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Elche CF

Elche CF is a Spanish professional football club based in Elche, in the Valencian Community.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Elche CF is a Spanish professional football club based in Elche, in the Valencian Community. Founded in 1923, the club plays its home matches at Estadio Martínez Valero and has competed in Spain’s top-flight league system, including La Liga.

History

Elche CF was founded in 1923 and has since established itself as a professional club in Spanish football. Its history includes participation in various divisions of the Spanish league system.

Stadium

The club plays its home matches at Estadio Martínez Valero, located in Elche. The stadium has a listed capacity of 33,732 seats.

League standings

According to provided standings results, Elche CF has appeared in recent La Liga tables. Sources list positions such as 15th in 2025 and 16th in a current-season table snapshot.

Club identity

Elche CF is commonly identified by its city name and is formally known as Elche Club de Fútbol, S.A.D. The club operates as a professional football club within the Spanish football league system.

Key facts

  • Elche CF is a Spanish association football club based in Elche, Alicante.
  • The club was founded in 1923.
  • Its home stadium is Estadio Martínez Valero, with a capacity of 33,732.
  • Elche CF has appeared in recent La Liga standings, including positions such as 15th in 2025 and 16th in a current-season table snapshot.
  • The club is formally known as Elche Club de Fútbol, S.A.D.

Frequently asked questions

What is Elche CF?
Elche CF is a Spanish professional football club based in Elche, Alicante.
When was Elche CF founded?
The club was founded in 1923.
Where does Elche CF play home matches?
Elche CF plays at Estadio Martínez Valero in Elche.
What is Elche CF’s stadium capacity?
Estadio Martínez Valero is listed with a capacity of 33,732.
What league does Elche CF play in?
The provided results place Elche CF in Spain’s top-flight and league tables, including La Liga standings snapshots.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elche_CF
    Supports: Club full name, founding year, location, stadium, and capacity.
  2. FOX Sports — https://www.foxsports.com/soccer/elche-team-standings
    Supports: Recent La Liga standings position for Elche CF.
  3. LiveScore — https://www.livescore.com/en/football/team/elche/3622/tables/22180/
    Supports: LaLiga table snapshot showing Elche CF standings.
  4. ESPN — https://www.espn.com/soccer/team/_/id/3751/elche
    Supports: Recent team record and league position in Spanish football standings.