Celta De Vigo Vs Valencia C.F 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats,League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know
On August 23, 2024, RC Celta de Vigo hosted Valencia CF at the Municipal de Balaídos in what turned out to be an exciting La Liga clash. The match ended with Celta de Vigo securing a 3-1 victory over Valencia CF, showcasing their dominance on home turf.
Match Summary
First Half
The match kicked off with high energy from both teams. Valencia C.F. took an early lead when Diego López Noguerol found the back of the net in the 13th minute. This goal came from a well-executed counter-attack, catching Celta de Vigo’s defense off guard.
However, Celta de Vigo quickly regrouped and started to dominate possession. Their persistence paid off in the 22nd minute when Óscar Mingueza scored the equalizer with a powerful header from a corner kick. Just five minutes later, Iago Aspas capitalized on a defensive error by Valencia, slotting the ball past the goalkeeper to put Celta ahead 2-1. The first half ended with Celta de Vigo in control, having turned the game around in a matter of minutes.
Second Half
The second half saw Celta de Vigo maintaining their momentum. They continued to press high and create chances. In the 59th minute, Fran Beltrán extended Celta’s lead with a well-placed shot from outside the box, making it 3-1. This goal effectively sealed the victory for Celta de Vigo, as Valencia struggled to break down their organized defense.
Valencia did attempt to mount a comeback, but their efforts were thwarted by Celta’s solid defensive performance. The match ended with Celta de Vigo securing a well-deserved 3-1 victory, much to the delight of their home fans.
Key Moments
- 13th Minute: Diego López Noguerol scores for Valencia.
- 22nd Minute: Óscar Mingueza equalizes for Celta de Vigo.
- 27th Minute: Iago Aspas puts Celta ahead.
- 59th Minute: Fran Beltrán seals the win for Celta.
Key Statistics
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Celta de Vigo
- Goals: 3
- Shots on Target: 5
- Total Shots: 8
- Shots off Target: 3
- Ball Possession: 51%
- Corner Kicks: 4
- Fouls: 5
- Yellow Cards: 3
- Red Cards: 0
- Offsides: 2
- Goal Kicks: 6
- Throw-Ins: 12
- Free Kicks: 5
- Injuries: 1
Valencia C.F.
- Goals: 1
- Shots on Target: 1
- Total Shots: 5
- Shots off Target: 4
- Ball Possession: 49%
- Corner Kicks: 7
- Fouls: 5
- Yellow Cards: 0
- Red Cards: 0
- Offsides: 0
- Goal Kicks: 5
- Throw-Ins: 23
- Free Kicks: 7
- Injuries: 0
Player Performances
- Óscar Mingueza: Scored the equalizer and provided an assist for Iago Aspas’s goal, playing a crucial role in Celta’s victory1.
- Iago Aspas: Continued to be a key player for Celta de Vigo, scoring the second goal and assisting Mingueza1.
- Diego López: Scored the only goal for Valencia CF, giving them an early lead1.
