Valencia have struggled once more in Spain’s La Liga, twice relinquishing the lead in a 2-2 dwelling draw towards fellow relegation battlers Almeria.
Valencia have solely gained as soon as of their final 9 league video games. Gennaro Gattuso’s crew is in 12th place, three factors above the relegation zone.
Dutchman Justin Kluivert put the hosts forward within the 48th minute at Mestalla Stadium, and Chumi equalized for Almeria within the 54th. Spanish worldwide left-back Jose Luis Gaya gave Valencia the lead once more within the 65th earlier than substitute Francisco Portillo scored within the 74th.
Almeria ahead Largie Ramazani missed a penalty kick close to the top of the primary half.
Valencia’s draw got here towards an Almeria squad that has the second-worst file on the street this season, with no wins, three attracts and 6 losses. Final-placed Elche are worse on purpose distinction.
It was Almeria’s fifth straight recreation with out a win in all competitions, leaving them in 14th place and two factors from the drop zone.
Valencia’s final league victory was towards Actual Betis earlier than the World Cup break. The six-time champions had misplaced two in a row getting into the sport towards Almeria — at Villarreal and towards 19th-placed Cadiz.
Barcelona have a three-point lead over fierce rivals Actual Madrid on the high of the league.
