Umar Sadiq was absent through injury as Valencia were held to an entertaining 2-2 draw by Racing Santander in La Liga on Sunday evening.
The Super Eagles striker has made three league appearances for Valencia this season and scored one goal. However, he was unavailable for the match at El Sardinero because of the injury.
His absence did not prevent an open contest, with both teams showing attacking intent from the start and exchanging goals in a lively encounter.
Racing Santander looked to make the most of home advantage, using quick transitions to trouble Valencia. The visitors responded with greater experience and composure in possession, creating opportunities and remaining competitive throughout the game.
The match remained finely balanced as both sides pushed for a goal that would have settled the contest. Neither could find a decisive breakthrough in the closing stages, with both defences holding firm during a frantic finish.
The final whistle confirmed a 2-2 draw, leaving the points shared after a four-goal encounter at El Sardinero.