The King’s Cup round of 32 brings Elche CF to face Agrupación Deportiva Ceuta Fútbol Club in what will be a single-elimination clash. The match is set to be played in a neutral venue in Africa, a few days in January. This pairing offers an accessible challenge for the franciverdes, since Ceuta competes in the Primera Federación (the top tier of Spain’s third division) and Elche holds a historical advantage, facing Ceuta only a handful of times in official matches before this fixture.
The latest image from the Elche Cup campaign shows Guadalajara in focus, a reminder of the team’s recent Cup run and the effort behind each appearance on the field. The final moments underscore the ongoing pursuit of success in this knockout competition, where every result adds to the club’s developing history. (attribution: Elche CF)
four backgrounds
Elche and Ceuta’s only meetings in the professional tiers came in Spain’s second division, and those encounters stretch back to the early 1940s. The Ceuta club has historically enjoyed brief moments of success in these clashes, registering two wins and one draw in past meetings, while Elche has the edge in the overall head-to-head record with a few decisive victories. These past results contribute to a sense of familiarity as the two clubs prepare for a new Cup chapter. (attribution: Elche CF)
Conclusion, summary and history: Elche’s comfortable victory over L’Alcora in the Cup (0-3)
Historically, Cup ties have offered Elche opportunities to rotate squads and test emerging talent. The recent victory over L’Alcora demonstrated the squad’s depth and versatility, qualities that could prove valuable as they progress deeper into the competition. This success adds to the club’s confidence as they approach the upcoming fixture against Ceuta. (attribution: Elche CF)
Chance
Following wins against L’Alcora and Guadalajara, Elche advances to the last sixteen. Although the Cup might not be the team’s primary objective, these results lift morale among the franciverdes, underscoring the squad’s resilience and depth. The momentum from two clear victories in consecutive matches strengthens the belief that the team can perform well in knockout settings. (attribution: Elche CF)
The result and history of Guadalajara-Elche: Elche meets the record (0-3)
The Cup journey has highlighted the steady progress of Elche, with performances that echo past successes while reinforcing the current squad’s character. These moments contribute to a growing narrative of a team that can contend in knockout formats when it matters most. (attribution: Elche CF)
test bench
The King’s Cup remains a fertile ground for Machín to evaluate players and tactics in competitive settings. As Elche prepares for Ceuta, the team will rely on the balance between experienced leaders and emerging talents. The upcoming league clash against Atlético de Madrid will add context to the preparation, offering a late official test before facing Ceuta in Cup competition. (attribution: Elche CF)