Espanyol vs Elche Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 18 Sep 2026
Espanyol vs Elche Predictions
We really like Espanyol at odds of -114 with BetMGM to beat Elche, with this Full-Time Result bet making lots of appeal. There’s a nice potential return and we think a victory could be on the cards.
Check out the complete Espanyol vs Elche betting breakdown below, highlighting the logic behind our main match prediction, as well as our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
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Espanyol take on bottom-of-the-table Elche at RCDE Stadium, with kick-off set for 15:00 on Friday 18 September.
Espanyol have collected seven points from their first six La Liga games. Los Periquitos suffered a 2-1 defeat away to Rayo Vallecano at Estadio Butarque last time out, having 46% possession and registering five shots on target, with Roberto Fernandez finding the net.
Elche remain winless in La Liga, picking up just two points from their opening six matches. They were beaten 3-2 at home by Real Madrid at Estadio Martínez Valero in their previous outing. Martin Anselmi's side enjoyed 56% possession and recorded three shots on target, with Abiel Osorio and Fer Nino on the scoresheet.
H2H: 2-2 Draw When Teams Last Met
Espanyol have gone unbeaten in their past six matches against Elche, with the last clash ending in a 2-2 draw at Estadio Martínez Valero. The previous 8 H2H meetings have featured four draws, three wins for Espanyol and just one for Elche.
| La Liga | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 |  Espanyol |
11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 13 | 14 | -1 | 13:14 | 11 |
| 16 |  Elche |
10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 14 | 17 | -3 | 14:17 | 10 |
4 wins, 4 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.5 goals from 4.4 shots on goal and 11.7 attempts. Espanyol have had 46.3% possession, 362.2 passes and 3.1 corners per game. On average, the Barcelona team have conceded 1.1 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 13.7 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 5.3 corners.
Top goalscorer is Roberto Fernandez on 7 goals, while Tyrhys Dolan and Kike Garcia have both bagged 2. Javi Hernandez is the leading assists maker with 4, while goalie Marko Dmitrovic has 3 clean sheets.
Elche have 1 victory, 5 defeats and 4 draws, with an average of 4.1 shots on goal, 10.9 attempts and 1.2 goals. Los Franjiverdes average 53.9% possession, 471.3 passes, 4.1 corners awarded and 4.0 corners against, while 2.0 goals have been conceded from 12.3 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal.
Fer Nino is the leading scorer with 3 goals, followed by Alvaro Rodriguez on 2, with Abiel Osorio and two others bagging 1. Josan, Lucas Cepeda and Tete Morente have all made 2 assists in the last 10 games, while Matias Dituro has one clean sheet.
Confirmed Lineups
Espanyol confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Marko Dmitrovic (GK), Jose Angel Lopez, Unai Nunez, Leandro Cabrera, Roger Hinojo, Edu Exposito, Urko Gonzalez de Zarate, Alex Calatrava, Javi Hernandez, Bryan Zaragoza, Roberto Fernandez.
Elche confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Matias Dituro (GK), Buba Sangare, Federico Redondo, Victor Chust, Roy Revivo, Thomas Lemar, Javi Morcillo, Gonzalo Villar, Lucas Cepeda, Fer Nino, German Valera.
Main Match Prediction
There are several reasons to back Espanyol, especially considering that you can get value odds of -114. We think that Los Periquitos will have too much in hand for this La Liga encounter.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
Our football experts are keen to follow the latest form and understand any patterns that emerge. The same applies to injuries that could affect key players. Combined with the best La Liga stats, there is plenty of information to make a verdict.
According to the top bookies, our pick has a 53.2% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability close to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.
The Match Result & Total market not only gives you an opportunity to bet on Espanyol to win but also combine this pick with a prediction for how many goals will be scored.
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Correct Score Prediction
2
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1
Elche
Our prediction for the correct score is Espanyol to land a 2-1 victory and this is available at +700. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.
Player Prop Picks
Javi Hernández (Espanyol) is available to register a minimum of one shot on goal at -111. All things considered, we think that the betting odds are really appealing when it comes to backing him on the Shots Target market.
Marcos Fernández (Espanyol) is available to be among the goals at +145. Using all evidence, we are happy to back him to find the net on the Anytime Goalscorer market.
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Corners Prediction
The 8.5 Total Corners line has not been covered in four consecutive Espanyol home matches, while the same outcome has happened in two straight Elche games. We’re willing to wager the -102 when it comes to the sides being short of the Total Corners line which looks appealing.
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Bet Builder Tips
Get in the game with a bet builder. Our picks are Espanyol to triumph, three or more goals merged with Javi Hernández (Espanyol) to have one or more shots on target.
We advise a bet builder as it can be a fun approach when betting on a football game. Many bettors like to create a personalised bet which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.
Espanyol vs Elche Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With the bookies giving them a 56% probability of winning, Espanyol might be a popular acca pick. Their current betting odds are -127 when it comes to triumphing in this La Liga clash. Elche are the underdogs at +360 which implies a lesser percentage prospect of winning.
Stake is split between -0.5 and -1.0 when betting Espanyol -0.75 at -102 on the Asian Handicap. Beating Elche by 2+ goals sees a full payout. Winning by one goal means a return on the former and a push on the latter.
The Total Goals odds suggest that Over 2.5 is a strong probability in this contest. If you think that both sides will end up scoring, then the Both Teams to Score Yes option can be backed at -147.
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Favourite Roberto Fernández is available at +310 to be the First Goalscorer. Similar odds apply if you’re interested in him to score the last goal.
