Elche CF drew 2-2 against RCD Espanyol in an exciting LaLiga match held at the Martínez Valero stadium. The game, part of Matchday 26, started with RCD Espanyol taking the lead thanks to a goal from Kike García just six minutes in. The striker capitalized on a long pass from Pol Lozano to open the scoring. Despite Elche CF's efforts to equalize, the team struggled to find gaps in the opposing defense during the first half. However, an own goal by Aguado allowed Elche CF to level the score before halftime. In the second half, Carlos Romero put Espanyol back in front, but Elche CF refused to give up. A disallowed goal for offside and a penalty against them complicated matters for Elche, who ultimately managed to hold on for the draw after an intense finish. The match was marred by a reported incident of racism that will be investigated in the coming days.