Elche CF has confirmed today its new coaching staff for the 2025‑26 season, integrating 16 professionals who will support head coach Martín Anselmi in the first team's daily routine. The squad, still undefined, will rely on this multidisciplinary group to try to reverse the current standing: 15th in La Liga, 43 pts, 10W‑13D‑15L from 38 games.

Who makes up the new technical team?

The group is led by Martín Anselmi, newly arrived after spells in South America and a brief stint at Porto. Beside him work chief assistants Luis Pastur and Fran Rubio, responsible for training planning and tactical analysis. Physical trainer Cristóbal Fuentes will oversee the squad's conditioning, while analysts Rúben Pinheiro and Andrés Paz will blend opponent scouting and internal data.

What specific roles will they cover?

Set‑piece specialist José Rodríguez will design routines for free‑kicks and corners, a key element according to Anselmi. Darío Herrera will be the goalkeeping coach, working with the keeper in both ball‑in‑play and out‑of‑play situations. Rehabilitation expert Aitor Soler and physiotherapists Carles Valero, Sergio Tur and José Olivares will handle injury recovery. Additionally, nutritionist Alejandro Martínez, podiatrist José Berna, kit managers José Pérez "Pepito" and Gregory Beranger, and delegate Juan Sánchez complete the structure.

Why does this overhaul matter?

The departure of Eder Sarabia left a gap that the club aimed to fill with a larger, more specialized team. With 49 goals scored and 57 conceded (‑8 goal difference) so far, Elche CF needs to tighten its defence and improve set‑piece execution. The presence of high‑level analysts and a seasoned physical trainer points to optimized tactical and physical preparation, which could help close the 51 points behind leaders Barcelona.

What are the expectations for the campaign?

Anselmi has said that the close collaboration among the 16 members will be the foundation for regaining competitiveness. With the player roster still being assembled, the staff will aim to integrate newcomers quickly while maintaining methodological consistency. If they manage to align each specialist's efforts, the club could climb the table and steer clear of relegation, a goal that feels more attainable with this structural boost.