Real Oviedo suffered a 1-2 defeat to Elche CF in a high-intensity La Liga encounter. Nacho Méndez's early goal gave Elche an advantage, but Real Oviedo's hopes for a comeback were dashed after Eljechi converted a penalty to seal the win for Elche CF. The result sees Elche rise to the top of the table, further cementing their La Liga ambitions.