Elche earns second place in Tenerife
Matías Dituro arrived as a dream signing for Elche CF, joining on Wednesday and stepping onto the field this Saturday after just three training sessions. He started in front of CD Tenerife, bringing a calm presence between the posts. The Argentinian keeper impressed with his confidence, displaying notable strength and a readiness to play the ball from the back. Long, accurate distribution to teammates became a hallmark of his debut, signaling that he could become Elche’s regular starting goalkeeper moving forward.
Everything points to Dituro being the number one option for Elche going ahead, a new chapter that the team and its fans have welcomed with enthusiasm.
Elche secures a milestone win in Tenerife
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In the afterglow of a dramatic victory on the island, Elche’s goalkeeper voiced his appreciation to the club’s supporters through the official channels. The message was clear: hello to the Franjiverdes, the debutant said, expressing happiness to be in the squad and acknowledging the overwhelming support from the stands. He noted his short time with the team, but how rapidly the players made him feel at home. He looked ahead to a home crowd at Martínez Valero, excited for the upcoming challenge against Valladolid on Sunday at 21:00, when he would likely make his first Franjiverde Coliseum appearance.
Dituro later spoke with La Liga TV, dissecting the Tenerife match. He reflected on playing in a stadium where pressure runs high, praising Tenerife for fielding a strong squad. He celebrated the three points that pulled Elche closer to their goals and the clean sheet that comes with a solid defensive effort. Above all, he highlighted the collective spirit and the positive impact of his debut for the club.
Beccacece: “The Tenerife win strengthened us, defeating a strong opponent in a difficult setting”
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The Argentinian goalkeeper emphasized the squad’s willingness to sacrifice in defense. Rodrigo Mendoza’s early goal, struck just two minutes after kick-off, proved pivotal to securing the victory. The coach underscored that all matches are intense and require relentless effort. Dituro added that, despite arriving recently, he observed the players giving their all from day one and was proud to see their dedication rewarded with a win.
Another image in the coverage showed the Argentinian goalkeeper warming up before the Tenerife fixture, a moment that underscored the close bond forming between the new recruit and the team at Elche.
Dituro, ever upbeat, described his arrival as a positive experience in the best possible way. He stressed a strong desire to contribute to Sebas Beccacece’s project, calling it an exciting venture and expressing gratitude for the trust shown by the club and teammates. He noted that everyone has helped him adapt quickly and that he is working hard to be ready as soon as possible so he can help the group, starting with the trip to Tenerife and continuing with imminent duties in the league.