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Half Time
2–2
90 Min
3–2
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Elche
4-4-2 · Eder Sarabia
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Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
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Atletico Madrid
4-4-2 · Diego Simeone
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Defenders
Midfielders
Forwards
Post-Match Analysis · Full Time
The recent clash between Elche and Atletico Madrid proved to be a significant pressure test, reshaping both teams' short-term momentum and confidence going forward. Elche entered the fixture with the expectation of being proactive in creating chances, while Atletico Madrid aimed to capitalize on their opponents' defensive weaknesses. The final score of 3-2 reflected the close contest, highlighting the importance of fine details in both finishing and game management.
In the first half, both teams entered with a 4-4-2 formation that facilitated an open and competitive match. Elche's front line put Atletico under immediate pressure, with goals from Ezequiel Ponce and an own goal from Reinildo Mandava, showcasing their dominance in transitions and forcing the visitors into defensive adjustments. Atletico managed to counter with an equalizer from Antoine Griezmann, who struck from close range after a well-executed set piece, demonstrating their tenacity in maintaining possession and converting chances created.
The second half saw Elche regain their composure and take control of the game following a swift goal from Lucas Boyé, who deftly placed his shot past Jan Oblak. As the match progressed, Atletico's Diego Simeone struggled to make effective in-game adjustments after conceding momentum to the hosts. Despite a late goal from Thomas Lemar that brought the scoreline to 3-2, the margin made it evident that fine details ultimately decided the match in favor of Elche.
As both teams continue in the league, this result underscores the importance of adaptability and precision in high-pressure situations, offering valuable lessons for Atletico Madrid while boosting Elche's confidence moving forward.
Pre-Match Analysis · Full Time
The upcoming clash between Elche and Atletico Madrid in the Primera Division on April 22, 2026, is set to serve as a significant pressure test for both teams. With momentum on the line, this match will not only be a tactical battle but also a test of character and discipline under adverse conditions. As both teams vie for vital points, the outcome could hold considerable implications for their standing in the league.
Elche enters this match with heightened expectations, presenting them as early favorites. The team's tactical approach is likely to focus on proactive chance creation, aiming to take advantage of any defensive lapses from their opponents. Eder Sarabia, the manager of Elche, will be under scrutiny regarding the effectiveness of his pressing strategy and the organization of the rest-defense. Striking a balance between aggressive pressing and ensuring stability at the back will be essential, particularly if Atletico Madrid manages to find its rhythm in the attacking third.
On the other hand, Atletico Madrid, led by the experienced Diego Simeone, will likely adopt a strategic approach emphasizing strong defensive solidity and quick transitions. Their formation of 4-4-2 indicates a focus on maintaining numerical superiority in midfield, allowing them to effectively counteract Elche's attacking intent. Should the match remain tied after the first hour, the timing of substitutions by Simeone could prove crucial. Fresh legs off the bench may provide Atletico with the spark needed to break the deadlock, especially given the physical demands of this fixture.
As the match unfolds, the effectiveness of each coach's tactical decisions and their players' responses to pressure will likely determine the outcome. Ensuring a clean sheet while maximizing chances created in the opponent's half could be the key to success for either team in this critical fixture.
Today's attendance is 27587
Both teams could have won today but Elche just managed to carve out the victory
That's it! The referee blows the final whistle
Ball possession: Elche: 72%, Atletico Madrid: 28%.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
German Valera relieves the pressure with a clearance
Pedro Bigas from Elche intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The referee signals a free kick as Lucas Cepeda from Elche trips Nico Gonzalez
Nahuel Molina relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The fourth official shows there are 3 minute(s) of time to be added
Goal kick for Elche
Ball possession: Elche: 72%, Atletico Madrid: 28%.
The referee signals a free kick as David Affengruber from Elche trips Nico Gonzalez
Alvaro Rodriguez is penalised for pushing Nahuel Molina
Goal kick for Elche
Johnny Cardoso fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Gonzalo Villar successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Antoine Griezmann is blocked
Pedro Bigas from Elche intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Antoine Griezmann swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped while the referee talks to the players.
