Simon Dalton presents his prediction for the Copa del Rey match.
Ejea, hailing from the fourth division, will host a crisis-hit yet more prestigious Valencia. The hosts are in fine form, while the visitors are showing signs of recovering from a prolonged slump. This match will serve as a test for both sides: the hosts will aim to pull off a surprise, while the visitors will look to assert their superiority.
Ejea
The home side have been solid at their ground, remaining unbeaten this season with five wins and two draws. They boast one of the best attacks in their league, averaging 1.7 goals per game. However, their defence is far from perfect, conceding an average of 1.23 and keeping only three clean sheets in 13 matches. Despite their modest status, Ejea have found the net in eight consecutive matches, making them a dangerous opponent.
Valencia
The visitors are in a tough spot in La Liga, currently second-last. However, there's been progress in recent fixtures, with Valencia suffering just one defeat in four rounds. They've also scored in each of their last five matches. The main issues for Valencia stem from their away form, where they've secured just one win (against Parla 1:0 in the Copa del Rey). Nevertheless, their experience and quality of players could help them advance in the King’s Cup.
Ejea vs Valencia Prediction
The class difference between the teams is evident. Despite their struggles, Valencia have a much stronger squad and should be able to handle the hosts. However, Ejea's strength at home and their consistent scoring this season suggest both teams could find the net. Thus, we'll back both teams to score.
