Return of Affengruber and Sangaré

Elche CF strengthens with the return of David Affengruber and Buba Sangaré, who will rejoin training at the end of the week. Both players had participated in the Austrian national team and the Spanish under-19 national team, respectively.

What happened?

David Affengruber and Buba Sangaré will rejoin training with Elche CF on Saturday, the day after the friendly match against Johor FC in La Nucía. After being given a break for participating with the Austrian national team in the 2026 World Cup in the case of the central defender and with the Spanish under-19 national team in the European Championship in the case of the left-back, both players will be back under the orders of Martín Anselmi.

Why it matters for Elche CF?

The return of Affengruber and Sangaré is important for Elche CF because both players have demonstrated their value in the team. Affengruber has played 80 official matches with Elche CF and has been fundamental in the defense of the team. Sangaré, on the other hand, has participated in 12 matches in the second half of the 2025/26 season and has demonstrated his ability on the field.

What comes next?

Elche CF will face Barcelona in the next round of La Liga, with a 51-point difference between the two teams. Despite this, the team is determined to continue fighting for their goal of maintaining their category. With the return of Affengruber and Sangaré, the team is strengthened and ready to face the challenges that lie ahead.

Currently, Elche CF is in 15th position in the La Liga table, with 43 points obtained in 38 matches. The team has scored 49 goals and received 57 goals, giving them a -8 goal difference. Next week, Elche CF will face Barcelona in a match that will be crucial for their goal of maintaining their category.

The return of Affengruber and Sangaré is an important step for Elche CF, as both players have demonstrated their value in the team. With their experience and ability, the team is ready to face the challenges that lie ahead and continue fighting for their goal of maintaining their category in La Liga.

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