Antoine Griezmann shoots from outside the box, but Matias Dituro has it under control
Antoine Griezmann tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Matias Dituro
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Aleix Febas from Elche trips Johnny Cardoso
Marc Pubill from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Atletico Madrid
Alvaro Rodriguez from Elche sends an effort wide of target
Alvaro Rodriguez goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Alvaro Rodriguez but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Alvaro Rodriguez finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Ball possession: Elche: 74%, Atletico Madrid: 26%.
David Affengruber from Elche intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
German Valera relieves the pressure with a clearance
David Affengruber from Elche intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
David Affengruber from Elche intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Antoine Griezmann swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Atletico Madrid
Elche are trying to create something here.
Leo Petrot is leaving the field to be replaced by Pedro Bigas in a tactical substitution.
Goal kick for Atletico Madrid
Elche are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Elche
The cross by Nahuel Molina from Atletico Madrid successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Clement Lenglet relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Elche: 74%, Atletico Madrid: 26%.
Alvaro Rodriguez from Elche sends an effort wide of target
Alvaro Rodriguez goes for goal, but the shot lacks precision and sails wide
Space opens up for Alvaro Rodriguez but his finish goes wide of the target. Could have done better there.
Chance! Alvaro Rodriguez finds some room for a shot but fails to work the keeper. It's a goal kick
The cross by German Valera from Elche successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Elche are trying to create something here.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
A chance presents itself to David Affengruber from Elche but his header goes wide
David Affengruber provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Andre Silva scores with the right foot!
Elche take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The cross by Lucas Cepeda from Elche successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Josan from Elche takes a short corner kick from the left.
Ball possession: Elche: 73%, Atletico Madrid: 27%.
Javier Bonar from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Good effort by Andre Silva as he directs a shot on target, but Jan Oblak saves it
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The cross by Josan from Elche successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Nahuel Molina from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Goal kick for Atletico Madrid
Gonzalo Villar fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Clement Lenglet from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Josan swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Marc Pubill from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
German Valera hand-balls
German Valera controls the ball with his hand
Alvaro Rodriguez from Elche is ruled offside
Martim Neto is leaving the field to be replaced by Lucas Cepeda in a tactical substitution.
Rafa Mir is leaving the field to be replaced by Alvaro Rodriguez in a tactical substitution.
Tete Morente is leaving the field to be replaced by Josan in a tactical substitution.
Lucas Cepeda shoots from outside the box, but Jan Oblak has it under control
Lucas Cepeda tries his luck from distance but his effort ends up safely in the hands of Jan Oblak
The referee signals a free kick as Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid trips Lucas Cepeda
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Elche: 75%, Atletico Madrid: 25%.
The referee signals a free kick as Gonzalo Villar from Elche trips Nahuel Molina
Clement Lenglet successfully blocks the shot
A shot by Gonzalo Villar is blocked
Elche are trying to create something here.
German Valera from Elche takes a short corner kick from the left.
Marc Pubill relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elche are trying to create something here.
Javier Bonar relieves the pressure with a clearance
Nahuel Molina from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
German Valera from Elche takes a short corner kick from the right.
Antoine Griezmann from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Marc Pubill from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Alejandro Baena is leaving the field to be replaced by Giuliano Simeone in a tactical substitution.
Rodrigo Mendoza is leaving the field to be replaced by Antoine Griezmann in a tactical substitution.
Obed Vargas is leaving the field to be replaced by Pablo Barrios in a tactical substitution.
Martim Neto is penalised for pushing Nico Gonzalez
Elche are trying to create something here.
Ball possession: Elche: 74%, Atletico Madrid: 26%.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Johnny Cardoso from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
German Valera swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Buba Sangare is leaving the field to be replaced by Victor Chust in a tactical substitution.
Gonzalo Villar from Elche takes a short corner kick from the right.
Johnny Cardoso hand-balls
Johnny Cardoso controls the ball with his hand
The referee signals a free kick as German Valera from Elche trips Javier Bonar
Goal kick for Atletico Madrid
Ball possession: Elche: 73%, Atletico Madrid: 27%.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Elche start a counter attack
Aleix Febas makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Rafa Mir sends a header towards goal, but Jan Oblak is there to comfortably save it
The cross by Martim Neto from Elche successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Rodrigo Mendoza from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Clement Lenglet from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Elche: 71%, Atletico Madrid: 29%.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Elche are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Johnny Cardoso from Atletico Madrid trips Aleix Febas
Goal kick for Atletico Madrid
Julio Diaz is leaving the field to be replaced by Marc Pubill in a tactical substitution.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Alejandro Baena from Atletico Madrid is ruled offside
Robin Le Normand is leaving the field to be replaced by Nahuel Molina in a tactical substitution.
