Matarazzo seeks lift as la Real chase spark at Martínez Valero | OneFootball

Elche’s palm groves frame tonight at Martínez Valero, where la Real seek a spark against opponents under a new coach and still being assembled.

According to Diario Vasco, Matarazzo has the squad to step up, but senior players must lead. Oyarzabal, after a gruelling summer, can decide games, though he faded against Celta.

The coach said the team looked tired, unsurprising after four games in 14 days. Sarr and Fort have improved Zubeldia and Aramburu, yet Soler, Barrenetxea, Guedes and Kubo must raise their output.

Matarazzo said he spoke with Kubo in the week and still trusts him despite form. The need for goals is stark, with Raphinha on six, three more than all the realistas combined.

Fresh legs and tweaks could follow. Sarr may start ahead of Zubeldia, with Aramburu, Martín and Sergio kept, and Yangel likely with Soler, a sub in the 88th minute, plus Sucic inside.

Carrera has stayed at home, hinting Oyarzabal and Óskarsson might not both start if Guedes gets the nod. The Portuguese mixed lulls with a flash of class and drew an unawarded penalty, and la Real need his directness.

Barrenetxea could switch to the right, with Kubo perhaps held back as a second-half option alongside Óskarsson.

Elche are led by Martín Anselmi after a short Porto stint last year.

Their spine has gone, with Affengruber to Fulham for 10 million, Febas to Celta on a free and Álvaro Rodríguez to Bournemouth for 25 million. Fer Niño, ex Burgos, is one to watch.

Source: Diario Vasco

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