About Elche CF
Elche CF
Elche CF is a Spanish football club from the city of Elche in the Valencian Community, competing in La Liga, the top flight of Spanish football. Founded in 1923, the club is deeply woven into the identity of its home city and has long been a familiar name in Spanish football, alternating between the top divisions while maintaining a faithful local following that takes great pride in the team's progress.
The club plays its home games at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero, a spacious arena named after a former president and one of the larger grounds in the region. Elche traditionally wear white shirts with green trim, colours that connect the side to its city and give the Franjiverdes their distinctive look on the pitch.
Squad and Approach
The present squad mixes experience with promising talent across the pitch. Up front, André Silva brings proven quality and a goalscorer's instinct, while wide man Grady Diangana offers pace and unpredictability in attack. In midfield, Federico Redondo provides balance and energy, and at the back David Affengruber adds height and defensive solidity. Adrià Pedrosa and Álex Sánchez contribute further options, helping the team stay competitive across a demanding campaign.
Elche's strength lies in cohesion, discipline and the backing of a community that lives and breathes the club. Rather than chasing grand statements, the side focuses on building a resilient, organised unit capable of holding its own against tougher opponents. With committed support and a squad shaped for hard work, Elche will keep aiming to secure its place in La Liga and grow its standing in the Spanish game.
Key players
Full squadFrequently asked questions
Elche CF competes in the La Liga.
Elche CF is a football club based in Spain.
Elche CF was founded in 1923.
Elche CF play their home matches at Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero.