Elche will be hosting Eldense at the Estadio Martinez Valero this weekend in hopes of securing a spot in the automatic promotion spots. Elche has been performing exceptionally well in the Segunda division this season and is only two points away from reaching the top. They recently managed to secure a 1-1 draw against Real Oviedo, another team vying for promotion. Elche has only suffered two defeats in their last 17 Segunda appearances, with their last loss dating back to November 8th. In their previous home game, Elche defeated Castellon with a score of 3-1. Impressively, Elche has won their last eight consecutive second-tier matches at the Estadio Martinez Valero, scoring a total of 19 goals and conceding only three.
Elche will be missing former Clermont striker Elbasan Rashani, who has not made an appearance in the Segunda division for the past couple of months. However, Marc Aguado might make a return to the squad after missing the game against Real Oviedo. Pejino, who joined Elche on loan from La Liga side Las Palmas in January, will be hoping to make his full Segunda debut. Veteran goalkeeper Matias Dituro will start in goal for Elche.
On the other hand, Eldense has shown improvement in recent weeks. They are currently just one point away from escaping the relegation zone. Despite starting March with a 2-1 defeat against Levante, Eldense has only lost one out of their last six Segunda appearances. They secured a surprising 4-2 victory against Zaragoza in their away game earlier this month. Eldense has also been successful on the road, earning 10 points from their last four away matches.
Eldense will be without former Cadiz starlet Ivan Chapela, who has not featured since the beginning of the year. However, 30-year-old Pina, who served a one-match suspension last week, could return to the defense. Masca, who joined Eldense from Real Oviedo in January, will likely lead the attack. Victor Camarasa and Sergio Ortuno will partner in midfield.
Key factors to consider in this match include Elche’s impressive home record, having won their last eight Segunda matches at the Estadio Martinez Valero by a margin of 19-3. Eldense has only suffered one defeat in their last six Segunda appearances and has earned 10 points from their previous four away matches. Elche has scored at least two goals in their last four Segunda matches at home, but they have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last five appearances.
In conclusion, Elche is determined to continue their winning streak at home and secure a promotion spot. However, Eldense has shown improvement and has been successful on the road. Considering these factors, it is likely that there will be over 1.5 goals scored in this match. The best odds for this outcome can be found at Olympusbet.
