Alcoyano aiming to extend away wins with a visit to Cornellà at the RCDE Stadium
Alcoyano travels this Saturday to take on Cornellà with a 19:00 kickoff, chasing a fourth consecutive victory away from home and pushing to remain atop the table in the First Federation’s second tier. The trip to the RCDE Stadium marks another test on the road, a venue that has become a proving ground for the team as a visitor this season.
Vincent Parras, the coach who guides Elche’s squad, has built a clear philosophy around these away days. The team has demonstrated resilience on the road in the current campaign, echoing the pattern they showed last season when impressive away wins helped carve out a strong standing. The record shows several tough trips that yielded results, reinforcing the belief that the side can perform away from the familiar home stadiums. Early on, they opened with a victory away from home at Las Gaunas, repeated success at Los Pajaritos, and carried that momentum to a win at Stadium Gal in Irún a couple of weeks ago. These away achievements have become a cornerstone of their current form and confidence on matchdays outside Alcoy.
At the RCDE Stadium, Alcoyano will look to extend the run by facing an opponent known for organized defense and fast transitions. The head coach has underscored the strategic balance required to manage both set pieces and quick counterattacks, which tend to shape the flow of matches against Cornellà. The approach centers on maintaining compact lines, pressuring high to force turnovers, and exploiting opportunities on the counter through precise distribution and intelligent off-the-ball movement.
In preparing for this fixture, the squad will have to cope without one of its central defenders. Álvaro Vega remains sidelined with a muscle issue, keeping him out for at least two weeks. Primi Férriz is expected to step in to fill the vacancy, ensuring the defensive unit remains solid and organized under pressure. The upcoming milestone adds extra significance for the veteran side, as the day will mark Primi Férriz’s 100th appearance in the Blue and White jersey, a personal landmark celebrated during the Cornellà game.
The coach has also discussed the potential impact of two seasoned contributors, Sergio Moyita and Pedro Sánchez, who bring experience and quality to the midfield. While both players can influence the match with their understanding of the team’s rhythm, Parras noted that they must integrate seamlessly into the established structure. The manager emphasized that Moyita and Sánchez would be important assets, but the emphasis remains on how well they adapt to the collective game plan rather than altering it to accommodate individuals. This afternoon’s likely starting lineup includes Miguel Bañuz in goal; Lillo, Férriz, Raúl González, and Pablo Carbonell at the back; Armental, Fran Miranda, Juanan, and Fran Varela in midfield; and Agüero paired with Raúl Alcaina in attack, forming a coherent unit designed to press high and sustain pressure throughout the match against Cornellà.
As the match unfolds, the strategic balance will revolve around defending resilience and the quickness of transitions. Alcoyano’s ability to neutralize set-piece threats and convert opportunities on the counter will be tested against an opponent that often relies on structured defense and fast breaks. The coaching staff remains focused on keeping the players mentally prepared for a challenging test away from their home venue, while the squad continues to chase points that will help secure a continued strong standing in the table and maintain momentum heading into upcoming fixtures.
Fans will be watching closely as the team seeks to replicate or improve upon the road successes seen earlier in the campaign. The emphasis remains on disciplined defense, effective pressing in midfield, and the execution of sharp attacks that can unlock a well-drilled Cornellà backline. Each phase of the game will demand concentration and adaptability, with the tactical plan designed to maximize strengths and minimize weaknesses against a side capable of posing problems on both sides of the ball.