The Elche CF youth squad began their journey toward the championship this morning in Villarreal for the XXXI edition of the Pamesa LaLiga Promises Santander National Football-7 Tournament. The event is organized by the league in cooperation with the José Ramón de la Morena Foundation. Despite an opening loss and a draw, the early steps were encouraging. The Franjiverdes now have two more matches scheduled for this afternoon, as they aim to build momentum as the tournament unfolds. (La Liga)
The opening clash for the Elche boys was a tightly contested duel with the Real Madrid youth team. The match remained even throughout, concluding with a hard-fought 1-0 defeat for Elche, a result that reflected a resilient performance against a formidable rival. (La Liga)
The second game pitted Elche against Alavés. That contest ended in a stalemate, with neither side breaking the deadlock and a single goal separating the teams. With two more fixtures on the horizon, Franjiverdes prepared to take the field again this afternoon, facing Getafe CF at 18:30 and Real Betis at 19:00. (La Liga)
In this grassroots football event, twenty major league teams compete for honor and development opportunities. The Elche delegation departed from the Martínez Valero stadium the day prior and received a heartfelt send-off from Fidel Chaves, a captain from the senior squad, who wished them luck and encouraged them to savor every moment of the experience. (La Liga)
Broadcast coverage for the competition was provided through LaLigaSportsTV, LaLigaTV Bar, and the official LaLiga YouTube channel, ensuring fans could follow the action from multiple viewing options. (La Liga)
Elche CF Promises features a squad of twelve players, including goalkeepers Daniel Martinez, Marin Y Hector Roman, and central defenders Ayan Mihai Grigore and Oliver Friis Madir. Midfielders listed are Jesus Guardiola Rosado and Alejandro Garcia Carcelen, while the right midfield duo consists of Alfredo Miralles Ramirez and Hugo Eugene Lorente. On the left wing, Philip Vincent Legacy is named, with the team’s game host Ayose Beranger providing leadership, and the attacking line includes Hugo Rico Poveda and Diego Navarro Alonso. The group traveled to Villarreal under the guidance of Coach Antonio Alarcon Asenciocgrassroots, with Rubéns Hernández Mula serving as coordinator, Fran Diez as physical trainer, and Ferran Torregrosa Calabuig as delegate. (La Liga)