Espanyol vs Elche

Espanyol has recorded two wins and a draw in its six matches, most recently falling to Rayo Vallecano after a win at Osasuna. Roberto Fernández leads their attack with six goals over the listed matches, while Javier Hernandez has contributed four assists over the listed matches and M. Dmitrović has made 19 saves. The best-rated over the listed matches was Roberto Fernández. Elche has struggled for consistency, failing to secure a win in its six listed matches and drawing two. Fer Niño has scored three goals over the listed matches, while L. Cepeda and Tete Morente have each provided two assists over the listed matches. Goalkeeper M. Dituro has made 14 saves and conceded nine goals over the listed matches, with Fer Niño standing as the best-rated over the listed matches.

Espanyol holds the advantage in their recent meetings, having won one and drawn one of their two encounters. The most recent match between these two resulted in a draw in March.

• Espanyol enters without J. Puado, Jofre, and K. Garcia, three of the five ruled out or in doubt.
• Elche is without Y. Santiago, the only player reported out for the side.
• Espanyol scored 6 goals in the first half over the listed matches, whereas Elche conceded 10 in the same period.
• Roberto Fernández has scored 6 goals over the listed matches for Espanyol.
• Fer Niño has scored 3 goals over the listed matches for Elche.

Espanyol looks better placed to take the points given their superior defensive record and the attacking form of Roberto Fernández, who has netted six goals over the listed matches. While Elche's Fer Niño has been a reliable source of goals with three over the listed matches, their inability to keep a clean sheet remains a significant hurdle. The hosts have shown more consistency in their recent results and look the stronger side on paper.