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Valencia Fans Protest After 5-0 Home Defeat to Barcelona
9/7/2026, 6:31:22 AM
Protest Over Heavy Loss
On Sunday, a few thousand Valencia supporters gathered outside Mestalla and staged a vocal protest following the team’s 5-0 home defeat to Barcelona. Spectators labeled the players “mercenaries” and demanded that club president Kiat Lim and owner Peter Lim “go home.” Several ultra-fan groups deliberately left the stands empty at kickoff, and both the players and head coach Carlos Corberán were booed early in the match, with loud jeers continuing to the final whistle. No incidents of violence were reported.
Match Summary and Team Performance
Barcelona secured the win through a pair of goals from Lamine Yamal and single goals from Raphinha, Fermín López and Pedri, marking their fourth consecutive victory and extending their season tally to 17 goals scored while conceding only two. Valencia’s offense has struggled, having scored just once in four league matches and occupying the bottom position in the La Liga table.
Club Leadership and Recent History
Kiat Lim assumed the Valencia presidency in 2025; the Sunday match was his first appearance at Mestalla, according to Spanish media reports. Peter Lim remains the club’s owner. The team entered the season with a draw, followed by three straight defeats, including the recent loss to Barcelona.
Fan Reaction and Calls for Change
The protest reflects growing frustration among Valencia’s fan base over the club’s on-field results and perceived lack of direction from its leadership. By chanting for the president and owner to leave, supporters signaled a demand for accountability and a desire for a new strategic approach to reverse the team’s poor performance.
