3-0: UD Almería 'B' slip further behind after another disappointing defeat
The Academy prospects' struggles continue as they suffer their 7th consecutive loss against La Unión Atlético, remaining near the foot of the table with safety still out of reach
UD Almería 'B' find themselves in a deep crisis, as their winless run extended to 7 matches following a disappointing 3-0 loss to La Unión Atlético. The defeat, which sees the prospects still stuck in second-to-last position, highlights the growing gap between them and safety. Despite a promising campaign last season, the current term has been nothing short of a nightmare.
After a promising start to the season last year, where UD Almería 'B' came close to securing a promotion play-off spot, this campaign has seen the team fall into a downward spiral. With only 1 point earned from 9 matches, the Academy prospects yet to secure a win at home, and the gap to safety is now starting to feel insurmountable.
La Unión Atlético took control of the match early, with David Márquez scoring the opener inside 17 minutes after a rebound off Martim Alberto. Although the hosts pressed for a leveller, they were unable to capitalise on their few chances. The guests doubled their lead in the 64th minute through Jaime Santos and sealed the win with a third goal in the 87th minute by Jesús Ruiz.
Throughout the full 90 minutes, UD Almería 'B' struggled in front of goal, having only scored 3 times in their opening 9 games, while conceding 16. There were no sending-offs or penalty decisions that could explain their current predicament, with the 'B' team’s mistakes playing a pivotal role in their ongoing poor form.
Match information:
UD Almería 'B': Jesús López; Luis Martins, Miguel Operé, Pedro Fidel, Martim Alberto; Josema (Romera, 73'), Joan Gázquez (Asirón, 83'); Marsu (Hugo Martín, 46'), Taufek (Tomnazinho, 46'), Marciano (Nico Fernández, 75') and Iker Burgos.
La Unión Atlético: Adrián Fernández; David Gómez, Mario Gómez, Diego Ruiz, David Márquez (Ekhiotz, 89'); Armando Ortiz, Yerai Dávila; Karim El Kounni (Chus Ruiz, 80'), Jaime Santos, Josema Raigal (Asier Grande, 80') and Francis Ferrón (Miguel Pérez, 62').
Goals:
0-1 (17') David Márquez (rebound off Alberto)
0-2 (64') Jaime Santos
0-3 (87') Jesús Ruiz
Referee: Lidón Rocamora (Valencia Referees Association). Ferrón (La Unión Atlético) was sent off in the 88th minute while Luis Martins, Pedro Fidel, Marciano and Miguel Romera (UD Almería 'B') as well as Jaime Santos and Asier Grande (La Unión Atlético) received yellow cards.
Additional Information: Matchday 9. Group IV of the fourth-tier Segunda RFEF. Game played at UD Almería Stadium Anexo pitch.