the Guerreras-Iberdrola League 2023-2024 schedule was unveiled this Tuesday under the auspices of the Royal Spanish Handball Federation (RFEBM). The season opened with a clash between two storied clubs, AtticGo Elche and Costa del Sol Malaga, setting the stage for a final that promises to mirror last year’s suspenseful conclusion, where the Andalusian squad edged ahead in the final decisive game.
AtticGo Elche: pride of runners-up
the roster and the coaching staff have signaled a determined effort to reclaim the top spot, building on a difficult campaign and a strong finish. the Elche club remains one of the league’s notable contenders, with a history of resilient performances and a fan base that expects a high-intensity pursuit of the title.
the upcoming Saturday, September 2, the teams will meet again at the Esperanza Lag pavilion in Elche for a crucial duel. this match will serve as a meaningful measure of each side’s competitive potential and readiness for the battles ahead in the league schedule.
AtticGo Elche doing its homework
the club has focused on fundamental aspects of preparation, aiming to sharpen execution in both offense and defense. the return of Elda Prestige to the highest category after an eleven-year hiatus adds a layer of regional rivalry and tactical interest to the season, as the team returns to the spotlight on the Motive.co Gijon track.
Elda Prestigio returns to the highest category after eleven years
the home debut for Elda will take place at the City of Elda-Florentino Ibáñez mansion, on Wednesday, September 6. One of the season’s most attractive fixtures features a meeting between Elda Prestigio and Super Amara Bera Bera, the latter entering the season as a clear favorite in the pursuit of the league crown.
the draw announced yesterday also revealed two provincial derbies set to reemerge next season, with Alicante province welcoming two local teams back into the Guerreras-Iberdrola League after a period away from the spotlight.
atticGo Elche and Elda Prestigio are scheduled to clash on November 4 at the Elche pavilion during the tenth round, and again on March 16 at the Elda stadium, the penultimate round of the campaign.
Elda Prestigio ready to return to Liga Guerreras-Iberdrola
the season is expected to deliver two highly engaging matches for players and fans alike.
format changes
the league adopts a double-round format for Guerreras-Iberdrola. in the closing stages, the top eight teams will compete for the title, while the remaining teams fight to secure their position and a potential path to European contention.
the play-off system remains, but the structure is adjusted. instead of a straightforward three-game elimination with the last two games hosting advantage in the regular season standings, the format is a round trip for the final phase. this change aligns with the broader objectives of balancing competition and preserving European qualification pathways for the clubs, as well as the Copa de la Reina considerations.
this approach, similar to the prior season, aims to deliver a more balanced and entertaining spectacle. it was evident in the previous campaign when AtticGo Elche and Costa del Sol Málaga advanced to the final after eliminating strong favorites such as Super Amara Bera Bera and Rocasa Gran Canaria.