Elche

Elche enter this La Liga campaign under the guidance of manager Martin Anselmi, looking to establish themselves after earning promotion back to Spanish football's top flight. The club has traditionally been associated with a fighting spirit and resilience, often relying on compact defensive organization and disciplined effort to compete against sides with greater resources, a hallmark of clubs that regularly navigate the challenges of top-flight survival.

The early numbers from this season paint a difficult picture for Anselmi's side. Through four matches, Elche remain winless with a record of 0 wins, 1 draw, and 3 losses, having scored 5 goals while conceding 12, a goal difference of minus 7 that points to significant defensive vulnerabilities. Their current form of DLLL underscores the struggles, and the fact they have failed to keep a single clean sheet in four outings suggests the back line has yet to find any real stability. Notably, their home form has been particularly concerning, with two matches played and two losses, while away from home they have shown at least some resistance, picking up a draw alongside a defeat in two fixtures.

Statistically, Elche have shown they can find the net, having scored in three of their four matches, which suggests some attacking threat remains even amid the broader struggles. However, conceding 12 goals in just four games is the most pressing concern and will likely be the primary focus for Anselmi as he looks to shore up his side defensively. For a club aiming to consolidate its return to La Liga, tightening up at the back while preserving whatever attacking spark has produced their five goals will be essential in the matches ahead.