Vincent Parras leans into the hopeful energy around El Collao, as fans prepare for a crucial test tomorrow. The match, a step in a tense playoff push, will see Ibiza, recognized as one of the strongest outfits in the league, visit and challenge the hosts. The goal is to move past the sting of the recent provincial derby defeat at home, Intercity edging them 1-0. Parras emphasizes potential in his side’s own stadium, noting that this is a venue where anything can happen and that the team is ready to test one of the best in the league. He refrains from predicting a simple path to victory, instead signaling a belief that his squad can pull off an upset with the right approach on the night.
Elche’s head coach stressed the importance of delivering a strong performance at home, a trait that proved costly for Alcoyano last season. He described his squad as still largely in a rebuilding phase, “almost new” and undergoing continual fine-tuning. He pegged their current level at roughly seventy to seventy-five percent of what the team aspires to be, highlighting the need to sharpen small details that can swing a result. He reflected on the previous clash with Intercity, noting that his side did many things well but failed to find the back of the net while the rival did, stealing the win in a tightly contested contest.
The Deportivo coach faces a tomorrow filled with risk and opportunity alike, categorizing the match as a real challenge yet one with genuine chances to claim three points against his own club. He views the broader project in the First Federation as a testament to the group’s strength and cohesion, underscoring the unity that drives their performances. He pointed to the example shown against Atlético Sanluqueño, arguing that more consistency across the full 90 minutes will be the key to turning potential into a result that matters.
Parras prefers a broad, strategic view of the game. He notes that canceling a given player could prompt a reaction from another, given Ibiza’s deep and capable staff. The visitors are a team loaded with strengths, yet they also present exploitable moments that his side believes can be capitalized upon. The emphasis remains on discipline, planning, and adapting during the match to seize any opportunity that arises.
Alicante’s coach confirmed a bold move: eleven changes from the last match at Antonio Solana in the capital. The only casualty is the winger, with questions still open about who might get the chance to start. A player with a muscle issue will be held back to minimize risk, while others push to seize their moment and contribute to the team’s mission in this critical phase of the campaign. The team is focused on maintaining tempo, control, and resilience as they navigate the challenge ahead.