Pedro Bigas began his career as captain at Elche CF during the gathering held last Sunday at the El Alcoraz stadium, where Huesca hosted the meeting. Fidel Chaves did not travel as a precaution to avoid worsening calf discomfort, and Edgar Badia stepped in. The Balearic central defender did not have the ideal start, securing his first win of the season away from home.
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The Majorcan footballer sent a message of optimism, emphasizing that the team was on the right path and backed the football model championed by coach Sebastián Beccacece. He explained that the squad had been performing well even when the results did not reflect their effort. The recent victory demonstrates progress and shows supporters who doubted the club’s philosophy that results can align with intentions. He encouraged fans to stay united and continue backing the team, reinforcing the idea that the squad is one entity, all of Elche. The captain praised the win in Huesca, the scoreline, and the way the team played, a sentiment shared through the club’s official communications.
Reflecting on the El Alcoraz clash, Bigas highlighted the team’s resilience in defense after Nico Fernández Mercau scored early. He noted that Elche struck early, which provided more opportunities from the first minute. Despite challenging field conditions that hindered their usual playing style, the squad demonstrated the ability to endure pressure and fight back against Huesca’s onslaught. He stressed their happiness with both the result and performance and urged the current momentum to continue along this correct path.
The captain also addressed supporters ahead of next Saturday’s match at the Martínez Valero stadium against Tenerife, a direct rival in the promotion race scheduled for 21.00. He affirmed the unity within the squad and the significance of fan support, expressing how the connection with the crowd fuels their efforts. The message underscored the shared goal, urging continued encouragement and participation from the stands. The team believes in its collective strength and the drive to keep pushing higher, with the next challenge viewed as another step forward in a long campaign. Bigas reiterated that the group stands ready to fight and deliver results, emphasizing that the players are all aligned in pursuit of the same objective and that momentum can help steer despite occasional tough moments.