Espanyol - Elche prediction 18 September 2026

Spain ยท PrimeraFinished
Espanyol
1:3
FT
Elche
Match Info
CompetitionPrimera ยท Spain
Start date
Kick-off
RefereeJon Ander Gonzalez Esteban
Recent Form
Espanyol
L
L
D
L
L
Elche
W
D
D
W
L
Recent matches ยท Espanyol
Primera
Racing Santander
Espanyol
21
L
Primera
Espanyol
Atletico Madrid
01
L
Primera
Malaga
Espanyol
11
D
Primera
Espanyol
Elche
13
L
Primera
Rayo Vallecano
Espanyol
21
L
Primera
Osasuna
Espanyol
02
W
Primera
Espanyol
Sevilla
11
D
Primera
Real Sociedad
Espanyol
21
L
Primera
Espanyol
Real Madrid
12
L
Primera
Espanyol
Levante UD
30
W
Friendly Clubs
Coventry City
Espanyol
31
L
Friendly Clubs
Middlesbrough
Espanyol
33
D
Friendly Clubs
Burnley
Espanyol
22
D
Friendly Clubs
Espanyol
Sabadell
11
D
Friendly Clubs
Espanyol
Pau
40
W
Recent matches ยท Elche
Primera
Rayo Vallecano
Elche
03
W
Primera
Villarreal
Elche
00
D
Primera
Elche
Celta Vigo
00
D
Primera
Espanyol
Elche
13
W
Primera
Elche
Real Madrid
23
L
Primera
Athletic Bilbao
Elche
11
D
Primera
Elche
Real Sociedad
23
L
Primera
Racing Santander
Elche
32
L
Primera
Elche
Barcelona
05
L
Primera
Deportivo La Coruna
Elche
11
D
Friendly Clubs
Elche
Toulouse
30
W
Friendly Clubs
Elche
Cordoba CF
22
D
Friendly Clubs
Elche
Al Ain Abu Dhabi
22
D
Friendly Clubs
Elche
Johor Darul Takzim
00
D
Friendly Clubs
Elche
Kaizer Chiefs
21
W
Lineups
Espanyol4-2-3-1
  • 4Urko GonzรกlezM
  • 13M. Dmitroviฤ‡G
  • 22รlex CalatravaM
  • 15Bryan ZaragozaM
  • 9Roberto FernรกndezF
  • 28Javier HernandezM
  • 21Roger HinojoD
  • 8Edu ExpรณsitoM
  • 6L. CabreraD
  • 14Unai NรบรฑezD
  • 32J. A. LopezD
Substitutes
  • 10Pol Lozano
  • 1รngel Fortuรฑo
  • 24T. Dolan
  • 5C. Riedel
  • 18Marcos Fernรกndez
  • 16V. Drkuลกiฤ‡
  • 3Q. Hartman
  • 20Gabriel Moscardo
  • 26Rafel Bauzร 
  • 31Llorenรง Serred
  • 11Pere Milla
Elche4-3-3
  • 1M. DituroG
  • 11Germรกn ValeraF
  • 23Vรญctor ChustD
  • 14Fer NiรฑoF
  • 5F. RedondoD
  • 3R. RevivoD
  • 21L. CepedaF
  • 2Buba SangarรฉD
  • 18T. LemarM
  • 12Gonzalo VillarM
  • 47J. MorcilloM
Substitutes
  • 8Marc Aguado
  • 19G. Diangana
  • 22Rubรฉn Sรกnchez
  • 16Martim Neto
  • 10F. Buonanotte
  • 13Alejandro Iturbe
  • 24A. Osorio
  • 26Matia Barzic Gutiรฉrrez
  • 17Josan
  • 20Tete Morente
  • 6Bigas
  • 9E. Ponce
Head-to-Head ยท summary
3
Espanyol
4
Draws
3
Elche
Previous meetings
Primera
Espanyol
Elche
13
Primera
Elche
Espanyol
22
Primera
Espanyol
Elche
10
Segunda
Espanyol
Elche
20
Primera
Elche
Espanyol
01
Primera
Espanyol
Elche
22
Primera
Espanyol
Elche
22
Primera
Espanyol
Elche
12
Primera
Espanyol
Elche
12
Primera
Elche
Espanyol
22
League Standings
#TeamPWDLGoalsGDPts
1Barcelona1090140:11+2927
2Atletico Madrid1081120:8+1225
3Real Madrid1080225:10+1524
4Real Betis1062216:14+220
5Real Sociedad1061319:18+119
6Sevilla1052316:16017
7Alaves1033414:11+312
8Athletic Club933312:9+312
9Celta Vigo1026210:7+312
10Villarreal1033415:14+112
11Deportivo La Coruna1025313:13011
12Osasuna1032510:20-1011
13Racing Santander1032515:26-1111
14Levante1024416:19-310
15Elche1024414:17-310
16Rayo Vallecano923412:20-89
17Getafe102355:15-109
18Espanyol1022612:14-28
19Valencia101367:17-106
20Malaga100557:19-125
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Espanyol vs Elche Prediction (Sep 18)

