Elche Team News Page 4 - Soccer

Pedro Bigas - Back from ban Bigas is an option again after serving his suspension.

Impact Bigas is set for a return in the club's next match after serving a one-game ban due to a red card. A return to a starting role should come almost immediately, starting in 20 of his 22 appearances while notching four clean sheets this season, only missing out when fit on a few occasions.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ferran Torres happy to annoy his critics after crucial double in Barcelona derby win against Espanyol

Ferran Torres has sent a defiant message to his detractors after playing a starring role in Barcelona's dominant 4-1 victory over local riva...

APRIL 11 • goal

Ferran Torres happy to annoy his critics after crucial double in Barcelona derby win against Espanyol

Marc Aguado - Out to face Valencia Aguado (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Valencia.

Impact Aguado has been unable to recover from the undisclosed issue that kept him out of two consecutive training sessions, with coach Eder Sarabia's assessment of him as a major doubt proving accurate. The midfielder's absence adds to a growing list of absentees for Elche, with Federico Redondo expected to step into his spot in the midfield until he returs to full speed. His availability for the coming fixtures will be monitored closely as the club looks to have him back as soon as possible.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Elche vs Valencia Prediction and Betting Tips | April 11th 2026 The Estadio Martinez Valero plays host to Elche and Valencia on Saturday in another round of the 2025-26 La Liga campaign.

APRIL 9 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Grady Diangana - Remains out Diangana (undisclosed) has been ruled out for the time being, according to coach Eder Sarabia.

Impact Diangana has been dealing with a series of physical issues that have kept him sidelined for several fixtures, and the extended timeline confirmed by coach Sarabia suggests the injury is more significant than initially indicated. The attacking midfielder doesn't have a clear timeline to return to the matchday squad and his absence forces reshuffle in the starting XI, with Gonzalo Villar expected to continue in a larger midfield role during his absence.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Aguado - Not training, doubtful Saturday Aguado (undisclosed) missed team training for a second consecutive day and is a major doubt for Saturday's clash against Valencia, according to A Punt Esports.

Impact Aguado joins a growing list of absentees for Elche, with the midfielder's consecutive training absences pointing toward a likely miss for Saturday's clash against Valencia. Federico Redondo is expected to step into his spot in the midfield if Aguado cannot go for that clash.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Víctor Chust - Clears injury Chust (undisclosed) returned to full team training Tuesday and is expected to start Saturday's clash against Valencia, according to A Punt Esports.

Impact Chust had been sidelined after picking up a lesion against Mallorca, but his return to the training pitch is a timely boost for Elche heading into the weekend, and being pointed toward the starting XI suggests he has come through training without any issues. Getting Chust back in the heart of the defense gives coach Eder Sarabia a much more settled look at the back for a crucial fixture against Valencia.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Tete Morente - Threat as winger in loss Morente recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Friday's 1-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Morente is operating as a wing-back for Elche, but he's a forward by trait, so most of his fantasy upside will come due to his crossing ability. The coaching staff is happy with Morente's overall contributions, and from a fantasy perspective, he's a solid bet to add crosses on a steady basis.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Rodriguez - Active but can't score Rodriguez registered two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 loss to Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63rd minute.

Impact Rodriguez took two shots in this game, but for the most part, he was unable to get things going and succumbed to Rayo Vallecano's defensive work. Rodriguez should remain in a starting role, but he isn't very effective in front of the goal, so his fantasy upside will remain fairly low.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Rafa Mir - Takes four shots in loss to Rayo Mir registered four shots (three on goal) in Friday's 1-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 45th minute.

Impact Mir was one of Elche's most active players in this match, but he couldn't find the back of the net. The striker has a decent floor, as he's locked into a starting role and has also tallied multiple shots in each of his last five appearances. Over that five-game stretch, Mir has racked up two goals on 15 shots (10 on target) and three chances created.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Dituro - Allows one vs. Rayo Dituro made four saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 1-0 defeat against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Dituro has started in each of Elche's last seven matches, but the results haven't been encouraging. He has allowed at least one goal in each of his last six starts, but at least he's limited the damage to just one goal allowed in the past two. Dituro will have two tough matches on the horizon against Valencia and Atletico Madrid on April 11 and April 22, respectively.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

'I seem ugly and tough, but I'm human' - Real Madrid-slayer Vedat Muriqi explains why he broke down in tears after scoring last-minute winner against La Liga giants

Vedat Muriqi provided one of the most emotional moments of the season in La Liga as he fired Mallorca to a dramatic 2-1 victory over Real Ma...

APRIL 4 • goal

'I seem ugly and tough, but I'm human' - Real Madrid-slayer Vedat Muriqi explains why he broke down in tears after scoring last-minute winner against La Liga giants

Nteka strikes late to give Rayo Vallecano win over 10-man Elche

A late goal from Angola international Randy Nteka has given Rayo Vallecano a 1-0 win over Elche in La Liga

APRIL 3 • Associated Press

Pedro Bigas - Sent off Friday Bigas was shown a red card in the 39th minute of Friday's clash with Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Bigas received two bookings early in the game, leaving his side with 10 men after a decent start to the match in which he made a goal-line clearance. The resulting ban now leaves the defender out of the next encounter with Valencia, after which he'll be able to return in an April 22 game versus Atletico. While he's one of his team's top defensive options, David Affengruber and Leo Petrot could absorb his work and potentially be joined by Victor Chust (undisclosed) depending on the latter's recovery progress.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Víctor Chust - Dealing with injury Chust (undisclosed) is sidelined for the time being after picking up an injury against Mallorca, according to coach Eder Sarabia. "Victor suffered a lesion against Mallorca."

