UD Almería chase 'No. 8' to stay on course for automatic promotion
The Rojiblancos eye record-breaking home winning streak in a high-stakes Monday clash against CD Mirandés
UD Almería face another crucial and demanding fixture this Monday at 8:30pm with every remaining match now carrying massive weight as the promotion race heats up. With Deportivo’s win over CD Leganés pushing the Rojiblancos out of second place, victory against CD Mirandés would see them reclaim that automatic promotion spot.
However, overcoming the Jabatos will be anything but easy. CD Mirandés arrive in strong form, having significantly closed the gap to safety, and will be looking to pull off a major upset at the UD Almería Stadium, now a fortress for the home side.
Rubi’s team have the chance to make history by setting a new Club record for consecutive home wins. Currently tied at 7, a victory would take them to eight straight triumphs on home soil. Beyond the milestone, it would represent another huge step toward securing direct promotion. Of the 5 remaining fixtures, three are at home (CD Mirandés, UD Las Palmas and Real Valladolid) and two away (Burgos CF and Sporting de Gijón), making their home form absolutely vital.
This impressive run began in February with a 4-2 win over AD Ceuta and continued with victories against FC Andorra (3-2), Córdoba (2-1), Cultural Leonesa (3-0), Real Sociedad B (5-1), CD Leganés (2-1) and Málaga CF (3-2). 7 straight wins, scoring 22 goals and conceding just 9.
The squad is now putting the finishing touches on preparations for Monday’s showdown, fully aware of what is at stake. Focus and intensity remain high as they aim to maintain momentum. Despite it being a weekday fixture, the team is counting on strong fan support, something both Rubi and his players consider a key factor in their success.