Beccacece Envisions a Focused Elche Showing in Copa del Rey Clash
Elche CF coach Sebastian Beccacece spoke ahead of Friday’s Copa del Rey last-32 press conference, as his team prepared to host Girona this Saturday at the Martínez Valero. The kickoff is scheduled for six o’clock in the evening, and Beccacece spoke with a mix of optimism, responsibility, and a clear sense of the challenge facing a club in pursuit of growth and progress. He described the upcoming match as a chance to combine energy with discipline, a match that will test Elche against one of the Primera Division’s current leaders and a team that has helped shape world football in recent seasons.
Beccacece recalled the season’s conversations about France and remarked that Girona sits among the best teams in Spain, alongside Real Madrid, a statement he grounded in the progression visible in the Catalan club. He attributed Girona’s rise to a stable, well-planned process that has yielded tangible results, even during periods of transition. The coach noted that Girona was once in a decline, but through consistent effort and strategic expansion, the club has regained confidence and momentum.
Beccacece praised Míchel, Girona’s coach, as a superb strategist, while also highlighting Girona’s exceptional individual talents. He described Girona as a brave side that embraces risk and remains faithful to a dynamic style, noting that the team’s improvement persists despite changes in personnel. He added that Elche’s ambition to compete in matches like this is a testament to their strength and resolve.
Speaking about Girona’s blend of raw materials and smart ideas, Beccacece expressed admiration for how the Catalan squad has evolved, especially in the face of player turnover. He acknowledged the challenges of facing a team with many operational strengths but stressed that Elche would approach the game with courage and clear intent.
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Beccacece did not reveal whether his starting XI would mirror league selections or feature players less common in league competition. He emphasized that what matters is the overarching idea, the style, and the team’s development. He asserted that the players are highly motivated and give their all. If Elche has not achieved more in recent games, he suggested, it is because they have not yet reached the necessary level of performance, but the effort remains unwavering. The coach also underlined that defining a consistent style is crucial, as that identity will bring the team closer to its long-term dreams.
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Beccacece acknowledged Girona’s status as the favorite but warned that once play starts, desire and momentum can decide the outcome. He reflected on the recent draw against Girona, noting they faced a team at its peak, yet expressed belief in Elche’s potential. He suggested that a positive result would be a meaningful gift for the young players and the fans, especially at this stage of the season.
Beccacece reiterated that Elche and Girona share a common goal: to start the game with intent and to impose pressure from the opening whistle. He noted Girona’s speed on the flanks and described the Catalan side as a team with many variables, capable of adapting to different scenarios yet always aiming to assert themselves early in the match.