Barcelona arrive at Elche with six starting players unavailable
Elche faces a crucial test as FC Barcelona returns to action after the international window and a demanding schedule at Martínez Valero. The Catalan side travel with a squad dealt several blows by injuries and suspensions, setting the stage for a weekend clash that could shape the rest of the season for both clubs.
Beccacece’s first match in charge
This weekend marks the first match on the bench for Argentina’s Sebastián Beccacece as he steps into the Elche role, replacing Pablo Machin. The change comes after the Green-and-Whites suffered a disappointing defeat at Real Sociedad, a result that left supporters hoping for a fresh start under new guidance.
Beccacece’s inaugural vision for Elche
Beccacece has signaled a renewed focus on the club’s long-term plan, underscoring a belief that the team can compete at the highest level while plotting a brighter future. After a challenging campaign, the manager and board are intent on proving that Elche remains capable of competing in the top flight and not slipping away from the immediate goal of a positive result against Barcelona. The aim is to restore momentum and confidence after a tough stretch in recent months, a sentiment the coach echoed as he outlined his June intentions. The ambition is clear: maintain belief, execute decisively, and showcase Elche as a force in Spanish football once again.
Training and preparations
Prior to kickoff, the final training session drew the team together as they prepared for one of their toughest assignments of the season. The atmosphere inside the camp reflected a sense of urgency and readiness as players focused on tactical discipline, pressing intensity, and the execution of set-piece plans that have underpinned Elche’s approach in recent games.
Television coverage
Elche will face Xavi Hernandezs Barcelona on Saturday night in a game scheduled to start at 21.00. The match will be broadcast live on television in Spain and can also be followed online through official platforms that provide real-time updates and analysis. The broadcast arrangement allows fans in Canada and the United States to watch via partners that carry La Liga content, with streaming options available through authorized services on the day of the game as announced by the league administration. For full details, consult the league’s official schedules and the broadcaster’s listings.
Sources indicate that the encounter will be a test of Elche’s resilience and Barca’s depth, with both sides hoping to capitalize on the break to maximize performance. Fans will be looking for a display that reflects tactical intent, physical readiness, and the mental edge required to compete at the top level of Spanish football this season.