Fer Niño
ELC
Scores twice in 3-1 win
Fer Nino scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) in Friday's 3-1 victory over Espanyol. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 22nd minute.
Analysis: Fer NIno has reach five goals for the season as he marked his return to the starting lineup with a brace in less than five minutes. The first goal saw him opening the scoring in the game, beating the offside trap and taking it round the goalkeeper. The second saw a wonderful strike beating the Espanyol keeper. Both goals were assisted by Roy Revivo and were his only shots of the game.
Goal from bench
Nino scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Tuesday's 3-2 defeat to Real Madrid.
Analysis: Nino would fall to the bench for the first time all season Tuesday but would still find the back of the net, coming on for the final 22 minutes and scoring in the 83rd minute. This is already his third goal of the season, also his third goal in their past four games. He should then return to a starting role in the coming games, with five starts in six appearances this season.
Back-to-back on scoresheet
Fer Nino scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Monday's 3-2 defeat to Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute.
Analysis: Nino kept up his strong run of form with Elche, netting back to back goals and adding three further shots along with two chances created in an impressive attacking display despite the defeat. The forward has been a consistent attacking presence this season, helping to fill the void left by the departures of Alvaro Rodriguez, Andre Silva and Rafa Mir.
Trains fully Friday
Nino (undisclosed) is training fully Friday and will be an option for Monday's clash against Real Sociedad, according to Jorge Adsuar Jimenez of Pasion Franjiverde.
Analysis: Nino had been away from group training after leaving an earlier session early due to discomfort, an absence that raised some concern with the match against Real Sociedad about a week out at the time. His return to full training now confirms he has recovered, easing the need for Ezequiel Ponce to step into the starting lineup in his place.
Continues to train separately Tuesday
Nino remained away from group training Tuesday after leaving Monday's session early due to discomfort, with his condition set to be monitored over the coming days, according to Jornada Perfecta.
Analysis: Nino raised concerns during Monday's training session when he left approximately 30 minutes before it ended due to discomfort. He remained apart from the group Tuesday, with the coaching staff set to monitor his physical condition over the coming days. With almost a week remaining before the match against Real Sociedad, his availability will depend on how he responds and whether he is able to return to group training without further issues. If Nino cannot arrive on time, Ezequiel Ponce will the main candidate to take his place in the starting eleven.
Nets on Friday
Nino scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Friday's 3-2 loss to Racing Santander.
Analysis: Nino headed in Elche's second after a brilliant cross from Tete Morente in the 79th minute. The goal allowed them to engage in all out attack for the equalizer for the remainder of minutes which never came. Nino also contributed defensively with two clearances and a tackle. This was his first goal for Elche since his summer move from Burgos.
Joins Elche through 2030
Nino has completed a move to Elche from Burgos, agreeing to a contract through June 2030, his new club announced.
Analysis: Nino came through Villarreal's academy before loan spells at Mallorca and eventually a permanent move to Burgos, where he established himself as one of Segunda Division's more reliable forwards, scoring seven goals last season. With Alvaro Rodriguez and Andre Silva both departing Elche's attack, Nino could be in line for a starting role up front as the club heads into a new season in La Liga.
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