Stats: Last 10 League matches only.
Espanyol have managed five draws, three losses and two victories in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 1.10.
Elche have gone without an away win in the last six games. Los Franjiverdes have managed six losses, three draws and one victory in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.90.
Espanyol overcame Elche 1-0 when the sides last met at RCDE Stadium. There have been two Espanyol victories, one Elche win and one draw in the past 4 H2H games at RCDE Stadium.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Espanyol Home Stats |
2-5-3 | 2.30 | 1.20 | 1.10 | 4 | 6 | 6 | 4 | |
| Elche Away Stats |
1-3-6 | 3.00 | 1.10 | 1.90 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 1 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- La Liga: 01/03 2026 Elche 2 Espanyol 2
- La Liga: 25/10 2025 Espanyol 1 Elche 0
- La Liga 2: 27/04 2024 Elche 2 Espanyol 2
- La Liga 2: 18/11 2023 Espanyol 2 Elche 0
- La Liga: 19/02 2023 Elche 0 Espanyol 1
- La Liga: 23/10 2022 Espanyol 2 Elche 2
- La Liga: 10/01 2022 Espanyol 1 Elche 2
- La Liga: 23/10 2021 Elche 2 Espanyol 2
Espanyol League Stats
Elche League Stats
- 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 3 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 1 win, 6 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 2.00 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.10 corners awarded and 5.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 4.20 corners awarded and 4.80 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.00 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.10 corners awarded and 4.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.60 corners awarded and 5.20 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 8.10 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.80 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 46.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.10% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 53.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Espanyol this season are Roberto Fernandez (6), Alex Calatrava (1), Marcos Fernandez (1)
- Top Assistors for Espanyol this season are Javi Hernandez (4), Marcos Fernandez (1), Omar El Hilali (1)
Espanyol vs Elche Lineups & Team News
Make sure you're up to date on the Espanyol vs Elche team news before betting. Receive the predicted and confirmed La Liga lineups from us, plus the most recent injury updates.
Espanyol Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Elche Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Espanyol Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Elche Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3
Espanyol Substitutes
- 1Angel Fortuno
- 3Quilindschy Hartman
- 5Clemens Riedel
- 10Pol Lozano
- 11Pere Milla
- 16Vanja Drkusic
- 18Marcos Fernandez
- 20Gabriel Moscardo
- 24Tyrhys Dolan
- 26Rafel Bauza
- 29Victor Mullerat
- 31Llorenc Serred
Elche Substitutes
- 6Pedro Bigas
- 8Marc Aguado
- 9Ezequiel Ponce
- 10Facundo Buonanotte
- 13Alejandro Iturbe
- 16Martim Neto
- 17Josan
- 19Grady Diangana
- 20Tete Morente
- 22Ruben Sanchez
- 24Abiel Osorio
- 26Matia Barzic
Previous Espanyol Lineups
Previous Elche Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Espanyol Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Manolo Gonzalez
Elche Player Stats & Squad
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona | 11 | 10 | 0 | 1 | 46:12 | 30 |
| 2 | Atlético Madrid | 11 | 9 | 1 | 1 | 22:8 | 28 |
| 3 | Real Madrid | 10 | 8 | 0 | 2 | 25:10 | 24 |
| 4 | Real Betis | 11 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 18:15 | 23 |
| 5 | Real Sociedad | 10 | 6 | 1 | 3 | 19:18 | 19 |
| 6 | Sevilla | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 16:16 | 17 |
| 7 | Athletic Club | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 12:9 | 12 |
| 8 | Villarreal | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 15:15 | 12 |
| 9 | Celta Vigo | 11 | 2 | 6 | 3 | 10:10 | 12 |
| 10 | Alavés | 11 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 15:17 | 12 |
| 11 | Rayo Vallecano | 10 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 15:20 | 12 |
| 12 | Deportivo | 10 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 13:13 | 11 |
| 13 | Espanyol | 11 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 13:14 | 11 |
| 14 | Osasuna | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 10:20 | 11 |
| 15 | Racing Club | 10 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 15:26 | 11 |
| 16 | Elche | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 14:17 | 10 |
| 17 | Levante | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 16:21 | 10 |
| 18 | Getafe | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5:15 | 9 |
| 19 | Valencia | 10 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 7:17 | 6 |
| 20 | Málaga | 11 | 0 | 5 | 6 | 8:21 | 5 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Barcelona | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 24:7 | 15 |
| 2 | Real Madrid | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0 | 17:3 | 15 |
| 3 | Real Betis | 6 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 12:8 | 15 |
| 4 | Atlético Madrid | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 11:3 | 13 |
| 5 | Racing Club | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 11:8 | 11 |
| 6 | Alavés | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 11:6 | 10 |
| 7 | Rayo Vallecano | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 9:7 | 10 |
| 8 | Real Sociedad | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 7:7 | 10 |
| 9 | Getafe | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 5:3 | 9 |
| 10 | Sevilla | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 7:7 | 9 |
| 11 | Athletic Club | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 9:4 | 8 |
| 12 | Celta Vigo | 6 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 9:6 | 8 |
| 13 | Osasuna | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 4:3 | 8 |
| 14 | Levante | 5 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 13:12 | 7 |
| 15 | Deportivo | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 6:5 | 6 |
| 16 | Villarreal | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6:7 | 4 |
| 17 | Espanyol | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 6:7 | 4 |
| 18 | Málaga | 5 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 5:10 | 3 |
| 19 | Valencia | 6 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 3:11 | 2 |
| 20 | Elche | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 4:11 | 1 |
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