UD Almería 'B' welcome UD Melilla to the Anexo pitch this Sunday (KO 12 noon) for Matchday 11 fixture in the Tercera RFEF, with the visitors arriving as leaders of Group IX.

The match brings together two sides who were both relegated last season and are now determined to secure an immediate return to a higher division. UD Almería 'B' currently sit 4th, 4 points behind their opponents, making victory particularly important for the youthful Rojiblancos as they look to close the gap and keep the pacesetters within reach.

Head coach Pablo Nozal will have to contend with several significant absentees, while a number of players have spent the week training with the first team. Despite these circumstances, he insists that his side are well prepared for the challenge, stating: 'We approach the match with every guarantee.'

Mr Nozal recognises that it will be a demanding and challenging test. Keeping UD Melilla's attacking threat under control will be crucial, while greater intensity and clinical finishing in the final third will also be required. Goals have proved difficult to come by for UD Almería 'B' this season, although they boast the best defensive record in the group.

The Indálicos side have drawn their last 3 league fixtures and will be eager to get back to winning ways and collect all 3 points. Meanwhile, the Melillenses have also shared the points in their last 2 outings, drawing 2-2 with Málaga CF's 'B' team and 0-0 against Granada CF's 'B' team.

Ticket information

UD Almería season-ticket holders can attend the match free of charge by presenting their season card. Tickets for general admission are priced at €10.