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'My happiest day as a Valencianista' - Marcelino & Parejo thrilled with Copa del Rey triumph

Valencia's manager and skipper could not hide their delight after a 2-1 win over Barcelona handed the club their first trophy since 2008

Valencia manager Marcelino has praised his players’ togetherness following their 2-1 victory over Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final on Saturday night.

The 53-year-old could not contain his joy after goals from Kevin Gameiro and Rodrigo proved enough to hand his side their first domestic honour since 2008.

Marcelino called himself the happiest man on the planet after his players hung on to deny Barca, who pulled a goal back through Lionel Messi, what would have been their fifth consecutive Copa del Rey triumph.