La Liga
Stole Dimitrievski has gone from being on the way out to becoming the lifeline of Valencia CF. The injury to Julen Aguirrezabala, which will keep him out for two months, changed the scenario and opened up an opportunity that the Macedonian did not waste.
In just six rounds of LaLiga, Dimitrievski has transformed the team's numbers. Where there were doubts before, now there is stability. Where there was debate, today there are results.
The change is not only sensory, but also statistical. With the Macedonian in goal, the team has won three matches in six rounds, the same number as in the previous 18.
Stole Dimitrievski improves LaLiga records
With Stole Dimitrievski, the percentage of points obtained has risen to 55.5%, compared to 29.6% achieved with Julen Aguirrezabala. Ten points out of 18 possible compared to 16 out of 54. Valencia CF has reduced its defeat rate from 44% to 33%. Moreover, they have gone from conceding 1.67 goals per match to 1.17.
In terms of saves, Dimitrievski records a 68.4% effectiveness, surpassing the 65.8% of the Basque goalkeeper. He also shows a positive balance in goals prevented compared to expected ones.
While Julen had accumulated a -2.9 in goals prevented, the Macedonian shows a +0.7. These figures reflect security and responsiveness. In this recent period, Valencia CF is one of the fittest teams in the championship. Only Real Madrid and Betis exceed their score in the last five rounds.

The impact of Julen Aguirrezabala's injury
Julen Aguirrezabala's injury forced changes in plans. What seemed like a clear transition to the Basque's starting position became a turning point. With Dimitrievski in goal, the team has added two clean sheets and a positive goal difference. Across all competitions, the balance is favorable.
In LaLiga, the Che team has scored eight more goals than they have conceded in this period. A clear contrast with the previous phase. The standings situation is tight, with just ten points between relegation and European spots. Each result counts, and every mistake penalizes.
Valencia CF seeks to rectify its error
Valencia CF's management has already begun talks to renew Dimitrievski. What seemed like an imminent departure months ago is now seen as a strategic mistake. The Macedonian goalkeeper has shown leadership and consistency. His points per game average is the second best on the team.
Moreover, his impact in the dressing room has been positive. The defense exudes more confidence, and the team appears more solid. The situation necessitates a rethink of the goalkeeping future. When Julen Aguirrezabala returns, competition will be real and open.
However, the numbers support the current starter. Meritocracy weighs heavily on a team fighting for survival in LaLiga. Dimitrievski has turned adversity into opportunity, going from questioned to indispensable in a matter of weeks.
The club understands the need for coherence. Renewing the Macedonian would be a clear signal of trust and stability. With crucial matchdays ahead, Stole Dimitrievski has shown that he is the best choice in goal, and Valencia CF aims to correct the mistake made in their previous management.
This news is an automatic translation. You can read the original news, El Valencia cierra por completo una grave herida
