Elche and Cartagena will clash for three points on the 19th matchday of LaLiga Hypermotion this weekend, taking place on Sunday at the Martínez Valero stadium. The Elche coach Beccacece aims to push his team into the playoff places and secure promotion to the First Division for the first time this season. Former Franjiverde captain Gonzalo Verdú faces a personal test, as his team sits at the bottom for most of the campaign.
The encounter carries a clear need for both Elche and Cartagena to demonstrate that the initial goals set at the start of the season are within reach. Verdú and his teammates carry an added burden: they have never overcome Elche at the Martínez Valero in seven previous visits, securing five home wins and two draws in those meetings.
best moment
As the halfway point of the season approaches, Elche appears to be at its best. Beccacece’s squad defeated Linares in the Copa del Rey this Thursday, reinforcing their strong Cup form.
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In a roll
Looking at recent league results, Elche stands out as a serious challenger for promotion. Over the last five matches, they have recorded three wins, one draw, and one defeat, the latter a home loss to Espanyol.
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Rival is on the rise
Cartagena has shown improvement after a rough start, scoring in four of their last five matches with three draws and one win. In their most recent outing they defeated Sporting de Gijón at home, while draws came against Tenerife, Albacete, and Oviedo.
Television coverage
All matches in this LaLiga Hypermotion category are televised through LaLiga TV. The service is connected to multiple platforms, ensuring broad access across Canada and the United States. Viewers can find the Elche-Cartagena match on Sunday at 14:00 local time at the Martínez Valero stadium.
The broadcast will be available on the networks that carry LaLiga in the region, allowing fans to watch the game live as Elche hosts Cartagena on Sunday afternoon.