Ath Bilbao 2, Valencia CF 1

VALENCIA, Spain (Interstat) — Sadiq Umar’s first-half brace propelled visiting AC Bilbao W to a 2-1 victory over Valencia CF in the Copa del Rey on Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026, at Estadio de Mestalla. The result, which aligned with pregame projections favoring the visitors, saw Bilbao advance in the Spanish domestic cup competition while handing Valencia a defeat in its opening match of the tournament. Umar, the Bilbao forward, was the decisive figure, netting twice in a nine-minute span to seize early control. He opened the scoring in the 26th minute, finishing a buildup to give the visitors a lead… Read more...