Brown Ideye Clinches Malaga’s MVP Despite Disappointing Defeat to Valencia

Nigerian striker Brown Ideye emerged as Malaga’s Man of the Match in their recent 2-1 home loss against Valencia, a recognition bestowed upon him by the club’s fans and announced by Malaga on their official website. Despite the defeat, Ideye’s standout performance earned him praise after he secured the lead for the struggling Malaga side with an opening goal in the 27th minute.

The game saw former Arsenal midfielder Francis Coquelin leveling the score for Valencia in the 80th minute, followed by Daniel Parejo’s penalty securing the win for the visitors, as Ignasi Miquel’s red card added to Malaga’s woes just before the decisive goal.

Speaking to the media in Spain, Ideye expressed mixed emotions about the outcome, stating, “It’s very upsetting to lose a match like this. It’s very difficult, as the team isn’t in a situation to be able to lose a match in this way.” While highlighting the disappointment of the defeat, Ideye also acknowledged the significance of scoring his inaugural goal for Malaga.

Despite the adverse position Malaga finds themselves in, bottom of the league table with 13 points and seven points adrift from safety, Ideye remains resolute. He conveyed optimism about the team’s potential for revival, affirming, “I say to the fans that we’ll never give up and hope they will continue supporting us and spurring us on.”

With 15 matches remaining in the season, Ideye emphasized the team’s determination to turn the tide, buoyed by the unwavering support of the fans during challenging times. The Nigerian forward’s commitment to Malaga’s cause and his belief in the team’s ability to climb out of the relegation zone serve as a rallying cry amidst the adversity faced by the club.