Elche arrives in Albacete for a decisive LaLiga Hypermotion clash on matchday 14, facing a tough Central area after recent results shaped by a bounce-back run. The squad has shown positivity with three wins and a draw in the last four, yet it wrestles with a striker shortage and a clear warning from coach Sebastián Beccacece to stay vigilant. The manager insists that when a sequence is favorable, the right mindset is to tighten up rather than loosen the guard, stressing that ambition must be matched by caution and a realistic view of the opponent. The message is simple: do not assume Elche’s momentum means an easy path for their rivals; Albacete can turn the tide with disciplined, dynamic football.
Beccacece highlights the opponent’s strengths, noting that Albacete plays with high verticality and direct play under a capable coach. The hosts entered a phase with only one draw in their previous four fixtures and were eliminated from the cup by Terrasa, underscoring a squad hungry for impact. (Fuente: match reports)
The Rosario mentor adds that injuries travel with teams, sometimes heightening risk. He anticipates a challenging scene at the Carlos Belmonte stadium, where both sides will look to impose their style in what could become a tightly contested duel in the second division context. (Fuente: team press)
Elche also carries its own set of setbacks. The coach cautions against complaints, noting a heavy toll but arguing that adversity should forge unity and extra effort. Mourad remains the only natural striker in the first team, pushing Beccacece to consider young players or alternatives such as Óscar Plano in a false nine role. The possibility of fielding a younger option like Nordin is considered but not guaranteed at kickoff. (Fuente: post-match interviews)
Beccacece: “It would be a serious misread to think Elche’s form is mirrored by Albacete’s.”
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Possible Eleven
The likely starting lineup could see San Román between the posts, a four-man back line featuring Josan, Mario Gaspar, Bigas and Clerc. Febas and Nico Castro would anchor the midfield, with Nico and Tete Morente on the wings and Mourad or Plano as the reference point up front. The emphasis will be on balance and concentration to match the intensity of Albacete’s challenges. The coaching staff stresses that resisting such duels requires steady focus, especially against a team known for fighting in every phase of play. (Source: squad preview)
With recent results in mind, the team stresses that calm is essential even as the pressure rises. The Franjiverde coach speaks of a climate of increasing balance and sustained readiness to compete at a high level. (Source: coach interview)
Beccacece also notes that the proximity to the rival city energizes the fan base, with an expected crowd that adds atmosphere to the contest. Tickets were allocated and are poised to boost a traveling support that adds a tactical and emotional edge to the match. (Source: club release)
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Emergencies in Albacete
The visitors face a stiffer hurdle as Albacete sits in the 17th spot, four points behind Elche. Rubén Albés’ side is on alert according to their own coach, with uncertain statuses for central defender Datkovic and winger Juanma due to illness. Midfielder Maestre and forward Pedro Benito are listed as definite absentees. (Source: team update)
A possible XI for Albacete includes Barnabas in goal; a back four of Isaac, Djetei, Glauder and Jonathan Silva; a midfield trio of Agus Medina, Riki, Olaetxea and Fuster; with Higinio and Quiles spearheading the attack. The plan centers on exploiting space and pressing high in transitions to test Elche’s defence. (Source: match preview)