The Elche coach remains at the helm as Beccacece reflects on a night to remember
Elche CF’s coaching staff continued their work under Beccacece, who chose to pause with his squad after a demanding victory over Andorra last Monday. The decision came as a response to the emotional and physical toll of the match, signaling a balanced approach to recovery and preparation as the team looks ahead to upcoming tests.
The squad gathered again for a recovery session on Tuesday, followed by a scheduled rest day the next day. Training resumes on Thursday at 10am, with sessions held at the Diego Quiles facilities inside the Altabix sports city. The focus will shift toward anticipating the state derby against Eldense, set for Sunday at 16:15 in the Nuevo Pepico Amat stadium. The week’s plan emphasizes steady progress and strategic conditioning to ensure the players are sharp for the clash.
Elche’s training plan centers on maximizing effectiveness at Diego Quiles as the Martinez Valero pitch undergoes reseeding. Maintenance work began the moment the Andorra match ended, and teams gear up to return to full fitness on the field once the grass renewal is completed. This careful restoration aims to keep the main venue ready for the demands of the league schedule while the squad concentrates on match readiness.
Beccacece is expected to have the full squad available for the Eldense game, with one exception: John Chetauya, who remains in the final stages of rehabilitation following fibula surgery on July 19. The rest of the roster comes through the week unscathed, providing the coach a broad selection to choose from. Borja Garcés made a strong return last Monday after a month sidelined by an ankle injury. Garcés wasted no time making an impact, contributing to Elche’s recent win and reinforcing his value for the frontline as the team pushes toward a successful run in domestic play. It marks a notable moment for the striker and the squad as they prepare for a tough test against Eldense.
This week presents a noticeably different outlook compared with the previous one, as the team navigates both high expectations and renewed pressure. The players and staff are working to lower tensions after the Andorra victory and to build confidence ahead of the derby that looms on the calendar. The energy inside the camp reflects a collective readiness to translate recovery into momentum, with a clear plan to sustain form and compete with intensity in the weeks ahead.
[Citation: JA Galván] [Source attribution: JA Galvan]