Elche CF has moved into the race for goals with a clear, focused energy. The return to training on the Díez Iborra turf signals a return to routine as Sebastián Beccacece’s squad maintains a high-intensity rhythm. Martín Bressan, the team’s physical trainer, keeps a firm pace, driving the group with serious intent.
This is a moment of seriousness for the squad. Elche came back for the second half of the season at full strength, with everyone present except Óscar Plano, who remains away with his family in Madrid while continuing his recovery after a successful operation by doctors Ripoll and De Prado.
Doctors Ripoll and De Prado successfully operated on Óscar Plano, who would be out of action for six months.
The update reflects a measured plan for Plano as he works through the rehabilitation timeline, aiming to return when fully ready.
intense series
The morning session emphasized physical conditioning, followed by rapid, demanding drills. The staff expects the players to be in prime condition after a short resting period for the holidays. The Christmas break lasted a week, with activities resuming on December 20 after a pause, and players returned to the Díez Iborra facilities ready for a disciplined program at Martínez Valero.
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Today marked the return to the grass at Díez Iborra, the usual training ground. Around 10 am, the first players and coach Beccacece arrived and greeted fans gathered at the venue gate. An official gathering is planned for Friday around 16:15 when the club opens the stadium to give supporters a look at training, framed as a festive, supportive day guided by the Argentinian coach.
Elche opens training to fans this Friday afternoon
The update confirms the openness of a session designed to share the club’s plans with the supporters and foster appreciation for the squad’s efforts.
Two players from outside the group
Two players attended with ongoing muscle discomfort and will need rest before the next fixtures. Reader Aitor Soler directed individualized workouts led by Josan Ferrández and Nico Castro, and both missed the last two matches against Real Oviedo and Mirandés. A potential return could happen for Elche’s first Hypermotion league match in Tenerife on January 13.
Elche will play the first two matches of 2024 on Saturday
The reports indicate a cautious approach to reintegrating players and a plan to balance rest with fitness work as the team ramps up for the new year.
Elche I will return to training tomorrowPossibly with a morning session and a more festive afternoon session to share with fans.