AtticGo Elche advances to the European Cup semifinals with a dramatic win
The coach of AtticGo Elche, Joaquin Rocamora, expressed his joy as his team secured a place in the European Cup semifinals after defeating Motive.Co Gijón in the quarterfinals. The second leg finished 20-24, bringing the aggregate to 49-40 in favor of the Elche squad, a result that marked a historic moment for the club’s women’s handball program.
The match took place on the floor of the Palacio de los Deportes in Asturias, where Rocamora framed the victory as the fruit of relentless defense and discipline. He highlighted how the team dominated the defensive phase, noting that a few early chances to disrupt the rhythm in the first half were missed but ultimately balanced by steady effort. The coach thanked every player for their commitment, stressing that their performance met his expectations even in a tense penalty scenario. The squad fought hard to ensure victory through the final whistle, an outcome Rocamora regarded as a clear signal of character and resilience.
Rocamora continued by celebrating the semi-final achievement as a landmark page in the club’s history. He described the moment as more than a single result, emphasizing the spirit the team demonstrated and the sense of pride it brought to Esperanza Lag. He even invited supporters to imagine the next big moment, suggesting a celebratory gathering might accompany future triumphs as the club dreams of a European finale.
In social posts that captured the mood of the evening, Rocamora offered his congratulations to the players for their unwavering effort. He underscored that reaching the semifinals represents another chapter in the club’s story, one that reflects the group’s unity and drive. The post carried the energy of the moment and the belief that the team could push further in the tournament.
The celebrations extended beyond the bench as the team’s captain and key players joined in the post-match exuberance. A notable voice echoed the same sentiment: the players had shown commitment from start to finish, displaying a level of performance that justified the club’s aspirations for the season. A conga in the locker room painted the picture of a squad riding the wave of a historic milestone and ready to channel that momentum into the next round.
Fans and supporters took to social media to share the excitement, echoing the sense that this semifinal berth was not only a victory in itself but a proof of the team’s potential to compete at the highest level. The messages reflected pride in the club’s progress and belief that the squad could build on this achievement as the competition progressed further into the calendar. The sense of unity between players, coaching staff, and fans was clear, reinforcing the idea that the club had created a strong foundation for continued success.
Looking ahead, AtticGo Elche prepared to learn the identity of their semifinal opponent. The draw would pit them against a challenger emerging from a clash between another Spanish club, Atlético Guardés, and the Portuguese side Madeira Andebol. The leg to be played on Galician soil was expected to feature a balance of tactical discipline and attacking urgency, with the hosts aiming to defend a small margin and the visitors eager to overturn it. All signs pointed toward another competitive, evenly balanced contest, this time with higher stakes as a place in the European final hung in the balance.
As the team savors this milestone, attention shifts to maintaining momentum and preparing for a tough challenge ahead. The coaching staff will likely emphasize defensive organization, efficient counterattacking, and mental preparation for the demands of a semifinals duel where every possession matters. The club’s leadership will also be looking to sustain the collective spirit that carried the squad through a demanding quarterfinal and into the late stages of the competition. The atmosphere around the team suggests a group ready to chase more history and a future that fans will be eager to see unfold on the European stage. [Source: AtticGo Handball Elche reports and official team communications]