The Valencia CF team bus rolled into the Ciudad Deportiva de Paterna late in the evening, its passengers quiet yet reflective.
The 2-2 draw with Cádiz had been a rollercoaster. Tensions had run high throughout the match, and Valencia had been staring at defeat until Izan stepped up in the final minute.
His precise, curling shot from just outside the box had found the back of the net, salvaging a crucial point for his team.
As the players disembarked, Izan was the centre of attention. Teammates clapped him on the back, their voices a mix of gratitude and admiration.
"Unbelievable, Izan," Correira said before walking off. "Have you got ice in your veins, kid?" Guillamón asked with a grin.
"Cause I would have missed that shot or it would have blocked. Well, that's it. I'm glad that we could at least salvage a point" he added before walking off.