Impact Chust joins a growing Elche injury list and his absence leaves a gap in the defensive setup that Leo Petrot is expected to fill in the coming fixtures. No specific timeline has been given for his return, and the club will monitor his progress over the coming days as more information becomes available.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Grady Diangana - Ruled out Friday Diangana (undisclosed) is not fit for Friday's clash against Rayo Vallecano, according to coach Eder Sarabia. "The injured players : Victor, Hector, Grady and John."

Impact Diangana has been dealing with a minor injury suffered in international duty that keeps him sidelined for Friday's clash against Rayo Vallecano after missing the national team camp's final moments during the break. The attacking midfielder's troubles continue to pile up, and Gonzalo Villar is set to take on a greater role in the midfield until Diangana is back up to full speed.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Andre Silva - Fit for Rayo clash Silva (undisclosed) has been declared fit after training fully this week and is available for Friday's clash against Rayo Vallecano, according to coach Eder Sarabia. "The injured p...

Impact Silva missed Elche's last fixture but has used the international break to get himself back to full fitness and should slot straight back into the starting lineup against the Franjirojos. The forward has been one of Elche's most reliable contributors this season, recording seven goals in 22 appearances, and having him available for a crucial relegation battle fixture is a timely boost for coach Eder Sarabia's side.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Rayo Vallecano vs Elche Prediction and Betting Tips | April 3rd 2026 Rayo Vallecano will invite Elche to the Estadio de Vallecas in La Liga on Friday. Vallecano are 14th in the standings and have a three-point lead over the 17th-placed visitors.

APRIL 1 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Grady Diangana - Still dealing with issues Diangana (undisclosed) was absent from DR Congo's qualification game against Jamaica due to injury and watched the fixture from the stands, according to FootRDC.

Impact Diangana has been managing several muscular issues over the past few weeks, and his absence from the national team squad is the latest setback in what has been a frustrating stretch for the attacking midfielder. With Friday's clash against Rayo Vallecano coming up quickly after the international break, his availability is in real doubt, and Gonzalo Villar would be in line to step into a larger role in the midfield if Diangana cannot go. One to watch closely as Elche's medical staff assess his condition over the coming days.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Andre Silva - Back in training Silva (undisclosed) is back in training and could be an option for Friday's match against Vallecano, according to Information.es.

Impact Silva trained with the team Monday and could be an option for Friday's clash against Vallecano after missing the last match with an undisclosed injury. The forward used the international break to recover and should quickly regain his starting role once fully fit, having recorded seven goals in 22 appearances this season.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Marc Aguado - Makes bench in friendly Aguado (undisclosed) was on the bench in Friday's friendly against Aston Villa.

Impact Aguado was forced off in Elche's last match before the break, but the discomfort didn't prove to be anything serious since he was on the bench for this friendly. Expect Aguado to be an option for Elche ahead of the final weeks of the 2025/26 season.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Tete Morente - Nets game-winning goal Tete Morente scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Tete Morente's thundering header gave Elche a lead they would not relinquish in their 2-1 win over Mallorca. In addition to his goal, the wing-back contributed three tackles (three won) and three clearances to the defensive effort across his 90 minute shift. The goal marked Tete Morente's first La Liga goal for Elche since 2022/23 campaign.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

German Valera - Assists from cross in win Valera assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (four accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mallorca. He was subbed off due to inju...

Impact Valera's floated ball into the six-yard box Saturday assisted the fixture's decisive goal as Elche earned a 2-1 comeback win over Mallorca. The wide-midfielder led the team with five crosses attempted, and his four accurate crosses marked a season-high. Across his last five appearances (five starts), Valera has attempted 19 crosses (seven accurate) and created six chances.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Rafa Mir - Clinical finish in win Mir scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Mallorca.

Impact Mir began the Elche comeback Saturday by slotting an intercepted clearance into the far corner of the net in a 2-1 home win over Mallorca. In addition to his goal, the forward contributed (one tackle (one won) to the defensive effort across his 80 minutes of play. Mir's eight goals in his first season with Elche are his most in a single domestic campaign since he scored 10 goals during the 2021/22 La Liga campaign with Sevilla.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Dituro - Three saves in win Dituro recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Mallorca.

Impact Dituro made three clearances Saturday and turned aside three of four Mallorca shots on goal as Elche earned a 2-1 home victory. Across his last five starting appearances, the veteran keeper has produced 18 saves and four clearances while conceding 11 goals. Dituro's next challenge is likely to come April 3 when Elche travel to tussle with Rayo Vallecano.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

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Nteka strikes late to give Rayo Vallecano win over 10-man Elche