After victory over Real Betis yesterday, underfire Valencia coach Ronald Koeman insisted they could still finish the season with Champions League qualification.

David Villa struck twice in the victory and Koeman said afterwards: "We can be pleased with this game, we looked like the Valencia that I've been looking for. I've been happy with the improvement in the team, although always it is complicated if this does not come with the desired results, it can hurt you psychologically.

"We have created opportunities and it is important that Villa scores because he is a player who lives for goals.

"To win these two past games allows us to again look above us and I believe that we can reach the Champions League zone because we are going to continue improving."