Elche conducted a private training session today at the Martínez Valero stadium, as is customary before matches. The session took place behind closed doors on the freshly relaid grass, the field newly replanted so players could work on a clean surface. This routine followed the recent match against Andorra, played eighteen days earlier, marking a deliberate pause to focus on field conditions and readiness for upcoming fixtures.
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The morning training at the Elche CF stadium featured grass that had been replaced, reflecting a careful maintenance plan designed to optimize playability for the team during its home stretch. The grass was changed from summer to winter varieties to better withstand the late-season schedule and to ensure a consistent surface for performances at home.
Replanting of the Martínez Valero grass will begin after the Elche-Andorra match, a strategic move aimed at long-term field health and quality. [JA Galvan]
Beccacece’s opinion
“This is something that happens all the time”, Beccacece told this newspaper. Evaluating the condition of the field, the Franjiverde coach noted that there is something organic about the process that takes time: “Good, but much better.” He added that the team had recently played two matches in stadiums with less optimal turf, underscoring the importance of proper field maintenance for performance and safety.