The second half is underway
The two sides have been very evenly matched in the 1st half
It's over! The referee blows for half time
Ball possession: Elche: 71%, Atletico Madrid: 29%.
Goal kick for Elche
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Martim Neto wins an air challenge against Nico Gonzalez
Aleix Febas from Elche intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Alejandro Baena swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
German Valera from Elche intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Ball possession: Elche: 72%, Atletico Madrid: 28%.
The referee runs back to show Buba Sangare from Elche a yellow card for the previous foul.
Aleix Febas commits a rough foul on an opponent and goes into the referee's book
Atletico Madrid start a counter attack
Clement Lenglet from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Reckless challenge there. Aleix Febas commits a rough foul on Alejandro Baena
Gonzalo Villar swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Julio Diaz from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Safe hands from Matias Dituro as he comes out and claims the ball
Buba Sangare from Elche intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Javier Bonar from Atletico Madrid trips Martim Neto
Elche take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The fourth official shows there are 6 minute(s) of time to be added
Leo Petrot relieves the pressure with a clearance
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
German Valera relieves the pressure with a clearance
Ball possession: Elche: 73%, Atletico Madrid: 27%.
Goal kick for Atletico Madrid
German Valera from Elche tries to score from outside the penalty box. Unfortunately the effort is just outside the frame. Close!
Elche with a potentially dangerous attack.
Buba Sangare is penalised for pushing Obed Vargas
Robin Le Normand from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Safe hands from Jan Oblak as he comes out and claims the ball
Clement Lenglet successfully blocks the shot
The cross by German Valera from Elche successfully finds a teammate in the box.
A shot by Gonzalo Villar is blocked
German Valera from Elche takes a short corner kick from the left.
Javier Bonar from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Johnny Cardoso from Atletico Madrid trips Gonzalo Villar
Ball possession: Elche: 71%, Atletico Madrid: 29%.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped because there is a player lying on the pitch.
Johnny Cardoso from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Julio Diaz pulls a player from the opposite team by the shirt and is booked
Obstruction as Julio Diaz cuts off the run of Buba Sangare. A free-kick is awarded.
Elche are in control of the ball.
A fantastic individual effort by Nico Gonzalez!
With that goal, Atletico Madrid equalised. Game on!
GOAL! After a review of the situation, the referee changed the initial decision and awards a goal for Atletico Madrid!
The referee is not having the complaints from Clement Lenglet who is given a yellow card for dissent
Ball possession: Elche: 69%, Atletico Madrid: 31%.
VAR - GOAL! - The referee has stopped the play. VAR check in progress, a potential goal for Atletico Madrid.
Robin Le Normand provided the assist for the goal.
Goal kick for Elche
G O O O O A A A L - Nico Gonzalez from Atletico Madrid heads the ball from close range into the net.
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
G O O O A A A L - Andre Silva from Elche puts it away from the penalty spot with the right foot! Jan Oblak chose the wrong side.
SENT OFF! - Thiago Almada pulls an opponent's shirt and receives a red card
PENALTY! - Thiago Almada pulls David Affengruber by the shirt and the referee awards a spot kick!
Thiago Almada could cost his team a goal after a defensive blunder.
Elche are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Elche: 71%, Atletico Madrid: 29%.
The referee signals a free kick as Rodrigo Mendoza from Atletico Madrid trips Aleix Febas
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Robin Le Normand from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Obstruction as Johnny Cardoso cuts off the run of German Valera. A free-kick is awarded.
Clement Lenglet from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Rafa Mir swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Julio Diaz relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elche with a potentially dangerous attack.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
The game is restarted
Play has been stopped while the referee talks to the players.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
German Valera swings in the ball from a corner on the right, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Ball possession: Elche: 70%, Atletico Madrid: 30%.
