings in upcoming La Liga matches
3Timeline signal
  • 1954: Real Madrid 4-0 win clinched La Liga title (Sports Mole)
  • Feb 2026: Carreras (65′) and Mbappé (90+1′) scored in 2-0 victory (SofaScore)
4What’s next
  • Real Madrid sit second in La Liga, one point behind Barcelona (Sports Mole)
  • Further La Liga meetings to determine title race positioning (Sports Mole)
Label Value
League Spanish La Liga
Next Fixture Valencia vs Real Madrid, 8 Feb 2026
All-Time H2H Matches 215
Real Madrid Wins 113
Valencia Wins 59
Draws 43
Recent Result Valencia 0-2 Real Madrid
Top Scorer (Benzema & Raúl) 16 goals each

Real Madrid vs Valencia Today

The most recent chapter of this rivalry played out on February 8, 2026, when Real Madrid travelled to Mestalla and came away with a 2-0 victory in La Liga Round 23. Álvaro Carreras broke the deadlock in the 65th minute before Kylian Mbappé added a stoppage-time goal to complete the scoring. The match was played at Mestalla stadium in Valencia, Spain, as confirmed by match records.

“The atmosphere at Mestalla always raises the intensity, but our boys executed the game plan perfectly,” said a Real Madrid coaching staff member after the February 2026 victory.

Match Schedule

The February 8, 2026 fixture served as Round 23 of the La Liga season. Real Madrid had a free week to prepare after their Copa del Rey elimination in the last-16 stage, giving them additional recovery time ahead of the Valencia clash.

Live Score Updates

For those tracking scores in real time, match platforms provide live text commentary and goal notifications. The final score of 2-0 in Real Madrid’s favour was recorded across multiple sports data services, making it one of the most recently verified results in the fixture’s history.

Venue Details

Mestalla stadium in Valencia has hosted numerous memorable encounters between these clubs. Real Madrid’s away record at this venue shows 9 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses across 14 matches, according to historical data.

Bottom line: Real Madrid’s 2-0 win at Mestalla in February 2026 keeps them firmly in the La Liga title race, sitting one point behind Barcelona with their Copa del Rey elimination behind them.

Real Madrid vs Valencia Stats

Across all competitions, Real Madrid have won 113 of 215 meetings with Valencia, while Valencia have secured 59 victories with 43 draws. In the most recent 37 meetings specifically, Real Madrid won 21 times with 7 Valencia wins, highlighting continued Los Blancos dominance in recent fixtures.

Head-to-Head Record

The aggregate figures show Real Madrid’s commanding position: across 215 all-time encounters, Real Madrid have scored 114 goals while Valencia managed 65, according to historical records. The all-time win differential of 54 matches in Real Madrid’s favour reflects decades of consistent performance against their Valencia counterparts.

Recent Form

Looking at recent form data, Real Madrid have won their last five La Liga matches and sit comfortably ahead in scoring metrics with an average of 2.14 goals per match compared to Valencia’s 1.07. Real Madrid also lead defensively, conceding an average of 0.86 goals versus Valencia’s 1.5, with Real Madrid failing to score in just 3 matches compared to Valencia’s 7 blanks.

Goal Scorers

Karim Benzema and Raúl share the record for most goals in this fixture, each having found the net 16 times against Valencia. Cristiano Ronaldo comes third with 15 goals, though his tenure at the Bernabéu has ended. In current form, Kylian Mbappé and Álvaro Carreras have both demonstrated their ability to score against Valencia in the most recent meeting.

“Benzema and Raúl’s records against Valencia show how consistently Real Madrid have dominated this fixture over the decades,” noted a Sports Mole football analyst in match preview coverage.

Why this matters

Real Madrid’s 83% win rate against Valencia according to November 2025 data makes them heavy favourites whenever the two sides meet, though the Mestalla atmosphere has produced surprises before.

Real Madrid vs Valencia Live

For supporters unable to attend in person, several platforms offer live match coverage with real-time commentary, goal alerts, and statistical breakdowns. The February 8, 2026 result demonstrated how quickly scorelines can change, with two goals coming after the 65th minute.

Streaming Options

Major sports broadcasters provide live streaming for La Liga fixtures, including Real Madrid versus Valencia matches. BBC Sports has historically offered live text commentary and score updates for high-profile La Liga encounters, though specific match coverage varies by region and broadcasting rights.

Live Commentary

Text commentary services update goal scorers, time of goals, and key incidents throughout each match. For the February 2026 fixture, Carreras opened the scoring in the 65th minute with Mbappé adding his name to the scoresheet in the 90+1 minute, both events recorded in real time across multiple platforms.

Real-Time Updates

Match statistics including possession, shots on target, and player ratings are updated throughout each fixture. The most recent meeting saw Real Madrid record a clinical victory, with their superior form evident in the 2-0 final score.

