This Wednesday the documentary is shown: “Elche CF, a feeling of a hundred years”
Elche Club de Fútbol carries a century of memories, passion, and a deep sense of belonging that resonates with fans and insiders alike. In the Martínez Valero stadium VIP box, a preview and special presentation of the documentary Elche CF, a feeling of 100 years took place. The program was executive produced by Adrián Ivorra and the Prensa Ibérica Audiovisual group, with direction by Gonzalo Blanes. The moment underscored how the club’s history is not just about games but about a shared emotion that has shaped a community over generations.
A study conducted by Prime TV Alicantina for regional television À Punt revealed that the centenary narrative would be shared publicly next Sunday at 20:00. The report highlights the enduring sense of belonging to a unique entity known as Franjiverde and emphasizes the club’s pivotal role in football history within the Valencian Community.
Key voices included figures such as Santiago Gambin, Manuel Martínez Pomares, son of former president Manuel Martínez Valero, former player and coach Carlos Macia Bonet, long-time captain Miguel Quirant, Franjiverde legend Lyco Pere Milla, and the players who marked milestones in the club’s ascent. The documentary weaves their memories with archival visuals, letting the emotions of those moments rise to the surface for viewers.
From the front row, leaders of the Franjiverde club participated in the screening. Representatives included the club owner and president, board members, and municipal officials from the City Council and the province. Attendees also included the executive team of A Punt and other regional authorities who attended to honor the club’s centenary milestone.
Among the audience were Elche’s general manager and the head coach, who observed the film with keen attention. The experience offered a vivid reflection on what the Franjiverde identity means, linking the club’s historic triumphs to contemporary ambitions. The Argentine coach recognized himself in the images depicting recent promotions and voiced a desire to replicate those moments in the current season.
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The screening also featured a candid discussion about the team’s future directions. The captain, senior players, and the technical secretary were among those who appreciated a film that chronicles the best chapters of Elche’s century-long journey, while also acknowledging the tougher periods the club faced. The documentary chronicles both triumphs and challenges, offering a balanced perspective on the club’s evolution over ten decades.
The narrative emphasizes the central role of fans in sustaining the club’s identity. Their presence is portrayed as a vital force that has supported the team through highs and lows alike, driving the passion that keeps Elche alive as a cultural phenomenon in football circles.
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The documentary team also highlights the importance of community and how the fan base acts as the heart of the club. Elche CF is presented as a hundred-year story of devotion that crosses generations and connects the past with the present through memorable images and voices from different eras.
Elche CF, a hundred years of feeling is a work designed to be experienced, felt, and remembered. It revisits the founding of the club in 1923, the rise of the Martínez Valero stadium, the Cooperative period, and the unforgettable Copa del Rey final of 1969. The film is scheduled to air next Sunday on A Punt with full public participation, inviting viewers to share in the celebration of a storied football community.