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Elche Edges Out Oviedo in Tense Encounter at Martínez Valero
Elche C.F. secured a hard-fought victory at home against Real Oviedo in a match dominated by possession but not without its share of tension. The lone goal of the game arrived early, in the 9th minute, courtesy of Andre Silva, who capitalized on a well-crafted play to put the home side ahead.
Despite the lead, Elche failed to translate their superior ball control (63% possession) into more goals. Oviedo, on the other hand, showed grit and created chances, albeit with less effectiveness. The visitors managed 12 shots, but only 4 troubled the Elche goalkeeper.
The match was characterized by intensity and midfield battles. Referee Miguel Sesma Espinosa was compelled to issue yellow cards to maintain order, cautioning two Elche players (Bigas and Affengruber) and two from Oviedo (Dendoncker and Rondon). In total, Oviedo committed 18 fouls, while Elche committed 9. The match, corresponding to the fifth round of La Liga, was played at the Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero in Elche. Ultimately, Elche took the three points at stake after a hard-fought game. The final score was 1 to 0.
Substitutions oviedo: at minute 58 J. Brekalo came in and I. Chaira went out., at minute 58 H. Hassan came in and S. Cazorla went out., at minute 65 N. Vidal came in and L. Ahijado went out., at minute 71 K. Sibo came in and A. Reina went out., at minute 71 L. Ilic came in and A. Fores went out.
Substitutions elche: at minute 72 M. Neto came in and G. Diangana went out., at minute 72 G. Valera came in and L. Petrot went out., at minute 78 Josan came in and H. Fort went out., at minute 87 R. Mir came in and B. Diaby went out., at minute 87 R. Mendoza came in and M. Aguado went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Elche
Oviedo
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