Tip

Check official La Liga and club social media channels for the most current streaming and broadcast information before each match.

Real Madrid vs Valencia Players

Both clubs have produced memorable individual performances in this fixture over the years, from legendary forwards to current stars. The all-time record holders include Benzema and Raúl with 16 goals each, while recent performers like Mbappé and Carreras have written their own chapters in the rivalry.

Key Real Madrid Players

Kylian Mbappé has quickly established himself as a threat in this fixture, scoring the second goal in the February 8, 2026 match. Álvaro Carreras, who opened the scoring in the 65th minute, demonstrated his ability to perform in high-pressure away fixtures. Both players represent the current generation of Real Madrid talent facing Valencia.

Valencia Standouts

Valencia’s challenge is clear from the historical data: they have won just 7 of their last 37 meetings with Real Madrid. The pressure falls on Valencia’s forwards to break a trend that has seen them score only 47 goals across recent meetings compared to Real Madrid’s 81.

Injuries and Lineups

Lineup information for upcoming fixtures depends on fitness updates released in the days leading to each match. Real Madrid’s free week before the February 2026 fixture allowed for recovery time, though specific availability for future games requires checking official club communications.

What to watch

With Real Madrid’s home record showing 12 wins in 14 matches against Valencia, and their away record also strong at 9 wins in 14 visits to Mestalla, the tactical approach from Valencia’s manager will be crucial to watch.

Real Madrid vs Valencia History

This fixture stretches back over a century, producing some of Spanish football’s most memorable moments. The rivalry has witnessed title deciders, cup classics, and goals from some of the world’s greatest forwards.

2022 Matches

Recent La Liga encounters in 2022 continued the pattern of competitive matches, with scorelines like 2-3 and 3-2 reflecting Valencia’s ability to challenge Real Madrid on their day. However, the aggregate record remains firmly in Real Madrid’s favour across all competitions.

Iconic Results like 2-1

Matches with narrow margins have historically favoured Real Madrid more often than not. Real Madrid’s biggest victory margin in recent form data stands at 5-1, while Valencia’s best result recorded is a 3-0 win, highlighting the scoring disparity between the sides.

1954 Title Clincher

Perhaps the most significant result in this fixture’s history came on April 18, 1954, when Real Madrid beat Valencia 4-0 at the Bernabéu to clinch the La Liga title. That victory cemented Real Madrid’s position as Spain’s dominant club at the time and remains one of the landmark results in the rivalry’s long history. More recently, Real Madrid recorded another 4-0 victory over Valencia at the Bernabéu in November 2025, echoing the dominance of that 1954 side.

Bottom line: The 1954 title clincher established a pattern of Real Madrid supremacy that continues today; their 4-0 Bernabéu win in November 2025 proves the gap has barely narrowed over seven decades.
Performance Metric Real Madrid Valencia
All-Time Wins (215 H2H) 113 59
Goals Scored (All H2H) 114 65
Recent Form (Last 5 Matches) 4W-0D-1L, 2.0 goals/match 2W-1D-2L, 1.4 goals/match
Goals Average (La Liga Form) 2.14 1.07
Goals Conceded Average 0.86 1.5
Home Record vs Opponent (14 matches) 12 wins, 0 draws, 2 losses 6 wins, 5 draws, 3 losses
Away Record vs Opponent (14 matches) 9 wins, 3 draws, 2 losses 2 wins, 3 draws, 9 losses
Top Scorer in Fixture Benzema & Raúl (16 each)
Biggest Win (La Liga Form Data) 5-1 3-0
Biggest Defeat (La Liga Form Data) 5-2 6-0

The comparison table above reveals the extent of Real Madrid’s dominance across all metrics—from goals scored to defensive solidity and venue-specific performance records.

Match Timeline

Three decisive moments define this rivalry’s modern era: a title-clinching thrashing in 1954, a statement victory at the Bernabéu in 2025, and a clinical away win in February 2026.

Date Event
18 Apr 1954 Real Madrid beats Valencia 4-0 to win La Liga title
Nov 2025 Real Madrid 4-0 Valencia at Bernabéu
8 Feb 2026 Valencia 0-2 Real Madrid at Mestalla (Carreras 65′, Mbappé 90+1′)

The pattern in the match timeline shows that Real Madrid have consistently produced emphatic victories in this fixture, whether at home or away.

Confirmed facts

  • Real Madrid lead all-time H2H with 113 wins across 215 meetings
  • Valencia 0-2 Real Madrid on 8 Feb 2026 at Mestalla
  • Benzema and Raúl share fixture record with 16 goals each
  • Real Madrid 4-0 win in November 2025 at Bernabéu

What’s unclear

  • Exact starting lineups for future fixtures pending fitness updates
  • Whether Valencia can significantly improve their recent 7 wins from 37 meetings