Elche vs Atletico Madrid Match Preview

The La Liga clash at Estadio Manuel Martínez Valero in Elche kicks off on 22 April 2026 at 17:00 UTC. Elche enter the fixture sitting 18th with 32 points and a goal difference of -8, fighting in the Relegation - LaLiga2 zone. Atletico Madrid arrive in 4th place on 57 points with a +19 goal difference, targeting the Champions League (League phase) spots. This is a regular league match, not a cup 1/8 final.

Elche & Atletico Madrid Availability

Elche have one confirmed absentee: Adam Boayar (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. The rest of their listed squad is available, including creative midfielder Martim Neto, who has contributed 5 assists and 2 goals.

Atletico Madrid face a heavier injury list. J. M. Gimenez (Injury) is sidelined. D. Hancko (Injury) is sidelined. A. Lookman (Muscle Injury) is sidelined. A. Sorloth (Contusion) is sidelined. M. Ruggeri (Injury) is doubtful. A. Sorloth, with 10 league goals from 30 appearances, is a major blow in attack.

Impact Summary

Elche lose depth in attack with Boayar unavailable but retain their key creator Martim Neto. Atletico Madrid, however, are without their leading scorer A. Sorloth and several defenders, significantly reducing their attacking output and defensive stability ahead of this crucial trip.