Academy
1-0: Brilliant and well-deserved victory for UD Almería 'B' against Xerez CD
The UD Almería 'B' products, who had lost their two previous matches at home, get back to winning ways on the Anexo pitch
UD Almería 'B' clinched a brilliant and well-deserved victory against an experienced Xerez CD at home, where the lads had 'unfinished business.' In fact, despite remaining undefeated as visitors, they had lost their two previous home matches. They have taken a giant step in their aspirations to remain in a comfortable position, very close to the promotion play-offs, and further away (4 points) above the relegation places.
The UDA prospects stood up to one of the strongest contenders to move up a tier. The team led by Alberto Lasarte were very solid and effective in defence, knew how to control the game against opponents who were never comfortable on the pitch and also showed a powerful attacking display. Perovic's goal, in the 30th minute, would be enough, although in the second half, in the face of the opponents' attacks, UD Almería 'B', with the changes made, were close to extending their lead.
Match information:
UD Almería 'B': Jesús López; Peñalver, Edu Plá. Álex Mendes, Nacho Vila; Quintanilla, Joan Gázquez (Martin Svidersky, 87'); Luis Lara (Ballestero, 63'), Marsu (Valén 70'), Perovic (Josema 70'), and Lorenzo (Manu Morillo, 87').
Xerez CD: Isma Gil; Ramón García (Armengol, 52'), Josete, Geovanni, Álex del Río (Adri Valiente, 82'); Alberto Ulloa (Adrián Rodríguez, 56'); Iago Díaz, Charaf, David García, and Nané García (Santisteban, 52'). Goal: 1-0 (30'). Perovic.
Referee: Villaescusa Alarcón, from the Valencia Referees Association. He booked Quintanilla and Valen, from UD Almería 'B' and Paco Torres, from Xerez CD.
Observations: Matchday 8. Group IV. Segunda RFEF. Game held on the UD Almería Stadium Anexo pitch.