Elche CF has three preseason friendlies lined up for July as part of the team’s preparations for the new season. Under the guidance of Beccacece, the Franjiverdes will face opponents in a mix of English competition and regional rivals from their own league and division, all scheduled to take place in the Second Division. The plan is to build fitness, test tactical systems, and sharpen form before the league kicks off.
Competitor for promotion
What is clear is that Elche will challenge Tenerife on July 29. The match is set to take place first at La Finca Resort in Algorfa, with a potential venue change to Pinatar Arena possible depending on preparations and scheduling needs. This game will serve as a meaningful gauge for the squad as they push toward a strong showing in the upcoming campaign.
This friendly pairing promises a competitive atmosphere and a solid test of the team’s pace, pressing, and structural discipline after several weeks of training. Tenerife, a familiar rival in the same division, provides a measured benchmark for Elche’s development since the close of last season.
This encounter will also offer the coaching staff a chance to evaluate squad depth across positions and identify combinations that work best against a high-intensity, organized opponent. It is a crucial step in peaking at the right moment as the league enters its early fixtures.
Elche will play a friendly match against Tenerife on 29 July.
The match against Tenerife will be a key test for the squad as it nears the end of a three-week preparation block before competitive action resumes in August. The venue and exact kickoff time may adjust to accommodate training needs and travel logistics, but the aim remains clear: refine tactics and ensure players are match-ready for the season opener.
This fixture will be an indicator of how well the team has absorbed tactical principles and how effectively they can translate training-ground ideas into real-game performance. Fans and analysts will be watching closely as July turns into August and the competitive calendar begins to accelerate.
Elche will have two “stages” in a “challenging” pre-season at Algorfa
The club has outlined two distinct phases within the Algorfa training camp. The first phase centers on conditioning, acclimation, and the installation of the tactical framework that Beccacece intends to deploy from early in the season. The second phase focuses on match play and competitive integration against varied opposition to simulate league pressure and foster cohesion among players returning from different roles or injuries.
In the slate of friendlies following the Tenerife clash, Elche will face teams including Beccacece’s squad in parallel preparations. The aim is to sharpen adaptability, maintain high intensity, and ensure that the squad remains resilient under fatigue while preserving quality in possession and defensive organization.
Elche will have two additional friendlies in preparation for August
Two more confirmed fixtures will pit Beccacece’s side against foreign and domestic opposition, testing different styles and standards. One match will involve a team from England, and another will feature a local opponent from the Spanish calendar. Each game will be an opportunity to verify tactical plans, judge squad depth, and maximize readiness for the first league match of the season. The dates are scheduled for July with kickoff times set to early morning hours at La Finca, ensuring players can recover quickly for subsequent sessions and travel requirements.
Programs
The Franjiverde squad enters a demanding pre-season as part of a two-stage plan. The first stage emphasizes conditioning and tactical acclimation, while the second tests those ideas in match conditions against diverse opponents. The club has scheduled a sequence of friendlies designed to simulate different competitive pressures and to gauge readiness for late July and early August fixtures. The program includes a trip to La Finca for training and multiple matchdays designed to keep impingements and fatigue manageable while preserving high levels of intensity and focus across sessions.
The English opponent will provide a direct test of tempo and physicality, while the second opponent in the pre-season calendar will bring a different strategic challenge. Throughout these sessions, the emphasis remains on building team chemistry, ensuring positional discipline, and maintaining a fresh, proactive approach in both attack and defense. Attendees and followers will get a clear sense of how the team intends to compete when the league resumes in mid-August, with early indicators pointing toward a strong start if training translates to on-pitch performance.