Valencia CF is preparing for a high-tension derby this Friday at Mestalla, hosting Levante UD. Following the good performance shown in the last match against Real Betis, coach Carlos Corberán has made a clear decision: to bet on continuity and the consolidation of the tactical scheme that left such good impressions in the last round.
Corberán sees in the attitude and commitment exhibited against the verdiblanco team the roadmap to follow. The key to success lies in enhancing an already defined style of play: a more compact block that ensures defensive solidity and a clean ball exit. The tactic focuses on the figure of Pepelu as a pivot, acting close to the central defenders to initiate the play and offer the first passing line.
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This structure aims to generate offensive width through the constant work of the full-backs. The wingers, on the other hand, will adopt a slightly more central position to participate in creation and pressing.
Despite the focus on the main block, Corberán is considering two possible changes in the starting eleven. The main doubts lie in the possible entry of winger Luis Rioja instead of Diego López, and the inclusion of Hugo Duro in the attack, leaving out Lucas Beltrán. These decisions will be made in the final hours before the match.
Valencia CF needs the three points at Mestalla to strengthen its good run. The derby against Levante UD is not only a rivalry clash but an opportunity to consolidate the Corberán style and demonstrate that the attitude from the last match is the way forward in the league competition.
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