Eldre continues to prepare for Copa del Rey clash between Eldense and Athletic Bilbao
In the town of Elda, the Citizens’ Safety and Sports Departments, along with the special traffic and safety unit, have organized a comprehensive plan for the King’s Cup match to be held at the Pepico Amat stadium this Thursday at 21:00. The aim is to provide a smooth experience for fans arriving by car and to manage the flow of people through careful traffic control and safe parking options. The dirt field adjacent to the historic Pepico Amat site has been designated as a parking area to accommodate attendees who travel by private vehicle. This measure helps relieve crowding around the stadium and ensures a safer, more orderly arrival process for everyone.
With the goal of supporting a large turnout, the Eldense authorities have also reserved Las Agualejas street, near the Children’s Traffic Park, as a dedicated parking zone for buses bringing Athletic supporters. This separation of vehicle types aims to minimize traffic conflicts and streamline bus arrivals away from pedestrian zones. Community leaders emphasize the importance of responsible travel and organized parking as part of the match day experience.
To prevent crashes and crowding around Nuevo Pepico Amat, specific streets such as Heidelberg Street, Camilo José Cela Boulevard, and the areas between Bolonia and Rafael Ayala streets, along with Sector 9 street parallel to Liège street, will be monitored and regulated. Local authorities advise fans to avoid using private vehicles when possible and to walk short distances instead, supporting safer and more sustainable transport on match day.
Eldense-Athletic encounter delayed by one hour will see stadium capacity adjustments as officials respond to security and crowd management needs. The security plan calls for close to a hundred personnel, including local police, national police, civil protection, red cross volunteers, and private security contractors, all coordinated to ensure a secure environment for spectators. This multi-agency collaboration reflects a strong commitment to safety and orderly operations for a high-profile event in the community. The information is provided by the city council and cited by official safety briefings.