Osasuna

3.38

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  4

  0

  3.00

  Ricardo

  A collision with the post was his only involvement in the action in the first half, and had even less to do in the second. Valencia barely registered a shot on target, and the 39-year-old enjoyed an easy evening.

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  3

  0

  3.50

  Monreal

  Arguably the best full-back on show from both a defensive and offensive perspective. His enterprising runs gave his team an option, and his crosses into the area were invariably threatening. Dealt with Miguel easily on his flank.

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  2

  0

  3.50

  Sergio

  Quite literally strolled through the contest, as Valencia gave him nothing to think about from a defensive point of view, and used his experience to guide his team to three vital points.

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  2

  0

  3.50

  Manuel Ortiz Toribio

  Saw a fabulous early header superbly saved by Guaita, and defensively was rarely tested by Soldado, keeping the in-form striker at bay for much of the contest.

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  1

  0

  3.50

  Nélson

  Was actively involved in building up Osasuna's attacks, but all too often his decision making was questionable, and halted his side's momentum. Two woeful shots from miles out represent occasions where his rashness removed the impetus from his team's play.

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  1

  0

  3.50

  Javi Camuñas

  Lively, vibrant, and willing to give the Valencia back four a difficult time with his movement. Sometimes wasteful in the final third, but remained a threat to the visitors for much of the match.

• 
  28

  0

  3.50

  Javad Nekounam

  The Iranian is Osasuna's top goalscorer this season with six, an indication of the team's problems in front of goal, and could not get himself in a scoring position from midfield, nor create anything of note for his colleagues.

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  2

  0

  3.00

  Patxi Puñal

  Ensured that the Osasuna back four were suitably protected in a committed display, and his sliding challenge helped create the space for Cejudo's winning goal.

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  7

  2

  4.00

  Álvaro Cejudo Top of the Match

  Got into good areas against Mathieu, and his long-range shot cannoned off Stankevicius for what could prove to be a priceless winning goal for his side.

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  1

  2

  3.50

  Javier Calleja

  Couldn't get involved in the contest as much as he would like, as his side struggled to get into creative areas in the first half, and was substituted not long after Cejudo's opener.

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  2

  1

  3.00

  Kike Sola

  A tireless worker for his side, leading the line for his team and attempted to hold the ball up and bring the likes of Cejudo and Calleja into the game. Didn't get a sight of goal, but can be pleased with his efforts.

Substitutions

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  0

  1

  0.00

  Soriano

  Given the last 10 minutes of the match as Osasuna held on.

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  0

  1

  0.00

  Josetxo

  Came on in injury time.

Valencia CF

2.54

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  6

  0

  3.00

  Guaita

  Two brilliant early saves kept his side level, with his block from Sergio's header particularly inspired. Helpless for Cejudo's deflected winner, and had it not been for him, his side would have lost by more.

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  5

  0

  2.50

  Jérémy Mathieu

  The Frenchman was awful against Madrid last week, and despite playing against weaker opposition, never looked comfortable. Distribution was questionable, and Cejudo gave him more than enough to think about.

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  2

  2

  2.50

  Ricardo Costa

  Brave block to deny Kike Sola on the stroke of half time, but never looked entirely at ease alongside Stankevicius, and caught Sola with a late elbow that could have received sterner punishment.

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  6

  3

  2.00

  Marius Stankevicius

  Was perhaps unfortunate that Cejudo's strike hit him on the side and deflected in for the game's only goal, but could have perhaps done more to get his body out of the way.

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  2

  2

  2.50

  Miguel Brito

  Linked well with Mata on one occasion in the first half, but other than that gave the ball away far too many times. Crossing in the final third was woeful, and was eventually replaced by Pablo.

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  2

  1

  3.00

  Jonas

  Given a rare start in behind Soldado in attack, but contributed precious little, and his wayward pass in midfield allowed Osasuna to open the scoring. Did nothing to suggest he will start next time out.

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  1

  5

  2.50

  Albelda

  Employed to give Emery's side more steel in the midfield, and he did the necessary, breaking up the play but as is his style, was unable to create anything positive of note. Whipped off on the hour mark when his team went behind.

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  2

  1

  2.50

  Mehmet Topal

  Conceded possession on numerous occasions, and seemed to miss the presence of Tino Costa alongside him. In the latter stages was unsure whether to attack or hold his position.

• 
  1

  3

  2.50

  Joaquín

  Had his side's best chance in the second half after decent link up play with Soldado, but it was his only positive contribution during an evening to forget.

• 
  3

  1

  2.50

  Juan Mata

  As ever, he was his side's most creative element, but his passing range was off, and his late volley that flew off target summed up a frustrating night for the World Cup winner.

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  2

  3

  2.00

  Roberto Soldado Flop of the Match

  The former Osasuna hitman has eight goals in four matches, but didn't look close to adding to that total at any point throughout the 90 minutes in a below-par performance.

Substitutions

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  3

  0

  3.00

  Ever Banega

  Replaced Albelda with half an hour to go, but was unable to shake his team into action.

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  1

  1

  2.50

  Aritz Aduriz Zubeldia

  On for the last 20 minutes, but barely mustered a touch of the ball.

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  2

  3

  0.00

  Pablo Hernández

  On for the closing stages, but not long enough to make an impact.