Elche CF visited RCD Espanyol de Barcelona at RCDE Stadium.

Federico Redondo of Elche CF was sent off as early as minute 6. From that point, Elche CF had to play with ten men. Elche CF took the lead through Fer Niño in the 26th minute. Fer Niño extended the lead to 0–2 in the 29th minute. The half-time score was 0–2.

RCD Espanyol de Barcelona pulled one back for 1–2 through an own goal by Víctor Chust (Elche CF) in the 72th minute. Germán Valera extended the lead to 1–3 in the 78th minute. Elche eventually won 3–1.

The statistics reflected a more balanced game. RCD Espanyol de Barcelona had more possession at 66% and more shots, 23–9. Elche also led in shots on target (6–4) and big chances (3–2). The match produced 4 yellow cards and one sending-off.