Espanyol vs Elche takes place on Friday, 18 September 2026, at RCDE Stadium in La Liga Matchday 7. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 UTC (21:00 in Spain).
Espanyol vs Elche brings together two sides looking to respond to defeats in their latest league matches. Espanyol return home after losing to Rayo Vallecano, while Elche travel to Barcelona following a narrow defeat to Real Madrid. The clubs last met in March, when they shared four goals in a 2-2 draw.
Espanyol vs Elche match details
| Match detail | Information |
| Competition | La Liga 2026/27, Matchday 7 |
| Date | Friday, 18 September 2026 |
| Kick-off | 19:00 UTC / 21:00 CEST |
| Venue | RCDE Stadium, Barcelona area |
| Home team | RCD Espanyol de Barcelona |
| Away team | Elche CF |
Espanyol form and recent results
Espanyol form includes a 2-1 defeat away to Rayo Vallecano on 15 September and a 2-0 victory at Osasuna three days earlier. Roberto Fernández scored both goals against Osasuna. Espanyol also drew 1-1 with Sevilla earlier in the month. Those three games produced one win, one draw and one defeat.
Elche form and recent results
Elche form includes a 3-2 home defeat to Real Madrid on 15 September. Abiel Osorio and Fer Niño scored to bring Elche level before Madrid struck again in stoppage time. Elche had drawn 1-1 at Athletic Club in their previous league match. Those results show that the visitors have found goals but have also conceded in recent games.
Espanyol vs Elche head-to-head
Espanyol vs Elche head-to-head results show a draw and a home win for Espanyol in the clubs’ two 2025/26 La Liga meetings. Espanyol won 1-0 at RCDE Stadium in October 2025, before the teams drew 2-2 at Elche in March 2026. Those results provide context for this fixture without determining what will happen next.
| Date | Fixture | Result |
| 1 March 2026 | Elche vs Espanyol | 2-2 |
| 25 October 2025 | Espanyol vs Elche | 1-0 |
Team news, key players and what to watch
Espanyol team news focuses on the players used in the recent Osasuna and Rayo matches. Roberto Fernández scored twice at Osasuna, while Manolo González is preparing the team after a busy week. Our Espanyol club profile has the wider squad and club information.
Elche team news will become clearer when the starting lineups are confirmed. Osorio and Fer Niño both scored against Real Madrid and provide useful recent attacking context. The midfield contest and each side’s response after losing on 15 September are worth following, but neither factor guarantees a result.
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Espanyol vs Elche FAQs
When is Espanyol vs Elche?
The La Liga Matchday 7 fixture is scheduled for Friday, 18 September 2026.
What time does Espanyol vs Elche kick off?
Kick-off is listed for 19:00 UTC, which is 21:00 in Spain.
Where is Espanyol vs Elche being played?
The match is scheduled at RCDE Stadium, Espanyol’s home ground.
What was the last Espanyol vs Elche result?
The clubs drew 2-2 at Elche on 1 March 2026.
Where can I follow live scores and lineups?
SP Score carries live football scores, lineups and changing match statistics.
Conclusion
Espanyol vs Elche is a La Liga Matchday 7 fixture at RCDE Stadium, with both clubs seeking a response to their latest defeats. Espanyol’s home form, Elche’s recent goals and the clubs’ previous meetings provide useful match context. Follow the confirmed teams and live match information on SP Score, with available La Liga markets on SportPesa Global.
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