UD Almería continued their impressive run of form with another home victory, extending their unbeaten streak to 11 league matches and consolidating their position at the top of LaLiga Hypermotion table. FC Andorra made the table-toppers work hard for the 3 points, but the Rojiblancos once again proved their strength at the UD Almería Stadium.

The result takes UD Almería’s record to 9 wins and 2 draws in their last 11 matches. They also remain the division’s strongest home side, having collected 19 points from a possible 21, with 6 victories and 1 draw on home soil. CD Castellón, meanwhile, still have a game in hand.

As head coach Xavier García Pimienta had predicted ahead of kick-off, FC Andorra proved a demanding opponent. Brave, aggressive and committed to playing out from the back, the visitors pressed high and looked to dominate possession. UD Almería responded with defensive discipline, quality in possession and clinical finishing to establish a 2-goal lead, before having to dig deep to secure the win.

García Pimienta made 3 changes to his starting XI. Chumi replaced the suspended Marcos Luna as a right-back, Mikel Vesga came in for Dzôdić in midfield, while Embarba replaced Cipenga on the right wing.

The Principality side started on the front foot, pressing high in an attempt to disrupt UD Almería’s build-up. However, the home side handled the pressure well and created the first clear chances. Miguel de la Fuente was denied in the 6 minute and came close again in the 18th, before winning a penalty in the 23rd minute. Sergio Arribas converted from the spot 2 minutes later to give the Rojiblancos the lead.

UD Almería continued to find ways through the visitors’ press, and their second goal showcased their quality in possession. In the 38th minute, Mikel Vesga picked out Javi Muñoz with a fine through ball. From the left, Muñoz delivered for Miguel de la Fuente, who held off his marker before beating Pau López with a precise finish into the bottom corner. The Rojiblancos went into the break with a deserved 2-0 advantage.

UD Almería appeared to have greater control after the restart, enjoying longer spells of possession and managing the game effectively. However, FC Andorra gradually increased the pressure. Enes Sali first threatened with a powerful effort from outside the box in the 61st minute, which Andrés Fernández turned away. A couple of minutes later, the guests were awarded a penalty, converted by Hugo López to reduce the deficit to 2-1.

The goal changed the momentum. Piqué's team pushed forward in search of an equaliser, while memories of the previous encounter against Real Oviedo briefly returned. Carles Manso’s side pressed hard and put the UD Almería defence under pressure, although they struggled to create clear-cut opportunities.

The closing stages demanded maximum commitment from the Indálicos, who were forced to work hard without the ball and defend their advantage. They stood firm, battled for every possession and saw out the game to secure another valuable 3 points.

Another great victory at the UD Almería Stadium, another step in an outstanding run of form. The fortress remains intact, and the Rojiblancos march on.