Valencia CF secured a 0-2 away victory over local rivals Levante in a passionate derby match in Spanish La Liga on February 16, 2026. Valencia produced a professional performance to claim all three points and the bragging rights in the Valencian Community derby. The match process saw Valencia take control of the midfield and were rewarded with a goal from a corner in the first half. The key moment came early in the second period when Valencia doubled their lead with a swift counter-attack, effectively sealing the match and silencing the home crowd. Levante struggled to break down a disciplined Valencia defense, with their best opportunity coming from a long-range strike that was comfortably saved. The focus point was Valencia's tactical maturity and derby-day composure, which contrasted with Levante's frustration, culminating in a late red card for a reckless challenge. This derby win boosted Valencia's position in the La Liga table and provided a major morale boost for their fans. The Levante coach was critical of his team's discipline, while the Valencia manager hailed a perfect away performance. The lineups featured Valencia's balanced side against a Levante team that lost its cool.