The Argentine coach lost to Real Sociedad in the fourth round of La Liga, with Elche remaining in the relegation zone. Elche has not won any games, accumulating three losses and one draw. The team is 19th out of 20 in the league table.

Elche was close to tying the game, but a goal at the 90th minute condemned them to a 3-2 defeat. The team has received 12 goals in four games, while scoring only three.

Elche will return to La Liga action on Saturday, September 12, when they visit Athletic Club.