Valencia CF secured a hard-fought 1-0 away victory against Getafe in a Spanish La Liga match at the Coliseum Alfonso Pérez on January 18, 2026. A second-half strike was enough for Los Che to claim all three points in a typically tense and physical Madrid derby, moving them up the league table. The first half was a cagey affair with few clear chances, characterized by midfield battles and robust challenges. The deadlock was broken around the 65th minute when a Valencia winger cut inside and fired a low shot that deflected past the Getafe keeper. Getafe pushed for an equalizer, forcing a couple of smart saves from the Valencia goalkeeper, but they lacked the cutting edge to find a breakthrough. This result is a significant boost for Valencia's European qualification hopes, while Getafe's struggle for goals at home continues to be a concern for their manager in the fight for survival.