Today, five players were absent from the first-team squad during Elche CF’s training session. In addition to Lucas Boyé’s prolonged absence, the group also did not have the chance to work together this morning. Johan Mojica, Xavier Shepherd, and John Chetauya were not part of the session either. The positive note of the day came with the return of Helibelton Palacios and Fidel Chaves, who were not present in yesterday’s practice.
The session started around eleven in the morning, and the press had only a brief window to capture footage. During that short window, Palacios and Chaves appeared alongside the rest of the squad, receiving the same level of attention and training. The team was highly engaged, focusing on the various drills prepared by coach Francisco for the day, while all eyes were on the upcoming match at Martínez Valero at 6:30 PM.
about the losses
Some absences were expected for today’s training. John is still recovering from a sprained ankle, and Pastore will miss the next game due to a remaining suspension. Lucas Boyé’s absence is also anticipated, with a long-term layoff expected of at least a month. The two unexpected omissions were Johan Mojica and another question mark around the squad. Club sources noted that the Colombian defender trained in the stadium gym, suggesting a gradual return after extended minutes on the field as routine for a player adapting to high workloads.
Crevillent’s Josan suffered a calf stab during yesterday’s practice at Díez Iborra and exited the session with a bandage. Despite this setback, his status for Sunday’s game remains under evaluation and not considered unsafe. Yesterday’s striker reported positive feelings and hopes to participate in the match against Real Sociedad, deeming it a pivotal contest. Elche continues to manage risk carefully, with the youth ranks consistently demonstrating dedication to the senior team in these moments.
Goalkeepers’ training took place separately from the rest of the squad. Three Franciverdes keepers trained with their private coaches, maintaining maximum intensity. Edgar Badía, the starting goalkeeper, showed no signs of the hip issue that troubled him in the recent clash with Athletic Club and continued training; however, he left the field about twenty minutes before his teammates for treatment at the stadium. Badía aims to be ready for the Real Sociedad game and to preserve the starting run he has built under coach Fran Escribá. In La Liga Santander matches with Francisco, Badía has consistently been among the first-choice keepers, highlighting his important role in the team’s tactical plans.”