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With Villarreal CF’s La Liga campaign hanging by a thread and Elche CF’s defensive frailties exposed, this Saturday’s encounter at the Estadio de la Cerámica will test Iñigo Pérez’s adaptability and Martín Anselmi’s resilience. Lineup decisions, injury absences, and a recent Champions League win add layers of intrigue to a fixture where both sides are fighting for their identities.

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