Celta and Valencia are gearing up for an exciting showdown today at 10:00 AM (Argentina time) as they meet for Matchday 18 of La Liga, held at Balaídos Stadium.
How Celta and Valencia Stand Ahead of the Match
This match promises to be fiercely competitive as both teams are eager to turn their recent fortunes around after both secured only draws in their last outings. Victories are essential for both as they aim to stay in the race for the current season.
Celta’s Recent Form
Celta played to a goalless draw with Real Oviedo in their last league match. Their performance this season has been inconsistent, with three wins and one defeat in recent fixtures. They have scored just five goals while conceding only one in the latest four games.
Valencia’s Recent Form
Valencia also drew in their previous match, ending 1-1 against Mallorca. Their recent results have shown a mixed bag of performances, with one win, two draws, and one defeat in their last four games. They have found the net five times but have also conceded five goals during this stretch.
Historically, matches between these two teams have been closely contested: Celta has one win, Valencia two, and there have been two draws. Their most recent encounter was on February 2, 2024, during the current season, where Valencia emerged victorious with a score of 2-1.
Currently, Celta is positioned seventh in the league table with 23 points (5 Wins – 8 Draws – 4 Losses), while Valencia sits in seventeenth place with 16 points (3 Wins – 7 Draws – 7 Losses).
Ricardo de Burgos Bengoetxea has been appointed as the referee for this important clash.
Upcoming Matches
Celta’s Upcoming Fixtures
Matchday 19: vs Sevilla – January 12, 5:00 PM (Argentina time)
Matchday 20: vs Rayo Vallecano – January 18, 2:30 PM (Argentina time)
Matchday 21: vs Real Sociedad – Date and time to be confirmed
Matchday 22: vs Getafe – Date and time to be confirmed
Matchday 23: vs Osasuna – Date and time to be confirmed
Valencia’s Upcoming Fixtures
Matchday 19: vs Elche – January 10, 4:00 PM (Argentina time)
Matchday 20: vs Getafe – January 18, 10:00 AM (Argentina time)
Matchday 21: vs Espanyol – Date and time to be confirmed
Matchday 22: vs Betis – Date and time to be confirmed
Matchday 23: vs Real Madrid – Date and time to be confirmed
Match Timing by Country
Argentina and Chile (Santiago): 10:00 AM
Colombia and Peru: 08:00 AM
Honduras, El Salvador, Mexico (Mexico City), and Nicaragua: 07:00 AM
Venezuela: 09:00 AM