Elche host Valencia in an important La Liga clash, with both teams battling to secure their positions above the relegation zone.
Prediction: Double Chance - Valencia or Draw (2X)
Valencia’s better recent form and strong head-to-head record suggest they are unlikely to lose this encounter.
Elche have struggled significantly in the second half of the season, slipping back into the relegation zone. Although they managed a 2-1 win over Mallorca in their last home match, they returned to losing ways in the defeat against Rayo Vallecano. With only one victory since the start of the year, consistency remains a major issue. However, Elche have been relatively competitive at home, with only Villarreal and Barcelona managing to win at their stadium so far this season.
Valencia, meanwhile, arrive in better form, winning three of their last five matches and moving six points clear of danger. Their recent away victory against Sevilla boosted confidence, although they have struggled to maintain consistency on the road and have yet to record consecutive away wins this season. Still, Valencia remain unbeaten in their last six meetings with Elche, which gives them psychological advantage heading into this match.
