Fer Miño scored both goals for Elche CF in a 2-0 defeat away to RCD Espanyol on Wednesday at the RCDE Stadium. The result from matchday seven of La Liga EA Sports leaves the Ilicitanos in a critical situation, rooted to the bottom of the table with just two points.
The striker, the squad's top scorer this season with three goals, was the only positive note in a match where the home side was superior. The defeat adds to a poor run of form that has seen Elche manage just one win in their last five outings.
Espanyol controlled the game from the start and found their goals through their forwards' efficiency. Fer Miño pulled goals back twice for Elche, but it wasn't enough to avoid defeat. The referee also disallowed a goal from Ryan Zaragoza that would have made the night even more difficult for the visitors.
Manager Martín Anselmi showed his frustration after the match, lamenting missed chances from players like Roberto and Urko. A lack of precision in key moments undermined any chance of a comeback. With this loss, Elche CF remains in 20th place in the table, 16 points behind leaders Barcelona. The situation in the standings is concerning with eleven matchdays to go before the winter break.
The atmosphere at the RCDE Stadium was marked by a tribute to Espanyol legend Manolo González, honoured for his many appearances for the club. The pre-match ceremony did not stop the home team from showing their best form on the pitch. Elche's next fixture is at home against Celta Vigo on October 11th, a direct clash with another team in the lower reaches, the 17th-placed side.
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