AtticGo Balonmano Elche Faces Valur Handbolti in Europe
AtticGo Balonmano Elche will clash with Valur Handbolti from Iceland in the third round of the EHF European Cup this weekend. The draw takes place on Saturday and Sunday at the Esperanza Lag pavilion in Elche, which will host both departures and returns. Both matches are scheduled for 12:00, and Elche expects strong support from fans in this important continental challenge.
Coach Joaquín Rocamora addressed Franjiverdes supporters, urging them to back the team as always, noting that the warmth in the stands fuels the players and lifts their performance.
rival
Rocamora emphasized the club’s eagerness to compete on the continental stage and explained the nature of the upcoming clash: “We are facing a team from Iceland where the first line is international and carries a high level of competition.” He added that Elche must focus on solid defense and inject rhythm and intensity into the game, creating numerous options for the two matches played within 24 hours.
Regarding the challenge, he noted, “What we have to do is be very strong defensively, raise the tempo and intensity, and then we will have many options in the two games we will play back-to-back.” To reach this third stage, AtticGo Elche had previously overcome ZRK Naisa Nis in 2019, with both matches held at Esperanza Lag and results of 33-23 and 28-24 in the two legs.
AtticGo Elche Secures a European Ticket (33-23)
Elche secured a place in the next stage with a 33-23 victory, confirming their progress in the European campaign. (attribution: AtticGo Balonmano Elche)
Technician Renewal
The AtticGo Handball Elche project continues to advance steadily. Recently, the club announced the renewal of the head coach for two more years.
Joaquín Rocamora Extends Contract with AtticGo Elche for Two More Seasons
Rocamora expressed satisfaction with the decision, stating that Elche feels like home. He remarked, “Being here for eight years and renewing for two more years reflects my belief and ambition for this project.”
Professional Future
Looking ahead, the club aims to continue advancing toward professionalization. The leadership believes the evolving structure will support sustainable growth and multiple competitive ambitions. The team’s goal is to consolidate a position among Europe’s elite, leveraging a squad rich in young talent ready to develop over the coming seasons. The plan also envisions refreshing a large portion of the roster to provide stability while maintaining momentum.
(attribution: AtticGo Balonmano Elche)