PREVIEW: Regional derby against Villarreal CF

Valencia CF host Villarreal CF this Saturday (6:30pm CEST) at Mestalla, on Matchday 12 of he LaLiga season. The team want to change the dynamics of recent results and get back to winning ways with the support of the home fans.

The coaching staff and the players were self-critical after the defeat against Real Betis, and have been working to be solid, ambitious and secure in defence. Coach José Bordalás  and have a clear line to follow to celebrate a victory again. Work is being done to "recover the image of a reliable, ambitious and competitive team", as José Bordalás will have several players back from injury for the contest.

Villarreal CF have 12 points from their ten games to date, with 13 goals scored and 10 conceded. The have proven to be a competitive team in both domestic competition and in the Champions League.