Real Madrid have dominated Elche so completely across seven decades that Elche last tasted victory in March 1978 — a 3-1 home win that remains their sole triumph in living memory. This piece unpacks every angle of the matchup: the all-time La Liga record, recent results like the 4-1 and 2-2 draws, and what the numbers actually tell us about who controls these games.
Real Madrid Wins vs Elche: 9 · Elche Wins vs Real Madrid: 0 · Draws: 3 · Real Madrid Goals: 30 · Recent Match Result: Elche 2-2 Real Madrid
Quick snapshot
- Real Madrid 32 La Liga wins vs Elche (StatMuse)
- Elche 6 La Liga wins vs Real Madrid (StatMuse)
- Last Elche win: March 1978 (Sports Mole)
- Exact dates for all 50+ La Liga meetings
- Full goal difference per season breakdown
- Player-specific scoring records in H2H
- Most recent: Real Madrid 4-1 Elche (March 2026) (Sports Mole)
- Previous: 2-2 draw (November 2025) (Sports Mole)
- Biggest Real Madrid win: 11-2 (February 1960) (WorldFootball)
- Elche fighting La Liga survival amid relegation zone (SoccerPunter)
- Real Madrid pushing for league title with 66 points after 28 matches (SoccerPunter)
- Next meeting likely at Bernabéu or Martínez Valero (SoccerPunter)
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Matches Played (La Liga) | 50 | StatMuse |
| Real Madrid Victories | 32 | StatMuse |
| Elche Victories | 6 | StatMuse |
| Draws | 12 | WorldFootball |
| Latest Result | 4-1 Real Madrid win (March 2026) | Sports Mole |
| Total Goals (Real Madrid) | 133 | WorldFootball |
| Total Goals (Elche) | 49 | WorldFootball |
| Last Elche Win | March 1978 (3-1) | Sports Mole |
| Biggest Real Madrid Win | 11-2 (February 1960) | WorldFootball |
| All-Time Meetings (all comps) | 55 | Sports Mole |
Who scored Real Madrid goals vs Elche?
Real Madrid consistently find the net against Elche, averaging 2.62 goals per H2H meeting compared to Elche’s 0.85, per SoccerPunter. The recent encounters showcase this firepower.
Recent match goal scorers
The most recent verified result saw Real Madrid win 4-1 against Elche in March 2026, per Sports Mole. In the previous meeting, Elche managed a 2-2 draw in November 2025 — their best result in recent memory but still no victory. FootyStats recorded Real Madrid’s xG at 1.64 versus Elche’s 1.07 in that draw, suggesting the outcome flattered Elche slightly.
Key moments from goals
Historically, Real Madrid’s biggest statement came in February 1960 when they thrashed Elche 11-2, per WorldFootball data. That margin remains the most lopsided in the fixture. All six of Elche’s historic wins over Real Madrid came at home, according to Sports Mole — they simply cannot translate that home form to the Bernabéu.
The pattern shows Real Madrid scoring at nearly triple the rate per meeting, a gap that compounds with every fixture.
For Elche, scoring against Real Madrid means surviving another match without humiliation. For Real Madrid, anything less than three points feels like dropped momentum in the title race.
What are Elche CF vs Real Madrid standings today?
La Liga 2025/26 season data shows Real Madrid in second place with 66 points from 28 matches (21 wins, 3 draws, 4 losses), according to SoccerPunter. Elche’s position reflects their perennial fight against relegation.
Current season standings
At the 28-match mark, Real Madrid sit second behind Barcelona in the title race, per SoccerPunter. Their 21 wins represent strong form. Elche, meanwhile, battle in the bottom half — consistent with their historical mid-to-lower-table existence. FootyStats data shows Real Madrid have won 12 home games at the Bernabéu this season.
Latest match result
The most recent verified encounter ended Real Madrid 4-1 Elche on March 14, 2026, per Sports Mole. Before that, the November 2025 2-2 draw at Elche’s Martínez Valero gave home fans something to celebrate, even if the result kept them in the bottom half.
Real Madrid collect another three points toward the title while Elche remain anchored in the relegation zone.
Elche have not beaten Real Madrid since 1978 — nearly 50 years of futility across 13 consecutive meetings without a win, per SoccerPunter.
What is the all-time Elche CF vs Real Madrid record?
The comprehensive La Liga record tells one story: Real Madrid W32 D12 L6 versus Elche across 50 matches, according to StatMuse. From Elche’s perspective, it’s simply W6 D12 L32 — a 64% losing rate in domestic competition.
Head-to-head wins and draws
StatMuse confirms Real Madrid have won 32 of 50 La Liga meetings against Elche. Elche’s six victories all came at Estadio Martínez Valero — they have never beaten Real Madrid at the Bernabéu. When counting all competitions, Sports Mole records 55 total meetings: Real Madrid 36 wins, Elche 6 wins, 13 draws.
Goals scored overview
WorldFootball data shows 53 La Liga matches with goals tallying 49-133 in Real Madrid’s favour. That 84-goal differential translates to roughly 1.58 goals per game in Real Madrid’s advantage. The capital club average 2.62 goals per H2H fixture, per SoccerPunter.
Real Madrid have scored nearly three times as many goals as Elche across these encounters — a dominance that shows no signs of narrowing.
Real Madrid’s 75% win rate in the last 12 H2H meetings (per FootyStats) shows the gap has actually widened, not narrowed, in recent decades.
Is Elche CF a good team?
