About

Elche Club de Fútbol, S.A.D., founded on 1 January 1923, is based in Elche, Province of Alicante and competes in La Liga, a history and identity reflected in the shirts offered through Walkouts. The club represents the city within the Valencian Community and its signed football shirts connect match moments and town pride for collectors and fans alike.

The club plays home matches at the Estadio Martínez Valero, a 33,732-seat ground where generations of supporters have watched promotions, cup runs and landmark league seasons. The stadium is a regular backdrop for framed shirts and signed retail pieces that reference key fixtures staged there.

Elche entered the league system in 1929, reached Segunda División by 1934 and first appeared in the top flight in 1959. The side finished a notable fifth in the 1963-64 season and were runners-up in the Copa del Rey in 1969. The club’s administrative relegation in 2014-15 due to unpaid tax debts and its return to the top tier in 2020-21 are part of the provenance collectors track when assessing squad-era shirts.

Anniversary and milestone shirts are a frequent focus for collectors, with pieces tied to the club’s long chronology. Season and match magnets such as the 1963-64 top-five league campaign and the promotion run into 2020-21 attract interest because they mark sporting high points and often coincide with commemorative retail runs or limited-edition releases.

Away and alternative shirts can carry strong provenance, especially where a colourway is associated with a cup run. Shirts used or modelled away from home that echo town colours are valued, and pieces connected to the 1969 cup campaign in particular are chased by those documenting Elche’s major finals and decisive ties.

Collectors explicitly seek fanshop shirts as well as match-worn items, with demand for early retail runs, player-issue variants and region-specific releases. Examples tied to the club’s centenary and historic finals surface with supporting documentation, and items presented with strong provenance command attention. Key releases and commemorative pieces such as Centenary 2023 and the 1969 Copa del Rey final era remain reference points for provenance.

Signed retail shirts in a recognisable white with green trim colourway, often accompanied by a COA, are commonly listed and framed by collectors who want visible links to Elche’s La Liga campaigns. Whether referencing the 1963-64 season, the 1969 cup run or the 2020-21 return to the top flight, these shirts tell the club’s story and offer tangible ties to Estadio Martínez Valero and historic matches, making them staples for display and study on Walkouts.

Honours

Elche CF's honours record is shaped by resilience and landmark peaks rather than a broad trophy haul. A first ascent to La Liga in 1959 set the stage for a best-ever finish of fifth place in 1963-64, evidence of the club's competitive ceiling at national level. Cup pedigree was underlined by a run to the 1969 Copa del Rey final, a standout occasion for the city and supporters. The century-long journey has also included demanding chapters, notably the unprecedented administrative relegation for unpaid tax debts in 2014-15. The response was swift and organised: Elche climbed through the Segunda Division to regain top-flight status by 2020-21 and are slated to compete again among Spain's elite in 2025-26. While the silverware cabinet remains modest, the club's identity is anchored in consistency, promotion campaigns and sustained presence in the national spotlight, marking an honours story defined by endurance and recovery as much as by headline results.

Legends & Leadership

Marcial Pina is remembered by Elche supporters as a legend player of the 1960s, embodying the ambition of a side determined to test itself against strong national opposition.

Jose Antonio Larranaga contributed as a legend player in the 1990s, providing experience in a transitional era and leaving a steady imprint on the club's competitive edge.

Nino, Fidel Chaves were recent key players in the 2010s, widely regarded for their influence as Elche pushed forward and sought to consolidate progress in the upper tiers.

Fran Escriba is viewed as the legendary manager of the mid-2010s, associated with a demanding spell at the highest level and a structured approach that resonated with the squad and supporters.

Stadium

Estadio Martinez Valero, also known as Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero, is the home of Elche CF and a defining football landmark for the city. With a capacity of 33,732, the venue offers clear sightlines and a vibrant stage for the club's green-and-white identity, with supporters proudly identifying as the Green striped ones. Matchdays bring a hum that builds through sustained singing and colour, creating a hospitable yet competitive setting for visiting teams. The ground has framed the club's key moments across divisions, serving as a constant through promotions, challenges and returns to La Liga. The dual naming reflects tradition and respect for its namesake, while the stadium's scale suits both major fixtures and regular league encounters, anchoring Elche's football culture week after week.

Also known as
Estadio Martínez Valero
Capacity
33732

FAQ

Q: When was Elche CF founded and where is the club based? A: The club was founded in 1923 and is based in Elche, in Spain's Valencian Community.

Q: Which competition will Elche CF play in for the 2025-26 season? A: The team will compete in La Liga.

Q: What is the home stadium and its capacity? A: Elche CF play at the Estadio Martinez Valero, also known as Estadio Manuel Martinez Valero, with a capacity of 33,732.

Q: What are the standout milestones in the club's history? A: Highlights include first reaching La Liga in 1959, a best league finish of fifth in 1963-64, reaching the Copa del Rey final in 1969, relegation due to unpaid tax debts in 2014-15, and a return to La Liga by 2020-21.

Q: How do you ensure memorabilia is authentic and do you ship internationally? A: Where stated, items can be supplied with a certificate of authenticity, and we offer free worldwide shipping.