Horta sidelined with soleus injury; Álex Muñoz and Embarba suspended
UD Almería continue to battle absences ahead of Friday’s trip to Albacete, though Baba returns and Lopy edges closer to comeback
André Horta has been ruled out with a muscle injury to the soleus in his left leg, adding to UD Almería’s growing list of concerns. The Portuguese midfielder has already missed the last two league fixtures, both at home against FC Andorra and Córdoba CF and remains under medical observation as he awaits further assessment on his recovery timeline.
On the other hand, there was a positive update regarding Nico Melamed, who had been struggling with minor discomfort but returned to the Matchday squad list at the weekend. Meanwhile, Dion Lopy could be available again for head coach Rubi in the next round of fixtures, although his condition will be carefully monitored in the coming days given his lengthy spell on the sidelines.
From a disciplinary standpoint, Ibrahima Baba has now completed his suspension and is eligible to return. However, fresh setbacks arrive in the form of bans for Álex Muñoz and Adrián Embarba, both ruled out through an accumulation of yellow cards.
With injuries and suspensions continuing to disrupt selection plans, squad availability remains a significant handicap for UD Almería as they prepare for Friday night’s crucial away game in Albacete.