With the clear support of club president Joaquín Buitrago, sixteen Elche CF players said goodbye to their fans and headed for Vigo. The group is taking part in La Liga Genuine Santander, a competition that blends sport with community and values. The journey marks the start of a fresh adventure on a new stage for many of the players, as they step into a season that promises challenge, camaraderie, and growth on the field.
Elche Genuine ready to start a new season in Tarragona
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Invitees and coaching staff will enjoy an exciting day at Ciudad Deportiva del Celtawhere they travel with an aspirational backpack and the belief to represent the green line with the same pride they have always had. From there the team would take the bus to the airport to fly to Vigo.
In Veslo moments of preparation, the Elche Genuine squad gathers with coaches and support staff to reinforce the message of teamwork, fair play, and effort. The day blends training memories, a shared lunch, and the quiet confidence that comes from knowing they are part of a larger community that backs them every step of the way. The mission is simple: compete with heart, support one another, and enjoy the experience of representing the club on a national stage.
Components of Elche Genuine make a pineapple with president Joaquín Buitrago
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The assembly of players, staff, and leaders demonstrates a united front. The image captures a moment of celebration and unity that mirrors the spirit of the team as they prepare to depart for Vigo, a city that will host the next chapter in their season.
Good luck
The President offered encouragement and shared final thoughts before departure. The message was simple: play with pride, stay united, and enjoy every moment on and off the pitch.
Elche president hugs one of the players of the LaLiga Genuine Santander team
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As the squad looks ahead, the energy in the group is palpable. The coaches emphasize discipline and consistent effort, while the players focus on building confidence through practice, teamwork, and mutual support. Vigo becomes a proving ground where lessons learned in training will translate into performances that honor the club and its supporters.
summoned
The roster features a diverse mix of talent guided by Miguel Ángel Real and Antonio L. Pardo who assist the head coaching team led by Claudia Puerto and Juan Carlos García. Álvaro Expósito, Víctor Ramírez, Carlos Bernad, Cristian Sánchez, Borja Penalva, Juanto García, David Blasco, Félix Rojo, Adrián Ruiz, Christopher Risco, José Andrés Mañogil, Juan Esteban Rendón, Arnau Zaragoza, Antonio Miguel, and Juan Antonio Miguel Raba barragan form the core. The group trains with focus and a shared sense of purpose, ready to represent Elche Genuine across the season’s rounds.