1-0: UD Almería 'B' fall short in Lorca as narrow defeat adds to survival struggles
The youthful Rojiblancos show defensive solidity but lack offensive edge in tough loss against CF Lorca Deportiva
UD Almería 'B' kicked off 2026 with a tough 1-0 defeat against CF Lorca Deportiva at the Francisco Artés Carrasco Stadium, leaving them 10 points adrift of safety in Group IV of the Segunda RFEF. Despite a strong defensive display, the young Rojiblancos were undone by a penalty rebound just before the break and couldn't find the leveller in the second half.
The match, which closed out the first half of the season for UD Almería 'B', saw them struggle to break down Lorca's well-organised defense, while also battling against the quality of their opponents, one of the top sides in the group.
UD Almería 'B' defended resolutely throughout the first half, with goalkeeper Jesús López saving a penalty. However, the penalty-taker was quick to pounce on the rebound, heading the ball home to give Lorca a 1-0 lead at the break.
After the break, the young Rojiblancos showed character by keeping CF Lorca Deportiva from extending their lead. Substitute Taufek had a few chances to level the score, but the visitors were unable to capitalise on their chances.
The defeat leaves UD Almería 'B' with a daunting 10-point gap from safety and a steep hill to climb in the remaining 17 matches of the season.
Match details:
CF Lorca Deportiva: Fran Árbol, Morros (Andrés Carrasco, 77'), Sergi Monteverde, Álvaro Martínez, Álex Peque, Jaime Escobar (Fromsa, 59'), Naranjo (Gabri López, 59'), Tafalla (Soler, 59'), Willy, Heredia (Juan Hernández, 68') and Acevedo.
UD Almería 'B': Jesús López, Vicente Agulló (Luis Martins, 80'), Miguel Operé, Nacho Rubio (Asirón, 60'), Martim Alberto, Romera (Marsu, 80'), Josema, Joan Gázquez (Tomazinho, 85'), Hou, Iker Burgos, and Marciano (Taufek, 60').
Goal: 1-0 (44'). Sergi Monteverde's penalty was saved, but he converted the rebound into a goal.
Referee: Herrán Monge (Valencian Referees Association), booking Lorca's Tafalla and Jaime Escobar, along with Almería 'B' players Hou and Agulló.