Villarreal's unbeaten run has come to an end, and it was the away team that highlighted their performance on Saturday evening.

The Spanish side had been on a roll, winning all of their previous matches, but they were unable to hold onto their lead against Valencia. The match ended in a 1-0 loss for Villarreal, which marked the first time they have lost in their last seven games.

The away team played well throughout the game, controlling possession and creating chances. However, they were unable to convert those opportunities into goals, with Valencia goalkeeper Vicente Guaita making several crucial saves to keep his side in the contest.

One player who stood out for Valencia was striker Adama Traore, who scored the only goal of the match from a corner kick. His powerful header gave his team the lead and kept them in contention until the final whistle.

Meanwhile, Villarreal struggled to find their rhythm in the second half, and they were unable to mount any serious threat on goal. Their lack of creativity and organization left them exposed, and they were unable to get back into the match.

Despite the loss, Villarreal will take heart from the fact that they have now beaten Valencia twice this season. They will be looking to bounce back against Athletic Bilbao next week, while Valencia will focus on their own defensive issues and look ahead to their next match against Real Madrid.