Clement Lenglet from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Clement Lenglet relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Javier Bonar relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Atletico Madrid
Javier Bonar from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Clement Lenglet from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
The referee signals a free kick as Rodrigo Mendoza from Atletico Madrid trips Martim Neto
Elche take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Ball possession: Elche: 67%, Atletico Madrid: 33%.
Atletico Madrid are in control of the ball.
David Affengruber relieves the pressure with a clearance
Matias Dituro relieves the pressure with a clearance
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
With that goal, Elche equalised. Game on!
Tete Morente provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - David Affengruber scores with the right foot!
Clement Lenglet from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Aleix Febas swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Robin Le Normand from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
The cross by Martim Neto from Elche successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Johnny Cardoso from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Buba Sangare from Elche takes a short corner kick from the right.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Clement Lenglet relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Elche: 68%, Atletico Madrid: 32%.
Elche take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Elche take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Elche are in control of the ball.
Buba Sangare makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
The referee signals a free kick as Buba Sangare from Elche trips Obed Vargas
Atletico Madrid are in control of the ball.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Atletico Madrid managed to score the important first goal. Will they build on that?
Ball possession: Elche: 68%, Atletico Madrid: 32%.
Rodrigo Mendoza provided the assist for the goal.
G O O O A A A L - Nico Gonzalez scores with the left foot!
Atletico Madrid start a counter attack
Nico Gonzalez makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Buba Sangare makes the tackle and wins possession for his team
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Robin Le Normand from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Clement Lenglet relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Nico Gonzalez relieves the pressure with a clearance
Goal kick for Elche
Nico Gonzalez fails to find the target with a shot from outside the box
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Safe hands from Jan Oblak as he comes out and claims the ball
Elche are in control of the ball.
Buba Sangare relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elche take a throw-in in the opponent's half of the field
Julio Diaz relieves the pressure with a clearance
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche are in control of the ball.
Ball possession: Elche: 68%, Atletico Madrid: 32%.
The referee signals a free kick as Rodrigo Mendoza from Atletico Madrid trips Aleix Febas
Goal kick for Elche
Leo Petrot relieves the pressure with a clearance
Atletico Madrid are trying to create something here.
Atletico Madrid take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Elche are in control of the ball.
Julio Diaz from Atletico Madrid is ruled offside
Elche take a throw-in in their own half of the field
Atletico Madrid kick-off, and the game is underway.
Rafa Mir from Elche fails to connect properly on the volley and sends the ball wide of target
The cross by German Valera from Elche successfully finds a teammate in the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
Elche are in control of the ball.
The referee signals a free kick as Thiago Almada from Atletico Madrid trips Aleix Febas
Elche are trying to create something here.
Jan Oblak from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
German Valera swings in the ball from a corner on the left, but it is nowhere near a teammate.
Javier Bonar from Atletico Madrid intercepts a cross aimed towards the box.
Elche are trying to create something here.
The pitch is in fantastic condition today and the players are enjoying the surface.
A perfect day for football with glorious sunshine.
The kick-off has been delayed.
The referee starts the match
Welcome to Estadio Martinez Valero, the match will start in about 5 minutes.
Welcome to Estadio Martinez Valero where the two teams take the field for the start of this match.
Welcome to Estadio Martinez Valero where we are eagerly awaiting the arrival of the two teams
Welcome to Estadio Martinez Valero, where we await the arrival of today's teams.
Welcome to Estadio Martinez Valero, now all we need are the two teams.
Welcome to today's crucial game from Estadio Martinez Valero. We are awaiting the arrival of both teams, in anticipation of a great match!
Local broadcast partners for Jersey have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Jersey broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Elche vs Atletico Madrid kicks off in Jersey on Wednesday 22 April 2026 at 18:00 BST.
Local broadcast partners for Jersey have not been confirmed at the time of writing. Check official Jersey broadcast partners or your local rights holder for confirmed coverage.
Team news has not been confirmed yet.
The last 8 meetings between Elche and Atletico Madrid are listed as 0 Elche wins, 0 draws, and 0 Atletico Madrid wins.
This is a LaLiga match in Round 0 at an unlisted venue in Jersey, country not provided.
Status
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Winner
Elche
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