Elche beat Burgos and take the lead towards promotion
Elche CF’s coach, Sebastián Beccacece, lingered on the field with a clear smile after the final whistle. The victory felt meaningful not just for the three points but for the image his squad conveyed—disciplined, united, and hungry. Yet Beccacece tempered the moment with a steady note of realism, reminding everyone that there remains a long road ahead if the goal of promotion is to be reached.
The tour match against Real Burgos was more than a routine win; it was a statement that placed the team in playoff contention and showcased the effectiveness of a game plan built on resilience, organization, and sharp finishing. Mourad opened the scoring and later added to the team’s momentum, while the group celebrated collectively, a sign of growing camaraderie and shared purpose. Beccacece spoke of the win as a spark that fuels belief, but he was quick to underline that a single result cannot define a season. The focus, he said, is on maintaining intensity and continuing to improve. He noted the team’s ability to withstand Burgos’s setup and the way players responded under pressure, turning pressure into controlled, purposeful play. He pointed to the four chances created in the first half as evidence of a relentless mindset and added that Burgos’s goalkeeper, Caro, had a standout performance that kept the scoreline tighter than it might have been.
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Franjiverde, Beccacece’s side, carried a calm confidence into the post-match analysis. He emphasized that the league’s level is exceptionally close in this Second Division, making every result a test of nerve and cohesion. The coach thanked colleagues who had left the club and those who had remained, insisting that the victory belongs to the entire family that has formed around the club. His message was clear: the journey is about building something lasting and meaningful, not chasing a one-off triumph. Beccacece spoke of the importance of a strong, united group that looks out for one another and remains focused on the process of improvement, day by day. He highlighted the sense of belonging and the joy of working within a supportive environment as essential components of their ongoing development.
Beccacece then turned to Murad, whose first goal for the club drew particular attention. He described the young player as liberated and confident, approaching opportunities with a fearless mindset. Murad’s moment came at a time when the team needed a surge of belief, and Beccacece noted the striker’s willingness to press, participate in buildup, and apply pressure when defending high. The coach also praised Borja Garcés and Manu Nieto, who had two chances apiece, underscoring how the team’s attack is becoming a collective effort rather than a reliance on a single forward. Matías Dituro’s presence between the sticks contributed calm and assurance, reinforcing the idea that defense and attack are working together in balance. The coach reminded everyone that football is a team sport where results can lag behind the deeper progress on the training ground. He stressed that while winning is vital, watching the forwards convert chances remains a key measure of growth. The sense of unity and the commitment to a shared objective were evident as Beccacece spoke warmly about the players’ dedication, their willingness to train hard, and their desire to perform on their home ground alongside loyal supporters.
He closed by noting the significance of the penalty decision moment involving a Spanish-Moroccan player. Beccacece framed it as a reflection of the squad’s collective spirit, saying that the team lives and works as one. The players share both joy and hardship, and that mutual support has become a defining trait of the group. He spoke of the emotional connection that has grown through a period of challenges and redevelopment, emphasizing that they are in a phase of rediscovery. The improvement seen since the first-round encounter, when the team lost 4-0, reinforced his belief that the squad is evolving. Beccacece called it a competitive game, a true measure of readiness for the next steps. He added that the path forward depends on continuing to fight together, with the supporters beside them, and on capitalizing on every chance to prove the team’s resilience and ambition. (Attribution: JA Galvan)