Elche CF occupy an interesting space in Spanish football — a club with six historic wins over Real Madrid but zero in nearly 50 years. Their recent 2-2 draw against the capital side shows competitive spirit, but the broader record tells a story of consistent underperformance against elite opposition.
Elche CF performance history
Sports Mole data shows Elche’s six wins over Real Madrid all came before 1978, with the last victory a 3-1 home result in March 1978. Since promotion cycles brought them back to La Liga, Elche have typically finished mid-table or fought relegation. AiScore data shows Elche averaging 1.6 goals per match in their last five games — respectable form against non-elite opponents.
Record vs top teams
Against Real Madrid specifically, Elche are hopeless — 0 wins in 13 meetings since 2013, per AiScore. Against Barcelona, the record tells a different story: Elche have beaten the Blaugrana multiple times historically, including a famous win that saw them finish above Barcelona in a league season. The pattern reveals Elche struggle most against Madrid’s tactical style.
Elche can compete with most La Liga clubs but consistently fall short against Real Madrid specifically.
What were Elche CF vs Real Madrid standings 2022/23?
The 2022/23 season featured multiple La Liga encounters between these clubs. Historical match data from that campaign shows Elche consistently underperforming against Real Madrid, though exact standings specifics for that season appear fragmented across sources.
Season-specific results
FootyStats data covers 12 H2H meetings with Real Madrid winning 9, Elche 0, and 3 draws — Real Madrid 30 goals versus Elche 10. This 12-match window likely spans multiple seasons including 2022/23. WorldFootball’s record of 53 La Liga matches confirms the comprehensive nature of the dataset, per WorldFootball.
Key matches
In the 2022/23 context, Real Madrid’s 4-1 victory (per YouTube/ESPN FC documentation) represents the type of result Elche face regularly. MyKhel’s data shows Real Madrid winning 5 of 8 recent La Liga matches against Elche, though the source carries lower confidence (tier3) and should be interpreted cautiously.
Elche face the same outcome against Real Madrid in every season, regardless of their position in the table.
Elche CF vs Real Madrid Standings Comparison
Three metrics reveal the fundamental divide between these clubs in La Liga history.
| Metric | Real Madrid | Elche CF | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Liga Wins (all-time) | 32 | 6 | StatMuse |
| La Liga Losses (all-time) | 6 | 32 | StatMuse |
| Goals Scored (La Liga H2H) | 133 | 49 | WorldFootball |
| Goals Per Game (H2H average) | 2.62 | 0.85 | SoccerPunter |
| Win Rate (last 12 H2H) | 75% | 0% | FootyStats |
| Last Win Over Opponent | N/A (dominant) | March 1978 | Sports Mole |
| 2025/26 Position | 2nd (66 pts) | Lower half | SoccerPunter |
Real Madrid never lost to Elche in their past 13 meetings.
— SoccerPunter (Stats Platform)
The promoted outfit have not managed to overcome Los Blancos since March 1978.
— Sports Mole (Football Analyst)
Real Madrid have a W32 D12 L6 record against Elche in LaLiga all-time.
— StatMuse (Stats Database)
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Real Madrid’s historical edge sharpened with their 4-1 Bernabéu triumph on March 14, 2026, highlighting the lopsided La Liga rivalry.
Frequently asked questions
What is the head-to-head record between Elche CF and Real Madrid?
Real Madrid have won 32 of 50 La Liga meetings against Elche, with 12 draws and 6 Elche wins, per StatMuse. Across all competitions, the record extends to 55 meetings: Real Madrid 36 wins, Elche 6 wins, 13 draws, per Sports Mole.
What was the result of the most recent Elche vs Real Madrid match?
The most recent verified result was Real Madrid 4-1 Elche on March 14, 2026, per Sports Mole. The previous encounter ended 2-2 in November 2025 at Estadio Martínez Valero.
How many goals has Real Madrid scored against Elche historically?
Real Madrid have scored 133 goals against Elche in 53 La Liga meetings, averaging 2.62 per game, per WorldFootball and SoccerPunter data.
What are the Elche CF vs Real Madrid standings this season?
In the 2025/26 La Liga season (28 matches played), Real Madrid sit second with 66 points (21 wins, 3 draws, 4 losses), per SoccerPunter. Elche occupy the lower half of the table as they battle relegation.
Who are key goal scorers for Real Madrid vs Elche?
Goal scorers vary by match, but the fixture historically produces multiple Real Madrid goals. The March 2026 4-1 result and November 2025 2-2 draw are the most recent examples, per Sports Mole and WorldFootball records.
What is Real Madrid’s win rate against Elche CF?
Real Madrid hold a 75% win rate in the last 12 H2H meetings and 64% across all 50 La Liga encounters, per FootyStats and StatMuse data. Elche have not won in 13 consecutive meetings since 2013, per AiScore.
When was Elche’s last win over Real Madrid?
Elche last beat Real Madrid 3-1 at home in March 1978, per Sports Mole. That’s nearly 50 years ago, making it one of the most remarkable streaks in Spanish football history.
Are there any notable draws in Elche vs Real Madrid history?
The most notable recent draw was 2-2 in November 2025 at Estadio Martínez Valero, per Sports Mole. Historical data shows 12 draws across 50 La Liga meetings, representing 24% of all encounters.
For Elche fans, the wait for a win over Real Madrid stretches toward a half-century — and every season, the fixture calendar brings the same frustration. For Real Madrid, this matchup represents guaranteed points in the title race. Elche remain anchored in the lower reaches of La Liga while Real Madrid pile up points toward another championship challenge.
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