The Espanyol vs Elche prediction for the Primera clash on September 18, 2026, points towards a home victory. Based on our analysis of the latest odds, team form, and head-to-head record, Espanyol has a 50% chance of winning, making them the clear favorite at RCDE Stadium.

Team Form

Espanyol's recent form has been inconsistent, with two wins, one draw, and two losses in their last five matches (W, L, D, L, L). They secured a solid 2-0 away win against Osasuna on Sep 12 but suffered a 2-1 defeat at Rayo Vallecano on Sep 15. At home, they drew 1-1 with Sevilla and lost narrowly to Real Madrid (1-2).

Elche is struggling significantly, failing to win any of their last five games (L, D, L, L, L). They have conceded 15 goals in this period, including a 5-0 thrashing by Barcelona. A 1-1 draw at Athletic Bilbao on Sep 12 remains their only point, followed by a 3-2 home loss to Real Madrid.

Head-to-Head Record

In the last five meetings, Espanyol has a clear edge with 3 wins, 4 draws, and 2 losses overall. The most recent encounter on Mar 01, 2026, ended in a 2-2 draw at Elche. Before that, Espanyol won 1-0 at home on Oct 25, 2025. Historically, Espanyol has won the last two home fixtures against Elche, including a 2-0 victory in the Segunda in 2023.

League Table Positions

Espanyol sits 8th in the Primera table with 7 points from 6 matches (2 wins, 1 draw, 3 losses), scoring 9 goals and conceding 7. Elche is not listed in the top 12 of the provided standings, indicating a lower position and a tougher start to the season. Espanyol's home form is not among the top 8, but their 3 points from 3 away games rank them 7th in the away table.

Win Probability: Espanyol or Elche?

After calculating the inverse of the best available odds (1.89 for a home win, 3.70 for a draw, 4.70 for an away win) and normalizing to remove the bookmaker margin, we adjusted the probabilities based on team form and head-to-head stats. Espanyol has a 50% chance of winning, the draw is at 28%, and Elche has a 22% chance. Espanyol's home advantage and Elche's poor defensive form are the decisive factors.

Odds & Match Prediction

Bookmakers see Espanyol as the strong favorite, with the best home win odds at 1.89. The draw is priced at 3.70, and an Elche away win is as high as 4.70. Based on the stats, our Espanyol vs Elche prediction is a home win. The head-to-head record and Elche's leaky defense suggest Espanyol should secure all three points.

Espanyol vs Elche โ€” FAQ

Who will win Espanyol vs Elche?
Based on our analysis, Espanyol is the most likely winner with a 50% probability. The draw has a 28% chance, while Elche has a 22% chance of winning. Espanyol's home advantage and Elche's poor form are the key factors.
What is the win probability for Espanyol?
Espanyol has a 50% chance of winning the match. This is calculated from the betting odds and adjusted for their superior head-to-head record and Elche's five-game winless streak.
When is the Espanyol vs Elche match?
The match is scheduled for September 18, 2026, at 19:00 local time. It is a Primera fixture and will be played at the RCDE Stadium in Barcelona.
What are the odds for the match?
The best available odds are 1.89 for an Espanyol home win, 3.70 for a draw, and 4.70 for an Elche away win. These odds confirm Espanyol as the clear favorite.
What is the head-to-head record between Espanyol and Elche?
In the last five meetings, Espanyol has won 3, Elche has won 2, and 4 matches have ended in a draw. Espanyol won the most recent home fixture 1-0 in October 2025.
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