Elche claimed a convincing 3-0 away victory over Rayo Vallecano in the 10th round of the Spanish championship.
Federico Redondo put the visitors ahead in the 23rd minute, converting a penalty to give Elche the lead.
The advantage was doubled 13 minutes later when Elche were awarded another spot-kick. Fer Nino made no mistake from 12 yards, leaving Rayo Vallecano two goals behind before half-time.
The hosts had an opportunity to respond in the 39th minute after being awarded a penalty of their own. However, Pathe Ciss failed to convert, missing the chance to reduce the deficit and bring Rayo Vallecano back into the match.
Elche continued to control the game after the interval and put the result beyond doubt in the 68th minute. German Valera scored the visitors’ third goal to complete the victory and establish the final score.