Elche resume training ahead of key clash against Amorebieta
Elche CF returned to the pitch this Tuesday after a Monday session, ramping up preparations for a Sunday showdown at the Martínez Valero. On the agenda is a match against Amorebieta, scheduled for 16:16 hours local time. The Franjiverdes are intent on continuing a positive run, following a stretch of six games without a loss and a recent record of 14 points from 18 available. Their latest match, halted last Saturday in Barcelona, was a 2-0 defeat to Espanyol, a result they hope to rebound from in front of their home fans.
Elche have end of year to return
The squad has been focused and disciplined in their approach, with internal sessions aimed at sharpening tactical cohesion and restoring fitness across the group. In the wake of a busy schedule, the coaching staff has emphasized maintaining intensity while managing workloads to ensure players arrive fresh for the important fixtures ahead.
Behind closed doors, a working session was held at the Díez Iborra field within the Juan Ángel Romero sports city complex. The main issue facing the team remains infrastructure-related, a challenge the club continues to address as they prepare for the demanding final stretch of the season. Rodrigo Mendoza, known as Rodri, is treated as a first-team option despite his registration with the reserve squad. A young Murcian midfielder has been dealing with muscle discomfort and was unable to join the squad for the previous match against Espanyol. Rodri completed a rehabilitation workout in the gym under the supervision of the team physiotherapists at the Martínez Valero stadium.
Meanwhile, Sergio León and John Chetauya were able to participate in group drills, completing nearly the full session alongside teammates. The Córdoba native has been recovering from a hamstring tear sustained more than a month ago at Nuevo Pepico Amat in Elda. His recovery is progressing faster than expected, and there is renewed optimism about his return to the squad for the upcoming Saturday clash with Amorebieta.
In team photos from last week, Sergio León was seen in training ahead of the next challenge, contributing to the collective work that will shape the lineup for the weekend. The sessions have underscored the importance of maintaining momentum as Elche looks to close the year on a high note.
John Chetauya has faced a slower return to action after undergoing fibula surgery on July 19. His recovery has progressed gradually, and while there is encouraging improvement in his condition, a full return to competitive football remains a work in progress. The objective remains to see him back on the field before the year closes, ideally in the final match before the holiday period, although the path is not yet assured and will depend on his ongoing health status and form.
Compared with earlier weeks, other players such as Fidel and Borja Garcés have been managed carefully in recent days. Both were previously in the infirmary but have since recovered enough to rejoin squad duties and participate in late-game minutes. Their availability adds depth as the coach looks to optimize options ahead of Saturday’s game against Amorebieta.
Overall, the plan remains clear: if training week proceeds without setbacks, the Franjiverde coach will have a near-full squad available for selection, with the exception of Rodri Mendoza and John Chetauya who continue to work through their respective recovery programs. The focus is on assembling a cohesive unit capable of delivering a strong performance in front of the home crowd and keeping the momentum going into the final weeks of the year.