Deportivo La Coruna – Elche

Deportivo La Coruña were held to a 1‑1 stalemate at home by struggling Elche, a result that left the hosts still perched in sixth place with nine points from five games, having scored nine and conceded six. Elche, languishing in 19th with just two points after two draws and three defeats, matched their season‑long record against the Galicians, the only previous encounter also ending in a draw. The point kept Deportivo within striking distance of the European places while Elche remain deep in the relegation battle. Both sides will now look to build on the shared point as the league race intensifies.