Ezequiel Ponce has stood out as one of Turkey’s most remarkable talents, and he continued to leave a strong impression during Elche CF’s recent preseason. In a friendly at La Nucía, the fixture finished with a 0-3 scoreline, and Ponce was at the heart of the action, scoring the first two goals and showing he has a precise sense of where to place his finishes. With La Liga approaching, the start of the season looms large as Elche prepares to face Real Betis on the opening Monday. The club, already in its centennial year, has enjoyed strong support from the fans, who have been rallying behind the team every step of the way. The message from the squad is clear: this is a year to contribute consistently, game after game, and seize every opportunity to prove themselves. There is a shared determination among the players to embrace the challenge ahead and push the club toward a successful campaign.
On a personal level, Ponce reported strong feelings after finishing the preseason. He stressed that the most important outcome is the team’s momentum and cohesion. Keeping the group aligned with the coach’s plan will be essential as competition intensifies. Ponce emphasized that sustaining team harmony remains a priority and that hard work from the squad is the foundation for whatever the season demands. The attacker noted that the collective effort during the preseason was solid, and the focus now shifts to translating that work into results on matchday. He also highlighted the importance of continuing to execute the coach’s instructions and trusting the process to deliver when the season starts.
Ponce spoke positively about the team’s preseason performance, saying they had put in a demanding and productive block of work and were making adjustments ahead of their first match against Betis. There was particular pride in the growing attacking chemistry with Roger Martí, the club’s latest signing, with whom he formed a complementary partnership during the La Nucía stint. He described the understanding with Martí as natural and reassuring, noting that both players raise each other’s level. The Argentine forward also expressed optimism about Lucas Boyé, praising him as a crucial component of the offensive setup and looking forward to integrating him smoothly into the attack.
Beyond personal form, Ponce invited fans to stay engaged and continue supporting the season-ticket drive. He underscored the team’s commitment to sacrifice and to delivering high-quality performances week after week, aiming to leave Elche in a strong position as the campaign unfolds. The forward’s remarks came after a solid return to action at the Camilo Cano venue, where he appeared fully recovered from the muscle issues that briefly limited his pre-season involvement. The goals he scored in La Nucía served as a clear signal that Elche can rely on him as a top reference in the league. With the league set to begin at the Benito Villamarín stadium next Monday, Ponce and Martí are seen as the leading starters tasked with shouldering the offensive load and driving the team forward into the new season.