The Laliga result on August 25, 2026 saw Real Betis claim a 1-0 away win over Valencia at Mestalla. Substitute Pablo García scored the decisive goal in the 83rd minute, just four minutes after entering the match.
The fixture was a rescheduled Matchday 1 game in the 2026/27 season. Real Betis moved onto six points from their opening two matches, while Valencia remained on one point after two games.
For the full fixture list and upcoming matches, see our Laliga Schedule 2026/27. You can also follow the latest league positions on our Laliga Standings page.
Laliga Results August 25, 2026
| Match | Result |
|---|---|
| Valencia vs Real Betis | 0-1 |
Valencia 0-1 Real Betis
Real Betis left Mestalla with all three points after Pablo García’s 83rd-minute winner settled a tight contest against Valencia.
García entered in the 79th minute as a replacement for Pablo Fornals. Four minutes later, he finished a Real Betis counterattack with a left-footed strike from the center of the penalty area after a cross from Fran García.
Valencia were unable to find an equalizer in the closing stages, allowing Betis to secure their second victory of the season and maintain a perfect start through their first two completed league matches.
Valencia vs Real Betis: Key Match Details
| Competition | LALIGA EA SPORTS 2026/27 |
| Matchday | 1 (rescheduled fixture) |
| Date | August 25, 2026 |
| Kickoff | 21:00 CEST / 03:00 GMT+8 (August 26) |
| Venue | Camp de Mestalla, Valencia |
| Final score | Valencia 0-1 Real Betis |
| Goalscorer | Pablo García (83′) |
| Assist | Fran García |
Biggest Talking Points from Valencia vs Real Betis
- Pablo García made an immediate impact: The Betis substitute scored only four minutes after coming onto the pitch.
- Betis won at Mestalla: The 1-0 victory gave Manuel Pellegrini’s side their second win from two completed league matches.
- Fran García created the winner: His cross following a counterattack set up Pablo García’s decisive finish.
- Valencia remain without a win: They stayed on one point after following their opening draw with a home defeat.
- A delayed Matchday 1 fixture was completed: The match was played on August 25 despite belonging to the opening round of the season.
What the Result Means
Real Betis continued their strong start to the 2026/27 campaign by collecting another three points. After their 1-0 win over Real Sociedad on August 21, another one-goal victory moved Betis to six points from two matches.
For Valencia, the result extended their wait for a first league victory of the season. They remained on one point from two games after the defeat at Mestalla.
The result also updates the early-season picture before the next round of fixtures. See the latest Laliga standings for the current table.
Frequently Asked Questions
Real Betis beat Valencia 1-0 at Mestalla on August 25, 2026.
Pablo García scored the only goal of the match in the 83rd minute.
Fran García provided the cross that Pablo García converted for the winning goal.
Yes. Although it was played on August 25, Valencia vs Real Betis was a rescheduled Matchday 1 fixture in the 2026/27 Laliga season.
The match kicked off at 21:00 CEST on August 25, which was 03:00 GMT+8 on August 26.
