(VIDEO) Late drama as Hugo Duro secures unforgettable win for Valencia against Real Madrid

In a night that will go down in recent Spanish football history, Valencia pulled off a shock result by beating Real Madrid 2-1 at the iconic Santiago Bernabeu. The visitors showed no fear, capitalised on Madrid's mistakes, and walked away with a historic win they had not achieved at this stadium in 16 years.

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From the first whistle, Valencia made it clear they were not in Madrid just to participate. They defended with discipline, closed down spaces, and struck when it mattered. The opening goal came from a set-piece, as Mouctar Diakhaby found space in the box and calmly slotted the ball past the keeper, silencing the home crowd.

Carlo Ancelotti's side responded quickly. Real Madrid equalised through Vinicius Jr., who finished off a slick team move with a clinical strike, raising hopes of a comeback. However, those hopes were short-lived, as defensive lapses once again haunted the hosts.

With the game hanging in the balance, Valencia waited for their chance. Late in the match, former Madrid Castilla striker Hugo Duro took full advantage of a defensive error and fired home to make it 2-1. Out of respect for his past, he chose not to celebrate, but the Valencia bench erupted with joy at a goal that meant everything.

Despite Madrid's desperate push in the dying minutes, Valencia held their ground. Goalkeeper Mamardashvili was heroic once again, making key saves to preserve the lead. The final whistle sparked wild celebrations from the visitors, who had finally ended their 16-year drought at the Bernabeu.

This unexpected defeat is a major blow for Real Madrid in the title race. It opens the door for Barcelona, who now have a golden opportunity—if they win their match, they take a significant step towards defending their La Liga crown. Unsurprisingly, the Catalan side will have welcomed this result with open arms.

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For Valencia, the victory carries huge meaning. It not only ended a painful run of losses at the Bernabeu but also reaffirmed their rise in form this season. They proved they can go toe-to-toe with the giants of Spanish football and reminded everyone that they are a club with ambition and heart.