The 2020-21 campaign was a turbulent, transitional season for Valencia, with Los Che struggling to maintain consistency and ultimately finishing 13th in La Liga. The year was marked by the controversial departures of long-serving heroes like Dani Parejo and Rodrigo, signaling a difficult financial era under owner Peter Lim. Leading the line with defiance was homegrown midfielder Carlos Soler, whose 11 league goals proved vital, notably netting a memorable hat-trick of penalties in a stunning 4-1 victory over Real Madrid. Despite a run to the Copa del Rey Round of 16, the season was defined by mid-table consolidation and the turbulent managerial change from Javi Gracia to Voro, making it a difficult but defining chapter in the club's modern history.